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OM 665 S MM Borsani

1930Coachwork by Borsani

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1930
Engine
6 cilindri in linea — donor/base OM 665 S/SS MM
Type
Fuori-serie
Displacement
2,200 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 OM 665 S MM Borsani (1930) was coachbuilt by Borsani. During this period, OM sought to enhance its presence in the luxury automobile segment, resulting in a collaboration with the esteemed coachbuilder Borsani. The design process involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, employing traditional coachbuilding techniques that emphasized both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity. The vehicle featured a refined silhouette characteristic of the era, blending functionality with stylistic context.

Mechanically, the OM 665 S MM Borsani was powered by a robust inline-six engine, providing a balance of performance and reliability. The chassis was constructed with a focus on durability, featuring a suspension system that complemented its intended use as a luxury touring vehicle. In production terms, the vehicle was designed to meet the demands of discerning clientele, with details that reflected the craftsmanship of the time.

Documentation indicates that the production of the OM 665 S MM Borsani was limited, contributing to its status as a sought-after collector’s item. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The meticulous documentation of the vehicle’s specifications and production details ensures that the legacy of the OM 665 S MM Borsani remains accessible to automotive historians and enthusiasts alike.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Fuori-serie

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
6 cilindri in linea — donor/base OM 665 S/SS MM
Displacement
2,200 cc
Specification notes
DONOR_BASE_ONLY — Museo Nicolis documents the later sporting OM 665 family/SSMM with a 2,200 cc inline-six; the enlarged engine followed the earlier 1,991 cc version. Applied only to the 1930 S MM donor/base; exact tune/compression and Borsani body identity remain independently researchable.

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Borsani
Manufacturer · Documented
OM

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
Carrozzeria Borsani — historical overview www.dannatavintage.com Independent coachbuilder history
Carrozzieri Italiani — Borsani archive www.carrozzieri-italiani.com Coachbuilder archive exact entry
Registro Internazionale OM — model data sheets www.omregister.com Marque registry

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