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.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 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 |
|---|---|
| Carrozzeria Casaro archive www.carrozzieri-italiani.com | Coachbuilder archive |











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