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Ansaldo 6BS Bertone

1928Coachwork by Bertone

Ansaldo 6BS Bertone

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1928
Engine
Inline-4
Type
Limited

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 Ansaldo 6BS, adorned with exquisite Bertone coachwork, won the category prize at the prestigious Cortina d’Ampezzo Concorso d’Eleganza in 1928, marking one of the earliest design accolades for the renowned coachbuilder Bertone. The Ansaldo 6BS was celebrated not only for its engineering prowess but also for its stunning aesthetic appeal, thanks to Bertone’s innovative design. This collaboration showcased a harmonious blend of functionality and artistic expression, reflecting the Italian craftsmanship that Bertone was known for. The vehicle’s graceful lines, attention to detail, and distinctive profile distinguished it in a competitive field, capturing the admiration of judges and spectators alike. Winning a prize at such a prestigious event as the Cortina d’Ampezzo Concorso d’Eleganza was a significant achievement for Bertone, establishing the firm as a serious player in the world of automotive design. The recognition helped to solidify Bertone’s reputation for creating exquisite custom bodies that elevated the vehicles they adorned. The Ansaldo 6BS itself featured advanced engineering for its time, with a robust chassis and a powerful engine, making it a well-rounded example of early 20th-century automotive excellence. Its success at the Concorso d’Eleganza underscored the importance of design in the automotive industry and paved the way for future collaborations between Bertone and various manufacturers. The Ansaldo 6BS remains a cherished classic, admired for its historical significance and timeless beauty, representing an important milestone in Bertone’s illustrious legacy as one of Italy’s foremost coachbuilders.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-4

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Bertone
Manufacturer · Documented
Ansaldo

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

I Concorso Internazionale di Eleganza Automobili – Cortina General · legacy_preserved
Date
1928
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: list_of_awards_0_events. No award inferred.

The Bertone-bodied Ansaldo 6BS dates to 1928 and won at the Concorso d'Eleganza di Cortina d'Ampezzo that year. General · Unreviewed
Date
1928
Chassis
General

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
News d'Anciennes — Bertone avant-guerre newsdanciennes.com Specialist coachbuilder historical feature

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history2 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    The Bertone-bodied Ansaldo 6BS dates to 1928 and won at the Concorso d'Eleganza di Cortina d'Ampezzo that year.

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