THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
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 Lancia Aurelia B50 Cabriolet Balbo chassis B50-1311 stands as a testament to automotive elegance and craftsmanship. Originally ordered by the prestigious Miglietti Milano dealer, this exquisite vehicle found its way into the hands of Vittoria Alberti from Milano, adorned with the registration number 180094 MI. What sets this Lancia Aurelia B50 Cabriolet apart is its association with the renowned coachbuilder Balbo and the distinctive touch of design maestro Giovanni Michelotti. Despite being overshadowed by more famous names, this automobile boasts a level of sophistication and style that rivals the best in the industry. Michelotti’s influence is evident in every detail, from the sleek lines to the careful attention paid to the two-tone paintwork, creating a visually stunning masterpiece on wheels. One cannot help but be captivated by the meticulous craftsmanship and the striking presence of the large front grille, showcasing the virtuosity that defines this particular Lancia Aurelia B50 Cabriolet. The design choices made by Michelotti, coupled with the quality associated with the Balbo coachbuilding, elevate this vehicle to a status of timeless beauty. However, like many vintage automobiles, the B50-1311 is not without the passage of time. Currently undergoing a meticulous restoration process, enthusiasts and collectors alike eagerly anticipate the resurgence of this automotive gem. The restoration serves as a tribute to the enduring legacy of such remarkable vehicles, ensuring that the Lancia Aurelia B50 Cabriolet Balbo chassis B50-1311 will continue to grace the roads with its iconic presence for generations to come.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- One-off
Design & manufacture
- Designer · Documented
- Giovanni Michelotti
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Balbo
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Lancia
04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY
Chassis & provenance
Chassis B50-1311
- Chassis number
- B50-1311
- Year
- 1951
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
33° Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile – Torino B50-1311 · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1951
- Chassis
- B50-1311
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.
Turin Motor Show B50-1311 · displayed · Unreviewed
- Date
- 1951
- Chassis
- B50-1311
- Award / result
- displayed
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 6 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.













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