THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Alfa Romeo
- Base model
- 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet
- Coachbuilt version
- Stabilimenti Farina 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet body family; Michelotti attribution documented by official archive
- Coachbuilder
- Stabilimenti Farina
- Production period
- 1948
- Body style
- Cabriolet
- 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 Cabriolet (1948) was coachbuilt by Stabilimenti Farina and designed by Giovanni Michelotti. The development of the 6C 2500 model series marked a significant chapter in Alfa Romeo’s postwar history, focusing on luxury and performance within the confines of the Italian automotive industry. The design process involved meticulous attention to proportions and aesthetic details, with the Farina coachbuilding facility employing advanced construction methods typical of the era, emphasizing both elegance and structural integrity. Mechanically, the 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet featured a robust configuration that included an inline-six engine, powered by a 6L engine that contributed to its performance capabilities. The chassis, identified with a specific number, was designed to provide a balanced driving experience, combining sportiness with comfort. The suspension system was engineered to deliver both stability and responsiveness, aligning with the expectations of a luxury sports car of its time.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS
Design, body & suppliers
Design & manufacture
- Designer · Documented
- Giovanni Michelotti
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Alfa Romeo
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Stabilimenti Farina
Body form & construction
- Body style
- Cabriolet
04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY
Events & chronology
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
08 / GALLERY
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09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE
Period photographs & advertising
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