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Lancia Aprilia Trasformabile Ghia

1937Coachwork by Ghia

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Lancia
Base model
Aprilia
Coachbuilder
Ghia
Production period
1937
Body style
Cabriolet

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 Trasformabile Ghia is a distinguished four-seater cabriolet crafted by the renowned Turin-based coachbuilder Carrozzeria Ghia. This elegant vehicle made its debut at the prestigious 1937 Concorso d’Eleganza del Lago di Como, held at the exquisite Villa Olmo. The event, known for showcasing the finest in automotive design and craftsmanship, provided the perfect stage for the Aprilia Trasformabile Ghia to shine. Ghia’s interpretation of the Lancia Aprilia exemplified the art of automotive design in the late 1930s. The cabriolet featured sleek, flowing lines and a sophisticated profile that captured the essence of luxury and elegance. Its open-top design added a sense of freedom and style, appealing to those who valued both performance and aesthetics. The Aprilia Trasformabile Ghia was not just a visual masterpiece; it also embodied the innovative engineering for which Lancia was known. Underneath its stylish exterior, the car boasted advanced features for its time, including an independent suspension system and a robust engine that offered a smooth and dynamic driving experience. These technical attributes, combined with Ghia’s design, made the vehicle a standout at the Concorso d’Eleganza. The 1937 Concorso d’Eleganza del Lago di Como at Villa Olmo was a gathering of the automotive elite, where manufacturers and coachbuilders presented their latest creations. The Lancia Aprilia Trasformabile Ghia was well-received, admired for its impeccable design and engineering excellence.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off

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
Gearbox
Manual 4-speed
Drivetrain
RWD
Power RPM
4000 rpm

03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS

Design, body & suppliers

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Ghia
Manufacturer · Documented
Lancia

Body form & construction

Body style
Cabriolet

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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