THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1956
- Body style
- Berlina
- Engine
- Inline-4
- Type
- Limited
- Displacement
- 633 cc
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original list price
- ITL 775,000 1956-08 · Italy
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Fiat 600 Boano, known as the “Elegance,” was a premium variant priced at 775,000 Lire (approximately 29,000 Euros). This exclusive version featured several sophisticated modifications that set it apart from the standard model. The exterior of the Fiat 600 Elegance showcased a stunning two-tone paint job in lunacrome and pastel, available in a wide range of colors. Carrozzeria Boano ensured a high level of quality and long-term reliability by revising and smoothing the body panels. The front of the car featured a decorative fake grille with a chrome connector between the headlights. Rear fenders were fitted with small fins, and the headlights were adorned with visors. Carrozzeria Boano made significant changes to the lighting, replacing the original front position lights and turn signals with more suitable models positioned above the headlights. The car also boasted elegant trim, including moldings along the upper side and mid-side of the body, with a final motif and brand at the bottom. Chrome trim was added to the rain gutters, windshield, rear window, and side windows. Faux slotted air vents at the rear sides and chrome frames for both the front and rear license plates further enhanced the car’s aesthetic appeal. The wheels featured spoked covers, with optional whitewall tires, and the rear engine compartment handle included a lock for added security. Inside, the 600 Elegance offered a two-tone dashboard with chrome trim, adding a touch of luxury. The seats and door panels were upholstered in solid color gabardine, providing both comfort and style. The Fiat 600 Elegance by Boano combined aesthetic refinement with practical enhancements, making it a unique and stylish option for those seeking a high-end version of this classic car. Boano’s craftsmanship and attention to detail ensured that the Elegance stood out as a premium choice in the Fiat 600 lineup.
Historical research note
The internal worksheet reports an original purchase/list price of ITL 775,000 for the Fiat 600 Elegance Boano.
Source: CI internal worksheet · SRC-CI-600-ELABORATE-PRICES · Foglio1 row 11 · Historical information awaiting independent verification.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-4
- Displacement
- 633 cc
- Power (CV)
- 21.5 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,600 rpm
- Transmission
- Manual 4-speed
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Boano
Additional features
- Recorded features
- Elaborata
05 / VALUE
Value & price history
Original price
ITL 775,000
Candidate · 1956-08 · Original list price
Original price & purchase history
- Market
- Italy
- Price date
- 1956-08
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 1 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 |
|---|---|
| Stellantis Heritage — Fiat 600 www.stellantisheritage.com | Manufacturer heritage |











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