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• An automotive legend, known to most as the "Coppa d’Oro".
• Mille Miglia eligible. As a pre-war, soon on the starting line.
• Queen of regularity races and concours d'elegance.
• The car is believed to be Matching Numbers.
• Completely restored.
• Mille Miglia eligible. As a pre-war, soon on the starting line.
• Queen of regularity races and concours d'elegance.
• The car is believed to be Matching Numbers.
• Completely restored.
Specialist Notes
In 1933 Fiat introduced on the 508 model, the sporting version 508 S Balilla Sport, with a lighter and pleasant spider body; it soon became one of the cars to dream for the younger generation. FIAT purchased the rights by Ghia, which originally designed it, manufacturing two versions: the standard one had fully enclosed fenders. The engine was also uprated. This model won the Coppa d’Oro del Littorio race, earning it the nickname “Coppa d’Oro”. This (believed to be) Matching Numbers specimen was found in 2011 in the Georgia countryside (USA), as a real barnfind, after being stored for about 40 years; it was in condition for a demanding restoration, but complete. The story of its early years is still to be clarified, but one can assume a beginning in Italy, noting the RACI (Regio Automobile Club Italiano) badge dated 1938, on the steering wheel. Transferred to Italy in the same 2011, it was completely restored in all its parts, in two tones of red, with black interiors. Restored in mechanics by Noci Motor Classic. The engine is fitted with a special S.I.A.T.A. head. Papers are in order; a request for a CRS ASI has been made in order to proceed with the registration.
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Condition report
To request a Condition Report, please contact automotive@finarte.it
The department will provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that what Finarte declares with respect to the state of conservation of the objects corresponds only to a qualified opinion and that we are not professional conservators or restorers.
We urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. We always suggest prospective buyers to inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition during the exhibition days as indicated in the catalog.
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