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 Itala 65, one of the earliest models crafted by the legendary Italian coachbuilder Ghia, holds a special place in automotive history. Built on the Itala 65 chassis, this exquisite car gained significant recognition after winning the first prize in its class at the inaugural Concorso d’Eleganza di Villa d’Este in 1929. This prestigious victory marked the beginning of a long-standing legacy for both the Itala brand and Ghia’s exceptional craftsmanship. The Itala 65, with its refined design and engineering, was a symbol of automotive elegance during its time. The car’s winning combination of style and performance made it a standout at the Concorso d’Eleganza, where it impressed judges with its superior quality and timeless aesthetic. The collaboration between Itala and Ghia in producing such a remarkable vehicle highlighted the skill and innovation of both companies, making the Itala 65 a notable model in the history of luxury automobiles. The victory at the Villa d’Este event in 1929 cemented the Itala 65’s status as a masterpiece of automotive design and set a benchmark for future competitions. Today, the Itala 65 continues to be celebrated by collectors and vintage car enthusiasts for its historical significance and the exquisite work of Ghia.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- One-off
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Ghia
- Designer · Candidate
- Mario Revelli di Beaumont
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Itala
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
Concorso Internazionale d'Eleganza per Automobili – Coppa d'Oro Villa d'Este General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1929
- 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 1 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 |
|---|---|
| Ghia complete car archive www.carrozzieri-italiani.com | Coachbuilder archive |













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