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Isotta Fraschini BN 30/40 HP

1910Coachwork by Sala

Isotta Fraschini BN 30/40 HP

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1910
Engine
Inline-4
Type
Fuori-serie

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 Isotta Fraschini BN 30/40 HP de luxe is a distinguished automobile from the early 20th century, renowned for its luxurious design and engineering excellence. It featured a large-capacity, four-cylinder, two-piece block engine, which was a hallmark of its high-performance and reliability. The coachwork of this model was meticulously crafted by Carrozzeria Cesare Sala, a trusted firm known for its exquisite automotive designs. Priced at 17,500 lire, the BN 30/40 HP de luxe was positioned as a premium offering, catering to an elite clientele. The substantial price reflected both the advanced engineering and the luxurious craftsmanship that went into each vehicle. Given its exceptional quality and the prestige associated with the Isotta Fraschini brand, it is not surprising that many of these cars found their way to the United States, where they were highly coveted by wealthy enthusiasts and collectors. The combination of advanced mechanical features and elegant design made the BN 30/40 HP de luxe a symbol of automotive sophistication during its era. The vehicle’s powerful engine and stylish coachwork, attributed to the expertise of Carrozzeria Cesare Sala, underscored its status as a luxurious and desirable automobile. As a result, it continues to be celebrated among classic car enthusiasts and collectors, maintaining its reputation as a prime example of early automotive luxury.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Fuori-serie
Production notes
Migrate as a source-limited 1910 Isotta Fraschini BN 30/40 HP Sala identity. Exact chassis, body specification and production quantity remain open.
Body & configuration · Legacy attribution
Torpedo

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-4

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Sala
Manufacturer · Documented
Isotta Fraschini

04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY

Chassis & provenance

Ownership & provenance

Ownership & history · Legacy attribution
Museum Car

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
ACI Storico — Isotta Fraschini BN 30/40 HP www.clubacistorico.it Official historic vehicle document

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