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Fiat 1100 Cabriolet Boneschi

1948Coachwork by Boneschi

Fiat 1100 Cabriolet Boneschi

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Fiat
Base model
1100
Coachbuilder
Boneschi
Production period
1948
Body style
Cabriolet

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.

09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE

Period photographs & advertising

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