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.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
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 |
|---|---|
| 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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