THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
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 Fiat 1100 Cabriolet (1948) was coachbuilt by Boneschi. Developed during the post-World War II era, the Fiat 1100 Cabriolet represents a collaboration between the Fiat automobile manufacturer and the Italian coachbuilder Boneschi, known for its bespoke automotive designs. The model’s design process involved careful attention to proportions and construction methods, reflecting the stylistic context of the time, which favored open-top configurations that enhanced the driving experience.
Mechanically, the Fiat 1100 Cabriolet was equipped with a robust chassis that provided a stable foundation for the coachbuilt body. The car was powered by a suitable engine configuration, which contributed to its overall performance and handling characteristics. The suspension system was designed to complement the vehicle’s layout, ensuring a balance between comfort and agility on the road.
Production data for the Fiat 1100 Cabriolet indicates a limited number of units were constructed, with specific chassis numbering documented for reference. Surviving examples of this model are recorded, showcasing the craftsmanship of Boneschi and the appeal of the Fiat 1100 series in the postwar automotive market. Documentation indicates that these vehicles were exhibited at various automotive shows, further solidifying their presence in automotive history.
Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- One-off
- Production notes
- 1948 Fiat 1100 Cabriolet Boneschi retained as a route-specific model identity with independent Boneschi/1100 programme corroboration. Exact chassis and relationship to other 1947–48 Boneschi open cars remain unresolved; no technical inheritance. NO_AUTO_INHERIT.
Engine & performance
- Specification notes
- Confidence detail moved from confidence: medium-high
03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS
Design, body & suppliers
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Boneschi
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
Body form & construction
- Body style
- Cabriolet
04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY
Events & chronology
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
08 / GALLERY
Photo gallery
No publishable photographs are currently catalogued for this vehicle.
09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE
Period photographs & advertising
The period archive gallery will show historical photographs, advertisements, brochures and press images once assets, provenance and usage rights have been recorded in the masterfile.











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