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Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Berlinetta

1947Coachwork by Pininfarina

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1947
Body style
Berlinetta
Engine
Inline-6
Type
Limited
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 2500 S Berlinetta (1947) was coachbuilt by Pininfarina. Developed in the post-World War II era, the 6C 2500 S Berlinetta represented a synthesis of advanced engineering and aesthetic design, reflecting the industrial revival of Italy. The design process involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, integrating aerodynamic principles that were becoming increasingly important in coachbuilding during this period. The model featured a streamlined silhouette, emphasizing both style and performance. Mechanically, the Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Berlinetta was equipped with a chassis that highlighted the brand’s commitment to performance. Powered by an inline-six engine, the vehicle’s layout provided enhanced stability and handling characteristics. The suspension system was designed to accommodate both comfort and dynamic driving, allowing for an engaging driving experience. Documentation indicates that production was limited, contributing to the model’s rarity and desirability among collectors and historians alike. Surviving examples are recorded, providing invaluable reference for researchers studying postwar coachbuilding and the evolution of automotive design. The chassis numbering system was meticulously documented, ensuring a reliable historical record for this model. The 6C 2500 S Berlinetta Alfa Romeo pininfarina has been exhibited in various automotive events, showcasing its significance in the context of mid-20th-century automotive design.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6

Design & manufacture

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

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded 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.

ReferenceSource type
Alfa Romeo 6C historical overview it.wikipedia.org Independent model history
Carrozzieri Italiani — 1947 Concorso d'Eleganza di Torino www.carrozzieri-italiani.com Event archive
Carrozzieri Italiani — Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Berlinetta Pininfarina www.carrozzieri-italiani.com Exact vehicle archive

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