THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1927
- Body style
- Coupé
- Type
- Limited
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 majestic Isotta Fraschini 8A Belvedere, crafted by the renowned Carrozzeria Touring of Milan in 1927, stands as an epitome of automotive luxury and artistry. This masterpiece showcased the collaboration between two iconic names in the automotive world Isotta Fraschini and Carrozzeria Touring. The vehicle featured the Weymann-type coachwork applied to the distinguished chassis provided by Isotta Fraschini. Presented at the 1927 Salone dell’Automobile di Milano, it also participated in the 1927 Concorso d’Eleganza in Milan, where it secured the prestigious Gran Premio Reale, marking the beginning of a series of accolades for the renowned Carrozzeria Touring of Milan. The Weymann coachwork system, known for its innovative fabric-covered panels, added a touch of sophistication to the Isotta Fraschini 8A Belvedere. This luxurious automobile exemplified the commitment to excellence and attention to detail that defined both Isotta Fraschini and Carrozzeria Touring. The triumph at the Concorso d’Eleganza in Milan in 1927 marked the inception of a remarkable journey for Carrozzeria Touring, setting the stage for numerous future awards and recognitions. The collaboration between Isotta Fraschini and Carrozzeria Touring not only produced an exceptional automobile but also solidified the reputations of both entities as paragons of automotive craftsmanship and design. The Isotta Fraschini 8A Belvedere remains a symbol of the golden era of automotive design and the enduring legacy of Carrozzeria Touring’s contributions to the world of luxury automobiles.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Construction features · Legacy attribution
- Weymann
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Touring
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Isotta Fraschini
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
Concorso Internazionale d'Eleganza – Milano General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1927
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events|list_of_awards_0_events. No award inferred.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 4 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 |
|---|---|
| Carrozzieri-Italiani — Milano 1927 www.carrozzieri-italiani.com | Event archive |











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