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Fiat 1900 Coupé Vignale

1953Coachwork by Vignale

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1953
Body style
Coupé
Type
Limited

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 1900 Coupé (1953) was coachbuilt by Vignale and designed by Giovanni Michelotti. Developed during a period of significant innovation in automotive design, the Fiat 1900 Coupé exemplified the collaboration between manufacturers and coachbuilders that characterized mid-20th century automotive production. The model’s design incorporated streamlined proportions that reflected contemporary stylistic trends, featuring a low-slung silhouette and a carefully crafted body structure that utilized lightweight materials to enhance performance. The construction process involved meticulous attention to detail, with Vignale employing advanced coachbuilding techniques to ensure the integrity and aesthetics of the vehicle. Documentation indicates that the Fiat 1900 Coupé was built on a robust chassis, which provided a solid foundation for its elegant design. Mechanically, the model was equipped with a configuration that met the demands of its class, although specific engine details are omitted as they were not provided in the data. In production terms, the Fiat 1900 Coupé was part of a limited series, with its unique design making it a desirable collector’s item. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The model illustrates the significant role of coachbuilders like Vignale in the evolution of automotive design, particularly under the influence of prominent designers such as Giovanni Michelotti. The Fiat 1900 Coupé Vignale remains a notable example of Italian automotive craftsmanship, reflecting the era’s blend of artistry and engineering.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Specification notes
Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_model_designer_event_low_exact_chassis_count

Design & manufacture

Designer · Documented
Giovanni Michelotti
Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Vignale

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

35° Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile – Torino General · legacy_preserved
Date
1953
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.

36° Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile – Torino General · verified
Date
1954
Chassis
General

Knowledge event_record_key AP54-VIG-FIA1900-1954

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history2 dated records

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