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Lancia Aprilia Belvedere Farina

1937Coachwork by Stabilimenti Farina

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Lancia
Base model
Aprilia Berlina
Production period
1937
Body style
Berlina

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 Lancia Aprilia Berlina (1937) was coachbuilt by Stabilimenti Farina. During this period, the model was developed at a time when automotive design increasingly emphasized streamlined forms and aerodynamic efficiency. The design process involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, reflecting contemporary stylistic trends in coachbuilding. Mechanical configurations included a robust chassis designed for stability and comfort, with a focus on enhancing the driving experience.

The Lancia Aprilia Berlina featured a sophisticated suspension system that contributed to its handling characteristics, ensuring a smooth ride. Powered by a V8 engine, the vehicle was noted for its technical innovations, which included advanced engineering techniques that were cutting-edge for the era. In production terms, the chassis was constructed to accommodate the unique design elements introduced by Stabilimenti Farina, which included distinctive body lines and elegant detailing.

Documentation indicates that the production of this model was limited, emphasizing its exclusivity among collectors. Surviving examples are recorded, providing valuable insights into the coachbuilding practices of the time. These vehicles have been preserved in private collections and institutional archives, offering reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding and the evolution of automotive design.

The Lancia Aprilia belvedere farina remains an important subject of study within automotive history, illustrating the collaboration between manufacturers and coachbuilders that defined the era. The attention to detail and craftsmanship demonstrated in this model continues to resonate with automotive historians and enthusiasts alike.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
V4
Displacement
1,352 cc
Power (CV)
47 CV
Engine speed
4,000 rpm
Transmission
Manual 4-speed
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Specification notes
Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_disposition_only | Source-backed donor/model-level baseline for Lancia Aprilia first series (1937–1938 in this projection): narrow-angle V4, 1352 cc, 47 CV at 4000 rpm, 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive. Coachbuilt-body dimensions, weight and maximum speed are intentionally not inherited.
Gearbox
Manual 4-speed
Drivetrain
RWD
Power RPM
4000 rpm

03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS

Design, body & suppliers

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Lancia
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Stabilimenti Farina

Body form & construction

Body style
Berlina

04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY

Events & chronology

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE

Period photographs & advertising

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