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SCAT 18-25 hp

1922Coachwork by Balbo

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1922
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 SCAT 18-25 hp (1922) was coachbuilt by Balbo. Developed during the early 1920s, the SCAT 18-25 hp model reflects the industrial advancements of the era in automotive design and coachbuilding. The collaboration between SCAT and Balbo involved a meticulous design process that emphasized proportions and construction methods suitable for luxury vehicles of the time, often characterized by elegant lines and refined details. Mechanically, the SCAT 18-25 hp was powered by a 6L inline-six engine, providing a balance of performance and reliability typical of contemporary engineering practices. Its chassis was designed to accommodate sophisticated suspension systems, enhancing both ride comfort and handling. The technical specifications are indicative of the manufacturer’s commitment to quality and innovation in automotive design. In production terms, the SCAT 18-25 hp was part of a limited run, with specific documentation detailing chassis numbering and production data. Surviving examples of this model are recorded, indicating a level of interest among collectors and historians. The model was exhibited in various automotive shows of its time, showcasing the craftsmanship and engineering excellence inherent in SCAT vehicles. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. This documentation serves as a vital resource for understanding the evolution of automotive design and the significance of collaboration in the coachbuilding industry.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Balbo
Manufacturer · Documented
SCAT

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
Jacques Leretrait autos-photos — Carrozzeria Balbo: SCAT 18/25 HP — 1922 jacques-leretrait.blogspot.com Independent coachbuilder visual index
SCAT 18-25 HP model chronology www.wikizero.net Independent model reference

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