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Fiat 1100B Cabriolet Allemano

1948Coachwork by Allemano

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1948
Body style
Cabriolet
Engine
Inline-4
Type
Limited
Displacement
1,089 cc
Power
35 CV

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Fiat 1100 Cabriolet (1948) was coachbuilt by Allemano. During this period, the Fiat 1100B Cabriolet was developed as part of Fiat’s post-war resurgence, featuring a blend of practicality and style aimed at the emerging leisure market. The design process involved close collaboration between Fiat engineers and Allemano, emphasizing elegant proportions and refined construction methods, which included the use of lightweight materials to enhance performance while maintaining structural integrity.

Mechanically, the Fiat 1100 Cabriolet was equipped with a chassis that was derived from the Fiat 1100 platform, which was known for its dependable performance and compact dimensions. The vehicle featured a well-balanced suspension system that contributed to its handling characteristics, making it suitable for both urban and rural driving conditions. Powered by an inline-four engine, the model provided adequate power for its class, supporting a smooth driving experience.

In production terms, the Fiat 1100 Cabriolet was produced in limited quantities, with exact figures remaining undocumented. Documentation indicates that the model was showcased at various automotive exhibitions, reflecting its significance in post-war automotive design. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The Fiat 1100B Cabriolet Allemano remains a noteworthy representation of Italian automotive craftsmanship during a transformative era in the industry.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-4
Displacement
1,089 cc
Power (CV)
35 CV
Engine speed
4,400 rpm
Specification notes
FIAT 1100 B DONOR BASELINE — 1948 model: inline-four 1089 cc, 35 CV at 4400 rpm. Applied only to engine fields for the Allemano Cabriolet; standard-body dimensions, weight and speed are not inherited. Exact coachbuilt tuning remains open unless directly documented.

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Allemano

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Finarte — 1948 Fiat 1100 B Vignale www.finarte.it Auction historical reference
Automobile-Catalog — 1948 Fiat 1100 B www.automobile-catalog.com Specialist technical reference

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