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OSCA MT4 1500

1954Coachwork by Morelli

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1954
Body style
Spider
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 OSCA MT4 Spider (1954) was coachbuilt by Morelli. The development of the OSCA MT4 series occurred during a period marked by a pursuit of performance and agility in the sports car segment, reflecting the engineering philosophies of its founders, the Maserati brothers. The coachbuilding process involved meticulous attention to proportions and aesthetics, employing techniques that integrated lightweight materials to enhance performance without compromising structural integrity.

Mechanically, the OSCA MT4 Spider featured a chassis designed for optimal handling, with a suspension setup that balanced comfort and sportiness. Powered by an inline-four engine, it provided a reliable performance that appealed to enthusiasts and racers alike. The vehicle’s layout was designed to offer a low center of gravity, contributing to its agility on the road and track.

Production data indicates that the OSCA MT4 Spider was produced in limited numbers, with specific chassis numbers documented in historical records. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The OSCA MT4 1500 Morelli remains a subject of interest for automotive historians, illustrating the collaboration between manufacturers and coachbuilders in crafting vehicles that combined technical prowess with aesthetic appeal.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-4

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Morelli
Manufacturer · Documented
OSCA

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

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

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Automotive Masterpieces – 1954 O.S.C.A. MT4-2AD 1500 chassis 1151 automotivemasterpieces.com Specialist archive
Racing Sports Cars – OSCA MT4 1500 Morelli www.racingsportscars.com Competition archive

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