THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Lancia
- Base model
- Dilambda
- Coachbuilder
- Stabilimenti Farina
- Production period
- 1932
- Body style
- Berlina
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 Lancia Dilambda Berlina (1932) was coachbuilt by Stabilimenti Farina. Developed during the early 1930s, the Dilambda represented Lancia’s efforts to combine advanced engineering with luxurious design, aligning with the automotive trends of the period. The coachbuilding process involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, utilizing a steel body mounted on a robust chassis, which allowed for a balance between aesthetic appeal and structural integrity.
The Dilambda featured a mechanical configuration that included innovative design elements characteristic of Lancia’s engineering philosophy. Powered by a V8 engine, the model was noted for its smooth performance and capable handling. The chassis was designed with advanced suspension systems that contributed to both comfort and stability, reflecting the technological advancements of the era.
Production data for the Lancia Dilambda Berlina indicates limited numbers, underscoring its exclusivity. Documentation suggests that several units were showcased at various automotive exhibitions during its production run, drawing attention for their elegant lines and innovative features. Surviving examples of the Dilambda are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing valuable reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding.
The Lancia Dilambda Berlina, crafted by Stabilimenti Farina, remains a significant case study in the evolution of luxury automobiles, illustrating the intersection of design and engineering in the early 20th century. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- V8
- Displacement
- 3,960 cc
- Power (CV)
- 100 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,000 rpm
- Transmission
- Manual 4-speed
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Specification notes
- Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_disposition_only | Source-backed donor/model-level baseline for Lancia Dilambda: V8, 3960 cc, 100 CV at 4000 rpm, 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive. Wheelbase, body dimensions, weight and maximum speed vary by series/body and are intentionally not inherited.
- Gearbox
- Manual 4-speed
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Power RPM
- 4000 rpm
03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS
Design, body & suppliers
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Lancia
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Stabilimenti Farina
Body form & construction
- Body style
- Berlina
04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY
Events & chronology
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
08 / GALLERY
Photo gallery
No publishable photographs are currently catalogued for this vehicle.
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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