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Fiat 1500 E Bertone

1948Coachwork by Bertone

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1948
Body style
Berlinetta
Engine
6 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 1500
Type
Limited
Displacement
1,493 cc

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 E Bertone is a captivating blend of Italian engineering and design excellence, brought to life through the collaborative efforts of Fiat and Carrozzeria Bertone. Building on the success of their previous collaborations, Bertone set out to imbue the Fiat 1500 D/E with distinctive aesthetic features that would set it apart in the automotive landscape. The project began on the heels of Bertone’s triumph with the 1100 cc Stanguellini Berlinetta Special, laying the foundation for the six-cylinder engined Fiat 1500 D/E. Drawing inspiration from their past successes, Bertone infused the new model with design elements reminiscent of other iconic Bertone creations, such as the Healey Cabriolet and the Lancia Aprilia. At the forefront of the Fiat 1500 E’s design is the iconic “fish mouth” front, conceptualized by the visionary designer Mario Revelli di Beaumont. This distinctive feature lent the car a unique and assertive presence on the road, setting it apart from its contemporaries and solidifying its status as a design icon. The Fiat 1500 E Bertone embodies the essence of Italian automotive design, marrying form and function to create a harmonious and visually striking vehicle. Its sleek lines, elegant curves, and attention to detail reflect Bertone’s commitment to craftsmanship and innovation, while its powerful six-cylinder engine ensures an exhilarating driving experience. As a testament to the enduring legacy of Italian automotive design, the Fiat 1500 E Bertone continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike, embodying the spirit of innovation and excellence that defines the Bertone brand. With its timeless design and undeniable presence, it remains a symbol of Italy’s rich automotive heritage and a testament to the enduring allure of classic cars.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
6 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 1500
Displacement
1,493 cc
Specification notes
Confidence detail moved from confidence: high project; very_high nomenclature conflict DONOR_BASE_PROJECTION — base-model technical fields projected from SAVIO-FIAT1500-1948 because make/model/year match exactly. This does not assert that the coachbuilt/special vehicle retained identical tuning or performance.

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Bertone
Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Designer · Candidate
Luigi Rapi

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

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

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

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history1 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    Concorso d'Eleganza di Viareggio

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