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Hispano-Suiza H6 Cabriolet

1931Coachwork by Pininfarina

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1931
Body style
Cabriolet
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 Hispano-Suiza H6 Cabriolet (1931) was coachbuilt by Pininfarina and designed by Mario Revelli di Beaumont. Developed during a period of innovation in the automotive industry, the Hispano-Suiza H6 Cabriolet exemplified the intersection of luxury and advanced engineering. The design process incorporated meticulous proportions and refined construction methods, which were characteristic of Pininfarina’s approach to coachbuilding, providing both aesthetic appeal and functional integrity. Mechanically, the H6 Cabriolet was powered by an inline-six engine, contributing to its smooth performance and reliability. The chassis was designed to accommodate a sophisticated suspension system, ensuring a comfortable ride quality synonymous with the Hispano-Suiza brand. Documentation indicates that the production of the H6 Cabriolet was limited to a single unit, highlighting its exclusivity. This particular model showcases the craftsmanship and design ethos of its era, reflecting both the technological advancements and stylistic preferences of the early 1930s. Surviving examples of the Hispano-Suiza H6 Cabriolet are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The combination of Pininfarina’s design expertise and Hispano-Suiza’s engineering excellence is evident in this rare model, making it a noteworthy subject for automotive historians and enthusiasts alike. The Hispano-Suiza Cabriolet Pininfarina continues to be a significant example of the artistry and innovation that defined luxury automobiles of its time.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off
Mechanical platform
Hispano-Suiza H6

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6
Specification notes
TECH 2026-09-21 — the 1931 Hispano-Suiza H6 identity is secure while the exact Pinin Farina versus Stabilimenti Farina Cabriolet attribution remains image-level guarded. Hispano-Suiza H6 is structured as the base only.

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Pininfarina
Manufacturer · Documented
Hispano-Suiza

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
Pininfarina CI archive — Hispano-Suiza H6 Cabriolet www.carrozzieri-italiani.com Ci coachbuilder archive reconciled

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