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
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery
No publishable photographs are currently catalogued 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.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| News d'Anciennes — Bertone avant-guerre newsdanciennes.com | Specialist coachbuilder historical feature |











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