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Fiat 1500 Trasformabile Valentino

1938Coachwork by Bertone

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Fiat
Base model
1500
Coachbuilt version
Trasformabile Valentino
Coachbuilder
Bertone
Production period
1938
Body style
Cabriolet
Engine
6 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 1500
Type
One-off
Production
1
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 Trasformabile Valentino, crafted by the skilled hands of Carrozzeria Bertone, stands as a testament to the exquisite marriage of form and function in automotive design. One of its distinctive features is the heavily convex and tapered boot lid, a masterful touch that seamlessly blends with the car’s long rear wings. This harmonious integration of elements speaks to the meticulous craftsmanship employed by Bertone, creating a visual symphony that captivates onlookers. Bertone, known for its innovative design language, didn’t shy away from pushing boundaries. On certain occasions, they proposed a radiator grill of unique design, reminiscent of the long and narrow shield seen on the La Salle, an American automobile produced by General Motors during the same era. This bold choice reflects Bertone’s willingness to draw inspiration from diverse sources and infuse a touch of international flair into their creations. The Fiat 1500 Trasformabile Valentino’s body styling reflects the culmination of mature design trends that had solidified over the years. Bertone, having established itself as a prominent figure in the automotive design landscape, embraced and enhanced these prevailing aesthetics. The result is a car that not only captures the essence of its time but also carries a timeless appeal, showcasing the enduring beauty of well-crafted design.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
6 cilindri in linea — donor/base Fiat 1500
Displacement
1,493 cc
Specification notes
Confidence detail moved from confidence: high identity/events DONOR_BASE_PROJECTION — base-model technical fields projected from CATTELAN-FIAT-1500-LUSSO-SPORT-1938 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

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

Concorso d'Eleganza di Torino General · legacy_preserved
Date
1938
Chassis
General

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

II Concorso d'Eleganza Sanremo - Coppa Impero General · legacy_preserved
Date
1938
Chassis
General

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

The Fiat 1500 Trasformabile Valentino is a distinct Bertone project of 1938 and is independently associated with awards at Turin and San Remo that year. Exact designer and production quantity remain open. General · Unreviewed
Date
1938
Chassis
General

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
News d'Anciennes — Bertone avant-guerre newsdanciennes.com Specialist coachbuilder historical feature

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history3 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    Concorso d'Eleganza di Torino

  2. Unassigned chassis · Event

    The Fiat 1500 Trasformabile Valentino is a distinct Bertone project of 1938 and is independently associated with awards at Turin and San Remo that year. Exact designer and production quantity remain open.

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