THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1939
- Body style
- Cabriolet
- 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 Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 Cabriolet (1937) was coachbuilt by Ghia. Developed during a period of significant innovation in automotive design, the 6C 2300 series exemplified the collaboration between manufacturers and coachbuilders, showcasing the artistry and engineering of its time. The design process at Ghia involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, emphasizing a blend of functionality and style that characterized the era’s automotive aesthetics.
Mechanically, the Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 Cabriolet featured robust configurations, which contributed to its performance and handling capabilities. The chassis was engineered with precision, providing a stable platform for the bodywork crafted by Ghia. Powered by an inline-six engine, the vehicle delivered a balance of power and efficiency, reflective of Alfa Romeo’s commitment to engineering excellence.
In production terms, the Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 Cabriolet was a limited offering, with documented chassis numbering indicating its exclusivity. Exhibited at various automotive shows, it attracted attention from enthusiasts and collectors alike. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding and illustrating the significance of the model within the broader context of automotive history. The detailed craftsmanship and innovative design of the Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 B Cabriolet Ghia remain a point of interest for automotive historians and researchers.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Production notes
- Exact chassis 815070 is independently documented as a 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2300B MM Cabriolet Ghia, first registered in Turin on 1 April 1939. Secondary chassis notes attribute the design to Mario Revelli; this is not promoted above secondary evidence.
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Ghia
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Alfa Romeo
04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY
Chassis & provenance
Chassis 815070
- Chassis number
- 815070
- Engine number
- 824023
- Year
- 1939
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery
No publishable photographs are currently catalogued for this vehicle.
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Archivio Targhe — Alfa Romeo 6C 2300B MM chassis 815070 www.archiviotarghe.it | Independent registration archive exact chassis |
| Alfa Romeo 6C2300 historical chassis notes it.doczz.net | Specialist chassis history secondary |
| Museo Alfa Romeo — 6C 2300 B Mille Miglia www.museoalfaromeo.com | Manufacturer museum model history |











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