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Lancia Augusta Berlinetta Aerodinamica Viotti

1935Coachwork by Viotti

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Lancia
Base model
Augusta
Coachbuilt version
Berlinetta Aerodinamica Viotti one-off
Coachbuilder
Viotti
Production period
1935
Body style
Berlinetta
Engine
V4
Type
One-off
Production
1
Designer
<a href="https://ci-prototype.dreamhosters.com/designers/mario-revelli-di-beaumont/">Mario Revelli di Beaumont</a>
Displacement
1,196 cc

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 Augusta Berlinetta Aerodinamica, an exquisite one-off creation meticulously crafted by Carrozzeria Viotti, made its grand debut under the discerning eye of Marquis Ippolito Barei di S. Albano at the prestigious 1935 Concorso d’Eleganza di Torino. This automotive masterpiece, designed by the visionary Mario Revelli di Beaumont, marked one of the pioneering ventures into aerodynamic studies, setting the stage for future innovations in automotive design. Taking center stage at the Concorso d’Eleganza di Torino, this Lancia Augusta Berlinetta Aerodinamica left an indelible mark by clinching the coveted Best of Show title, known as the “Gran Premio della più bella vettura” with its distinctly Italian body. The sheer elegance and forward-thinking design of this vehicle captivated the judges and spectators alike, securing its place as a true work of art on wheels. The accolades continued to pour in as the car ventured to the 1935 Viareggio Concours d’Elegance, where it claimed multiple honors. The Lancia Augusta Berlinetta Aerodinamica not only seized the category prize but also garnered the special public prize, a testament to its universal appeal and timeless allure. This remarkable automobile, born from the collaborative brilliance of Carrozzeria Viotti and Mario Revelli di Beaumont, stands as a symbol of innovation and beauty, forever etched in the annals of automotive history.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
V4
Displacement
1,196 cc
Power (CV)
35 CV
Engine speed
4,000 rpm
Transmission
Manual 4-speed
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Specification notes
Source-backed donor/model-level baseline for Lancia Augusta (1933–1936): narrow-angle V4, 1196 cc, 35 CV at 4000 rpm, 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive. Coachbuilt-body dimensions, weight and maximum speed are intentionally not inherited.

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Viotti
Designer · Candidate
Mario Revelli di Beaumont
Manufacturer · Documented
Lancia

Additional features

Recorded features
Aerodinamica

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

Concorso d'Eleganza di Viareggio General · legacy_preserved
Date
1935
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: list_of_awards_1_events|list_of_awards_2_events. No award inferred.

VII Concorso d'Eleganza per Automobili – Torino General · legacy_preserved
Date
1935
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events|list_of_awards_0_events. No award inferred.

At the 1935 Turin concours the Lancia Augusta entered by Marquis Ippolito Barei di S. Albano and bodied by Viotti received the Gran Premio for the most beautiful car with Italian-built coachwork, with a silver cup. General · Unreviewed
Date
28 Apr 1935
Chassis
General

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history3 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    Concorso d'Eleganza di Viareggio

  2. Unassigned chassis · Event

    At the 1935 Turin concours the Lancia Augusta entered by Marquis Ippolito Barei di S. Albano and bodied by Viotti received the Gran Premio for the most beautiful car with Italian-built coachwork, with a silver cup.

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