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.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 1 photographs
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 |
|---|---|
| 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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