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Fiat 2300 S Berlina Ghia

1963Coachwork by Ghia

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1963
Body style
Berlina
Engine
Inline-6
Type
Design-proposal

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

In 1963, Carrozzeria Ghia presented a visionary proposal to Fiat, envisioning a grand luxury sedan: the Fiat 2300 S Berlina. Designed by the talented Sergio Sartorelli, this four-door sedan drew inspiration from the esteemed design of the Fiat 2300 S Coupé, reflecting a blend of sophistication and performance. With meticulous attention to detail, Sartorelli and his team at Carrozzeria Ghia crafted a concept that exuded elegance from every angle. The Fiat 2300 S Berlina promised to be a formidable addition to the luxury sedan segment, poised to rival established competitors with its distinctive styling and refined features. However, despite the allure of Ghia’s proposal, Fiat ultimately declined to pursue the project. The Fiat 2300 S Berlina remained a captivating concept, a tantalizing glimpse into what could have been, as Fiat opted to focus on other priorities and directions for their lineup at the time. Although the 2300 S Berlina never made it beyond the conceptual stage, its legacy endures as a testament to the creativity and innovation of Sergio Sartorelli and the team at Carrozzeria Ghia. The proposal serves as a reminder of the dynamic interplay between design vision and practical considerations within the automotive industry. While the 2300 S Berlina may never grace the roads in physical form, its spirit lives on in the imaginations of enthusiasts and aficionados, who continue to appreciate its timeless beauty and the ambition it represents. In the world of automotive design, such concepts often serve as catalysts for future innovation, inspiring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Design-proposal

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Ghia
Manufacturer · Documented
Fiat
Designer · Candidate
Sergio Sartorelli

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

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
Ruoteclassiche — Fiat 2300 S derivatives porschecarshistory.com Historical automotive periodical
ACI Trieste — Fiat 2300 S concours technical note trieste.aci.it Automobile club historical note

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