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Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Ministeriale

1939

Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Ministeriale

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Alfa Romeo
Base model
6C 2500 Ministeriale
Version
Ministeriale; Carrozzeria Alfa Romeo in-house body
Production period
1939–1940
Body style
Berlina
Engine
Inline-6
Type
Limited

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

No documented people or organizations are currently linked to this vehicle.

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Ministeriale was created in 1950 by Carrozzeria Touring of Milan and is a terrific example of Italian post-war motor brilliance. Created purposefully for the representatives of the government of Italy, it translates in its design the supreme elegance, refinement, and authority that the Alfa Romeo brand incorporated in the luxury vehicles of the epoch. Penned by the renowned Federico Formenti of Carrozzeria Touring, the 6C 2500 Ministeriale has a front end with the fabled Alfa Romeo grille, flanked on both sides by big round headlights. This grille, with the emblem of the cross and shield, reaffirms not only the prestigious identification of the vehicle but is also the definitive design language identity of Alfa Romeo. The Superleggera body of the 6C 2500 Ministeriale is an exemplary mark of aerodynamic designing with flowing smooth lines giving grace and power. Long, sculpted hood and gently sloping roofline produce an elegant silhouette, while the overall form suggests speed and authority. This makes the chrome detailing around windows, door handles, and bumpers give the car a touch of refinement, further impressing on one the fact that the car is luxurious. The Pirelli tires are mounted on the wheels of the 6C 2500 Ministeriale. Beautifully polished hubcaps add to its classy look and, above all, enhance its official state carriage looks. Sturdy bumpers mounted on both front and rear ends give protection and add to the stately stance for any state vehicle. The dark and lustrous finish on the Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Ministeriale sheds light on an elegant design, while little touches of chrome come in to provide the subtle contrast that brings the entire aesthetic together. The design is steeped in references to earlier Alfa Romeos, like the Villa d’Este, showing an unfailing line of approach in luxury and performance from Touring. The Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Ministeriale is not just a chariot, literally. It is the embodiment of Italian hands’ work and the union of timeless luxury with the might of the state. This vehicle remains a true testament to Alfa Romeo’s heritage in producing iconic luxury vehicles that continue to garner high acclaim for their design and engineering skills.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited
Production from
1939
Production to
1940
Mechanical platform
Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Turismo
Production notes
Ministeriale coachwork is documented for 1939–1940. Do not infer the exact production total for this legacy page beyond source-qualified model context.

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6
Specification notes
TECH 2026-09-21 — RM Sotheby's exact-chassis evidence identifies the Ministeriale body on Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Turismo basis and rejects the legacy Touring attribution. 6C 2500 Turismo is structured as the base; exact chassis is not assigned to this generic record.

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Alfa Romeo

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

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08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
rmsothebys.com rmsothebys.com Exact chassis auction dossier

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