Skip to content
THE ITALIAN COACHBUILDER SITE

Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 Cabriolet Boneschi

1938Coachwork by Boneschi

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1938
Body style
Cabriolet
Chassis
813-215
Engine
Inline-6
Type
One-off
Production
1

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 Boneschi, chassis 813.215, is a remarkable one-off car built  by Carrozzeria Boneschi and commissioned by Carlo Sartorelli, a prominent businessman from Milan. Built in 1939, this car is an exquisite example of Italian automotive craftsmanship and a testament to the unique collaborations between car manufacturers and bespoke coachbuilders in the pre-war era. The Alfa Romeo 6C series, introduced in the 1920s, was renowned for its engineering excellence and sporting pedigree. The 6C 2300 model, produced from 1934 to 1940, was equipped with a 2.3-liter inline-six engine, providing a balance of performance and sophistication. However, it was the work of specialized coachbuilders like Boneschi that elevated this particular car into a masterpiece of design. Carlo Sartorelli, who had an eye for luxury and exclusivity, approached Carrozzeria Boneschi, a prestigious Italian coachbuilding firm, to create a custom body for his 6C 2300. Boneschi, known for its innovative and elegant designs, crafted a stunning cabriolet that blended Art Deco aesthetics with modern styling cues. The result was a sleek, flowing design with graceful curves, accentuated by a long hood and a low-slung profile, which gave the car an unmistakable presence on the road. The car’s interior was equally luxurious, featuring fine leather upholstery and exquisite detailing, tailored to Sartorelli’s personal preferences. Every element of the vehicle was meticulously crafted, from the dashboard to the steering wheel, reflecting the highest standards of Italian artisanship. Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 813.215 remains a symbol of an era when wealthy patrons could commission one-of-a-kind vehicles tailored to their exact specifications. Today, the Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 Cabriolet Boneschi commissioned by Carlo Sartorelli is regarded as an exceptional example of pre-war automotive design and engineering, celebrated for both its rarity and its breathtaking beauty. It stands as a testament to the legacy of Alfa Romeo and the artistry of bespoke coachbuilders like Boneschi.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Boneschi
Manufacturer · Documented
Alfa Romeo

04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY

Chassis & provenance

Chassis 813-215
Chassis number
813-215
Year
1938

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

THE CONVERSATION

Comments 0

Share a memory, a period photograph or a documented detail about this car.

Join the conversation