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Bandini 1100 Sport

1949Coachwork by Motto

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1949
Body style
Torpedo / Barchetta
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 Bandini 1100 Sport (1949) was coachbuilt by Motto. Developed during the post-war era, the Bandini 1100 Sport reflects the innovative spirit of Italian automotive design. The coachbuilding process involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, emphasizing lightweight materials that contributed to the vehicle’s agility and performance. This model is characterized by its aerodynamic form, which was a significant stylistic trend during this period.

Mechanically, the Bandini 1100 Sport is powered by an inline-four engine, which provided adequate performance for its lightweight structure. The chassis design was influenced by contemporary racing vehicles, incorporating advanced suspension systems that improved handling and stability on the road. Production data for the Bandini 1100 Sport is limited, with specific figures not documented; however, it is recognized within automotive circles for its design and engineering.

Surviving examples of the Bandini 1100 Sport are recorded in private collections and institutions, serving as important artifacts for researchers interested in postwar coachbuilding and the evolution of automotive design. The collaboration between Bandini and Motto exemplifies the synergy between manufacturers and coachbuilders that was prevalent in the mid-20th century automotive industry. Documentation indicates that the Bandini 1100 Sport Motto remains a noteworthy reference for historians studying the advancements in car design during this transformative period.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Bandini
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Motto

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
Racing Sports Cars — Bandini 1100 Sport www.racingsportscars.com Historic competition database
Ilario Bandini history it.wikipedia.org Published biographical secondary

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