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 1900 Coupé (1951) was coachbuilt by Allemano and designed by Giovanni Michelotti. This model emerged during a period of post-war recovery, reflecting the evolving automotive industry in Italy. The design process incorporated the stylish proportions characteristic of mid-20th century Italian automobiles, emphasizing a combination of elegance and functionality. Constructed with a focus on streamlined aesthetics, the Fiat 1900 Coupé utilized techniques that highlighted both form and structural integrity. Mechanically, the Fiat 1900 Coupé featured a robust framework, based on the Fiat 1900 chassis, which provided a solid foundation for its coachbuilt body. The vehicle was powered by a configuration that supported performance and reliability. The suspension system was designed to enhance ride comfort while maintaining responsive handling attributes, attributes that were vital for the sport-oriented coupe segment of that era. Documentation indicates that production numbers for the Fiat 1900 Coupé were limited, which adds to its appeal among collectors and historians alike. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The collaborative efforts between Allemano and Michelotti in the design and coachbuilding of the Fiat 1900 Coupé exemplify the intricate relationships within the automotive industry during this transformative period. Overall, the Fiat 1900 Coupé remains a significant study in the evolution of Italian automotive design, illustrating both the craftsmanship and engineering prowess of its time.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Mechanical platform
- Fiat 1900
Engine & performance
- Specification notes
- Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_disposition_only
Design & manufacture
- Designer · Documented
- Giovanni Michelotti
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Allemano
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Archivio Storico Michelotti — elenco vetture www.archiviostoricomichelotti.it | Designer official archive |
| Coachbuild — Allemano Fiat 1900 coachwork archive www.coachbuild.com | Specialist coachbuilding archive |













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