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Fiat 1500 Cabriolet Boneschi

1936Coachwork by Boneschi

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1936
Body style
Cabriolet
Engine
Inline-6
Type
Limited
Production
8–15

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 1500 Cabriolet Boneschi, showcased at the 1936 Milano Motor Show, stands as a noteworthy example of mid-20th-century Italian automotive craftsmanship. Initially commissioned by the Milanese Fiat Dealer Ovidio Capelli, and built by the Milanese coachbuilder Boneschi, this elegant Cabriolet was built on the chassis of the Fiat 6C 1500, a model known for its refined engineering. Boneschi, renowned for its bespoke coachbuilding work, brought a distinctive touch to the Fiat 1500 Cabriolet. The vehicle was part of a prominent display that included a range of luxury cars, highlighting the coachbuilder’s prominence in the Italian automotive scene. At the Milano Motor Show, the 1500 Cabriolet was exhibited alongside other prestigious models, such as the Lancia Aprilia Cabriolet and two Lancia Astura variants, a cabriolet and a sedan. This context underscores the Cabriolet’s standing among high-end vehicles of its time. The Cabriolet Boneschi featured a design that blended modern elegance with the classic charm of the era. The coachbuilder’s craftsmanship is evident in the car’s graceful lines and luxurious details, which set it apart from its contemporaries. This model showcased the Fiat 6C 1500’s versatility, transformed into a stylish open-air vehicle through Boneschi’s meticulous work. The 1936 Milano Motor Show served as a platform for Boneschi to highlight its ability to deliver high-quality, custom-built vehicles that catered to the tastes of discerning clients. The 1500 Cabriolet Boneschi thus represents a significant moment in the history of automotive design, reflecting the blend of engineering excellence and bespoke artistry characteristic of Italian coachbuilding during the 1930s.

Modello Tipo Anno Chassis Person
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 8587 Concessionario O. Capelli Milano
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 8595 Concessionario O. Capelli Milano
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 9226 Soc. Acc. S. Montanari Ravenna
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 7271 Concessionario O. Capelli Milano
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 7695 Pierina Calori Roma
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 7198 Concessionario O. Capelli Milano
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 7199 Concessionario O. Capelli Milano
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 7201 Concessionario O. Capelli Milano
1500 Cabriolet 4 posti con coda 1936 7297 Concessionario O. Capelli Milano

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
8–15
Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Boneschi
Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat

04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY

Chassis & provenance

Chassis 7198
Chassis number
7198
Year
1936

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile Milano 7198 · displayed · Unreviewed
Date
28 Oct 1936
Chassis
7198
Award / result
displayed

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history1 dated records

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