THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1957
- Body style
- Coupé
- Engine
- Inline-4
- 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 Fiat 1200 Coupé 4 Posti (1957) was coachbuilt by Pininfarina. Developed during a period of Italian automotive innovation, the Fiat 1200 Coupé was characterized by its streamlined design and elegant proportions, reflecting the stylistic tendencies of the late 1950s. The construction methods employed by Pininfarina emphasized lightweight materials and a focus on aerodynamic efficiency, which were pivotal in achieving the model’s aesthetic appeal. Mechanically, the Fiat 1200 Coupé featured a robust chassis designed for stability and performance. It was powered by an inline-four engine, which contributed to its dynamic driving characteristics. The vehicle’s suspension system was designed to enhance ride comfort while maintaining handling precision, aligning with contemporary engineering standards. Production data indicates that this model was manufactured in limited quantities, with specific chassis numbering documented for reference. The Fiat 1200 Coupé was exhibited at various automotive shows, drawing attention from enthusiasts and collectors alike. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. Notably, the collaboration between Fiat and Pininfarina highlights the significance of coachbuilding in the context of mid-20th-century automobile design.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-4
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Pininfarina
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
XI Rassegna Internazionale dell'Automobile – Pincio General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1958
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 3 photographs
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 |
|---|---|
| Lancia Appia derivatives market comparison — Fiat 1200 Coupé Pininfarina it.wikipedia.org | Published period model comparison secondary |











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