THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Alfa Romeo
- Base model
- 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet
- Coachbuilt version
- Stabilimenti Farina 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet body family; Michelotti attribution documented by official archive
- Coachbuilder
- Stabilimenti Farina
- Production period
- 1948
- 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 2500 SS Cabriolet (1948) was coachbuilt by Stabilimenti Farina and designed by Giovanni Michelotti. The development of the 6C 2500 model series marked a significant chapter in Alfa Romeo’s postwar history, focusing on luxury and performance within the confines of the Italian automotive industry. The design process involved meticulous attention to proportions and aesthetic details, with the Farina coachbuilding facility employing advanced construction methods typical of the era, emphasizing both elegance and structural integrity. Mechanically, the 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet featured a robust configuration that included an inline-six engine, powered by a 6L engine that contributed to its performance capabilities. The chassis, identified with a specific number, was designed to provide a balanced driving experience, combining sportiness with comfort. The suspension system was engineered to deliver both stability and responsiveness, aligning with the expectations of a luxury sports car of its time.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
Design & manufacture
- Designer · Documented
- Giovanni Michelotti
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Alfa Romeo
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Stabilimenti Farina
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 8 photographs
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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 |
|---|---|
| Gooding Christie's — 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet www.goodingco.com | Major auction exact chassis history |
| Archivio Storico Giovanni Michelotti — Stabilimenti Farina Alfa Romeo 2500 SS Cabriolet www.archiviostoricomichelotti.it | Designer official archive |













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