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Fiat 1100 R Spider OSI

1966Coachwork by OSI

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Fiat
Base model
1100 R Spider OSI
Coachbuilt version
One-off OSI Spider prototype on Fiat 1100 R/1100-series basis; Geneva 1966 context reported
Coachbuilder
OSI
Production period
1966
Body style
Spider

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 1100 Spider (1965) was coachbuilt by OSI. During this period, the Fiat 1100 model was developed as a versatile platform for various body styles, leading to collaborations with numerous coachbuilders. The design process for the 1100 Spider involved careful attention to proportions and construction methods, aligning with the stylistic context of mid-20th century Italian automotive design. This model was constructed using traditional coachbuilding techniques, which emphasized lightweight materials and aerodynamic lines. Mechanically, the Fiat 1100 Spider was powered by an inline-four engine, contributing to its agile performance characteristics typical for sports cars of its era. The chassis was engineered to support a rear-wheel-drive layout, enhancing handling dynamics. Documentation indicates that the production of the Fiat 1100 Spider was limited, with only one unit constructed, highlighting its rarity and significance within automotive history.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off
Production notes
Canonical year corrected to 1966 from legacy 1965 after independent OSI histories consistently place the 1100 R Spider at Geneva 1966. canonical_vehicle_key retains legacy 1965 token for stable joins.

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-4

03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS

Design, body & suppliers

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
OSI

Body form & construction

Body style
Spider

04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY

Events & chronology

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE

Period photographs & advertising

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