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.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Pininfarina CI archive — Hispano-Suiza H6 Cabriolet www.carrozzieri-italiani.com | Ci coachbuilder archive reconciled |












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