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 Berlina (1950) was coachbuilt by Boneschi. During this period, Fiat aimed to expand its lineup with models that appealed to a broader market, resulting in the development of the 1100 series, which was characterized by its compact dimensions and practical design. The coachbuilding process involved careful attention to proportions and construction methods, with the Berlina variant featuring a streamlined silhouette that aligned with contemporary Italian automotive styling trends.
Mechanically, the Fiat 1100 Berlina was equipped with a robust chassis that facilitated a comfortable ride. Documentation indicates that the model was powered by a 1.1L inline-four engine, offering a balance of efficiency and performance suitable for urban driving. The suspension system employed a combination of independent front suspension and a leaf spring rear setup, contributing to its stable handling characteristics.
Production data for the Fiat 1100 Berlina remains limited, yet surviving examples are recorded in both private collections and institutional archives. The model was exhibited at various automotive shows, highlighting its significance within the Fiat family. The chassis numbers of the Berlina variant provide insights into its production timeline and variations, which are of interest to automotive historians.
Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The Fiat 1100 Forever Boneschi continues to be a subject of study for those interested in the evolution of Italian automotive design and the collaboration between manufacturers and coachbuilders.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- 4 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 1100 E family
- Displacement
- 1,089 cc
- Specification notes
- DONOR_BASE_ONLY — the late pre-103 Fiat 1100 family retained the 1,089 cc four-cylinder architecture. Only donor/base displacement/configuration are projected; the “Forever” Boneschi identity remains guarded and independently researchable.
03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS
Design, body & suppliers
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Boneschi
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
Body form & construction
- Body style
- Berlina
04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY
Events & chronology
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
08 / GALLERY
Photo gallery 1 photographs
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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