THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Alfa Romeo
- Base model
- 6C 2500 Super Sport
- Coachbuilt version
- three Alfa-chassis Ghia Supergioiello coupés; separate fourth Gilco-chassis project
- Coachbuilder
- Ghia
- Production period
- 1949–1951
- Body style
- Coupé
- Designer
- Giovanni Michelotti
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 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Coupé, featuring bespoke bodywork by Carrozzeria Ghia, is a rare gem in automotive history, renowned for its exclusivity and exceptional condition. Dubbed the “Supergioiello” or “jewel” coupe, this model is a prime example of Ghia’s craftsmanship and innovation from the post-war era. In 1950, Carrozzeria Ghia crafted only four of these distinctive Supergioiello coupes, each a testament to the blending of Alfa Romeo’s engineering prowess with Ghia’s elegant design. Of the four examples, three were built on the standard Alfa Romeo chassis, with one of these featuring a notable large front grille (#915.762). The fourth and final Supergioiello was constructed on a more advanced tubular chassis manufactured by Gilco Milano, reflecting the progressive design philosophy of the time. The Alfa Romeo 6C Supergioiello by Ghia was designed Giovanni Michelotti to embody both luxury and performance. Its streamlined bodywork, characterized by smooth curves and an elegant silhouette, was a departure from the more angular designs prevalent in the pre-war period. This design not only enhanced the vehicle’s aesthetic appeal but also contributed to its aerodynamic efficiency, underscoring Ghia’s commitment to both form and function. Today, the Alfa Romeo 6C Supergioiello by Carrozzeria Ghia stands as a finely restored example of automotive artistry and engineering excellence. Its rarity—being one of only four ever produced—adds to its allure and significance among collectors and enthusiasts. The restoration has preserved the car’s original charm while ensuring that its historic and aesthetic value is maintained. The Supergioiello’s legacy is a reflection of a golden age of design, where bespoke craftsmanship and innovative engineering came together to create a masterpiece. As one of the few remaining examples, this Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Coupé continues to captivate those who appreciate its blend of rarity, elegance, and historical significance.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 3
- Production type
- Limited
- Production from
- 1949
- Production to
- 1951
- Production notes
- Three Ghia Supergioiello coupés are documented on Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS chassis: 915.762, 915.862 and 915.897. A fourth Supergioiello, 0064251, uses Alfa 6C mechanicals on a Gilco tubular chassis and remains a separate exact record.
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-6
- Specification notes
- The Supergioiello family contains three cars on standard Alfa Romeo chassis and a fourth on a Gilco tubular chassis. A single chassis/platform technical baseline would collapse a documented structural distinction.
Individual vehicle
- Documented chassis
3 chassis
- 915762
- 915862
- 915897
03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS
Design, body & suppliers
Design & manufacture
- Designer · Documented
- Giovanni Michelotti
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Ghia
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Alfa Romeo
Body form & construction
- Body style
- Coupé
04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY
Events & chronology
IV Concorso internazionale di eleganza della carrozzeria – Pincio General · From the historical archive
- Date
- 27 May 1950
- Chassis
- General
- Venue
- Pincio · Roma
2° Concorso Internazionale di Eleganza per Autovetture – Lido di Venezia General · From the historical archive
- Date
- 26 Aug 1950
- Chassis
- General
- Venue
- Lido di Venezia · Venezia
CHRONOLOGICAL RECORD
General chronology
Chronological history3 dated records
- Unassigned chassis · Event
IV Concorso internazionale di eleganza della carrozzeria – Pincio
- Unassigned chassis · Event
2° Concorso Internazionale di Eleganza per Autovetture – Lido di Venezia
- Unassigned chassis · Auction
Auction · Reported_sale · ITL 5,000,000
05 / VALUE
Value & price history
Auction & sale history
| Date | Venue | Chassis | Record | Status | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Model-level · chassis not verified | Historical sale | Candidate · Reported Sale | ITL 5,000,000 |
Market observations describe documented transactions, estimates or offers. They are not themselves a current valuation of the vehicle.
08 / GALLERY
Photo gallery 5 photographs
09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE
Period photographs & advertising
The period archive gallery will show historical photographs, advertisements, brochures and press images once assets, provenance and usage rights have been recorded in the masterfile.













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