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Fiat 503 Kelsch Casaro

1927Coachwork by Casaro

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1927
Engine
4 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 503
Type
Limited
Displacement
1,460 cc
Power
27 CV

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 503 (1927) was coachbuilt by Casaro. The Fiat 503 was developed during a period when Italian automakers were expanding their offerings through collaborations with specialized coachbuilders, reflecting an evolving automotive industry focused on craftsmanship and design. The coachbuilding process for the Fiat 503 involved precise proportions and meticulous construction methods, with a stylistic context that emphasized elegance and streamlined forms typical of the late 1920s.

Mechanically, the Fiat 503 featured a well-engineered chassis designed for both aesthetic appeal and functional performance. The vehicle was powered by a configuration that is not specified in the provided data. The suspension system was likely designed to enhance ride comfort, which was a priority for models aimed at the luxury market during this era.

Documentation indicates that the Fiat 503 was presented at automotive exhibitions, showcasing the capabilities of Casaro as a coachbuilder. Surviving examples of the Fiat 503 are recorded, providing valuable insights into the construction techniques used during its production.

In production terms, the exact number of units produced is not available in the data, but examples exist in private collections and institutional archives, offering reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The Fiat 503 Kelsch Casaro remains a noteworthy subject for historians exploring the intersection of automotive design and artisanal craftsmanship in early 20th-century Italy.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
4 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 503
Displacement
1,460 cc
Power (CV)
27 CV
Specification notes
DONOR_BASE_ONLY — published Fiat 503 specification: 1,460 cc inline-four, 27 CV. Applied only to the Fiat 503 donor/base; the Casaro Kelsch-system coachwork remains independently researchable.

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Casaro

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded 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.

ReferenceSource type
Carrozzeria Casaro archive www.carrozzieri-italiani.com Coachbuilder archive

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