THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1957
- Body style
- Coupé
- Engine
- Inline-4
- Type
- Limited
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 Moretti 750 Tour de Monde Coupé, designed for touring and the small displacement racing classes of the 1950s and ’60s, stands as an excellent example of Giovanni Moretti’s automobile manufacturing expertise. This model is equipped with Moretti’s own high-revving 750cc engine, which is coupled to a four-speed transmission, showcasing the brand’s commitment to performance and innovation in compact car engineering. Moretti was known for employing numerous body styles, collaborating with renowned coachbuilders such as Carrozzeria Zagato. However, this particular Tour de Monde Coupé was designed by Giovanni Michelotti and built by the esteemed coachbuilder Ghia. This collaboration resulted in a vehicle that not only performed well but also featured an elegant and distinctive design. The Moretti 750 Tour de Monde Coupé’s design reflects the sophisticated and aerodynamic styling trends of its era. The sleek lines and refined contours of the body highlight Ghia’s craftsmanship and Moretti’s vision for a stylish yet functional touring car. The combination of Moretti’s engineering prowess and Ghia’s design excellence made this model highly desirable among car enthusiasts of the time. With only 150 units ever built, the Moretti 750 Tour de Monde Coupé is exceptionally rare. This limited production run adds to its allure and makes it a sought-after collector’s item today. Its rarity, combined with its historical significance in the small displacement racing classes, underscores its value as a classic automobile. The Tour de Monde Coupé remains a testament to Giovanni Moretti’s innovative approach to car manufacturing and design. It encapsulates the spirit of mid-20th-century automotive engineering and style, making it a cherished piece of automotive history. The car’s enduring appeal lies in its combination of performance, rarity, and the collaborative efforts of two iconic names in Italian automotive design.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Production notes
- Independent sources support Moretti manufacture/programme chronology and Giovanni Michelotti design context, but no independent source in the current dossier supports Ghia as physical body builder. Clear ORG-GHIA rather than preserve an unsupported relation. NO_AUTO_INHERIT.
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-4
Design & manufacture
- Designer · Documented
- Giovanni Michelotti
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Moretti
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 12 photographs
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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 |
|---|---|
| Moretti Registry — Documentation: 750 TDM factory brochure moretti-registry.com | Marque registry factory brochure index |
| Automobile-Catalog — 1956 Moretti 750 Tour du Monde Coupé www.automobile-catalog.com | Specialist model catalogue |
| Corriere — Giovanni Michelotti retrospective www.corriere.it | Reputable press designer retrospective |












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