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Fiat 1500 Berlinetta Alta Visibilità

1949Coachwork by Vignale

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1949
Body style
Berlinetta
Engine
Inline-6
Type
One-off
Production
1

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 1500 Berlinetta Vignale, a bespoke creation affectionately dubbed the “Berlinetta ad alta visibilitá,” is a captivating embodiment of automotive flamboyance and artistic innovation. Crafted under the visionary guidance of the esteemed designer Giovanni Michelotti, this one-off masterpiece emerged from the workshops of Carrozzeria Vignale, captivating audiences at the prestigious 1949 Concorso d’Eleganza Nervi. From the moment it graced the stage, the Berlinetta commanded attention with its daring design and bold aesthetics. Michelotti’s signature touches are evident in every curve and contour, as the Fiat 1500 Berlinetta exudes an air of unmistakable charisma. Its flamboyant demeanor is accentuated by sweeping lines and expressive details, setting it apart as a true work of automotive art. Based on the venerable Fiat 6C 1500 E chassis, the Berlinetta is a testament to the marriage of heritage and innovation. Beneath its striking exterior lies a potent blend of performance and engineering prowess, ensuring a driving experience that is as exhilarating as it is refined. At the 1949 Concorso d’Eleganza Nervi, the Fiat 1500 Berlinetta Vignale stole the spotlight, earning accolades and admiration from judges and spectators alike. Its category prize victory was a testament to its undeniable allure and timeless appeal, cementing its place in the annals of automotive history.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6

Design & manufacture

Designer · Documented
Giovanni Michelotti
Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Vignale

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

Concorso d'Eleganza di Nervi General · legacy_preserved
Date
1949
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: list_of_awards_0_events. No award inferred.

C d’E Nervi General · From the historical archive
Date
1949
Chassis
General

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history2 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    Concorso d'Eleganza di Nervi

  2. Unassigned chassis · Event

    C d’E Nervi

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