THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1932
- Body style
- Berlina
- Type
- Limited
- 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 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8B (1932) was coachbuilt by Pininfarina. The Tipo 8B was developed during a period of significant innovation in the luxury automobile sector, showcasing the collaboration between Isotta Fraschini, a renowned Italian manufacturer, and Pininfarina, a prestigious coachbuilder known for its artistic automotive designs. The design process emphasized elegant proportions and refined construction methods, resulting in a vehicle that embodied the stylistic context of the early 1930s. Mechanically, the Tipo 8B was equipped with advanced engineering for its time. The chassis was designed to support a sophisticated suspension system, providing a smooth ride characteristic of luxury vehicles. While specific engine details are not provided, the model’s overall configuration is indicative of Isotta Fraschini’s commitment to performance alongside luxury. In production terms, the Tipo 8B was part of a limited series, a common practice for high-end manufacturers aiming to create exclusivity. Surviving examples of this model are documented, with some preserved in private collections and museums, reflecting the ongoing interest in the craftsmanship and historical significance of the era. The production and chassis data remain vital for researchers studying postwar coachbuilding and the evolution of automotive design. Documentation indicates that the Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8B Sedan represents a notable example of luxury engineering and design, with surviving examples providing reference for automotive historians.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- Limited
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Pininfarina
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Isotta Fraschini
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
No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.











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