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1953 Fiat 8V Coachwork by Fiat Carrozzerie Speciali Chassis no. 106000095 Engine no. 000137

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Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 292

1953 Fiat 8V Coachwork by Fiat Carrozzerie Speciali Chassis no. 106000095 Engine no. 000137

Schätzpreis
0 €
Zuschlagspreis:
109.250 €
ca. 138.681 $
Beschreibung:

An unusual and exciting diversion for a company whose post-WW2 success was founded on the volume production of value-for-money transportation, the Fiat 8V (‘otto vu’) was launched at the 1952 Geneva Salon. Rather than a series production model, the 8V had been conceived as the company’s exclusive image-making flagship as well as a contender in international 2-litre GT class racing. Designed by Dante Giacosa, the 8V’s 1,996cc, overhead-valve, all-alloy V8 engine had been intended for a proposed luxury saloon. In the event, the latter never materialised and the motor was only ever used to power the 8V, a mere 114 of which were made between 1952 and 1954. An advanced design, Giacosa’s V8 was heavily over-square with bore/stroke dimensions of 72x61.3mm, and breathed via two twin-choke Weber carburettors. Varying states of tune were available, ranging from 105 to 127bhp. The 8V’s coil-sprung suspension was equalled advanced, being independent all round (a first for FIAT) while the in-house coachwork, designed by Fabio Rapi, is surely one of the most striking shapes ever created by a major automobile manufacturer. Sleek, elegant and remarkably aerodynamically efficient, it bears direct comparison with the finest of contemporary work from Italy’s leading independent carrozzerie. Body construction was a form of semi-monocoque, the outer shell being supported on a lightweight superstructure that conferred great structural rigidity. The 8V was a popular choice with competitors in the long distance events of its day, in which it enjoyed considerable success, with no fewer than 13 entered in the 1953 Mille Miglia. Capelli gave the model its first outright victory, in the 1952 Stella Alpina, while further leader-board placings were gained in the Pescara 12 Hours, Rally de Sestrière and Coppa Inter-Europa. Other notable 8V campaigners included Consalvo Sanesi and Elio Zagato, whose car featured a body of his firm’s own design. Chassis number ‘095’ went to the USA early in its life and is believed to have been raced extensively there before it was discovered by well known Fiat 8V specialist Ugo Piccagli. The car remained in Piccagli’s possession in Texas for several years before it was acquired by its next owner who commissioned him to undertake its restoration. This extensive renovation took two years to complete and is chronicled in the accompanying history file with photographs of the engine rebuild and bodywork restoration. Also included is a copy of the 8V’s handbook and copy of a road-test article on this actual car published in Classic & Sports Car magazine, May 2004 issue. Beautifully finished in French Racing Blue with contrasting tan/ beige hide interior, this is a rare and historic survivor of Fiat’s legendary ‘otto vu’ and is eligible for use in the most important historic events. It comes with UK registration and is ready to go. Le châssis no. ‘095’ a été exporté très tôt dans sa vie aux Etats-Unis où il a vraisemblablement été utilisé pour la course avant d’être découvert par le spécialiste des Fiat 8V, Ugo Piccagli. La voiture est restée dans les mains de Piccagli au Texas pendant plusieurs années avant de changer de main et d’être entièrement restaurée. Cette rénovation s’étendit sur deux années pour laquelle un dossier photographique est disponible. La voiture est également livrée avec une copie du manuel du propriétaire de 8V ainsi que de l’essai sur la ‘095’paru dans le magazine Classic & Sportscar en mai 2004. Présentée ici dans sa robe bleue France avec son intérieur beige, elle est une des rares survivantes de ces Fiat ‘otto vu’ et sera eligible pour les plus prestigieux évènements historiques. Elle est livrée avec ses documents d’immatriculation anglais.

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 292
Auktion:
Datum:
16.05.2005
Auktionshaus:
Bonhams London
Monte Carlo
Beschreibung:

An unusual and exciting diversion for a company whose post-WW2 success was founded on the volume production of value-for-money transportation, the Fiat 8V (‘otto vu’) was launched at the 1952 Geneva Salon. Rather than a series production model, the 8V had been conceived as the company’s exclusive image-making flagship as well as a contender in international 2-litre GT class racing. Designed by Dante Giacosa, the 8V’s 1,996cc, overhead-valve, all-alloy V8 engine had been intended for a proposed luxury saloon. In the event, the latter never materialised and the motor was only ever used to power the 8V, a mere 114 of which were made between 1952 and 1954. An advanced design, Giacosa’s V8 was heavily over-square with bore/stroke dimensions of 72x61.3mm, and breathed via two twin-choke Weber carburettors. Varying states of tune were available, ranging from 105 to 127bhp. The 8V’s coil-sprung suspension was equalled advanced, being independent all round (a first for FIAT) while the in-house coachwork, designed by Fabio Rapi, is surely one of the most striking shapes ever created by a major automobile manufacturer. Sleek, elegant and remarkably aerodynamically efficient, it bears direct comparison with the finest of contemporary work from Italy’s leading independent carrozzerie. Body construction was a form of semi-monocoque, the outer shell being supported on a lightweight superstructure that conferred great structural rigidity. The 8V was a popular choice with competitors in the long distance events of its day, in which it enjoyed considerable success, with no fewer than 13 entered in the 1953 Mille Miglia. Capelli gave the model its first outright victory, in the 1952 Stella Alpina, while further leader-board placings were gained in the Pescara 12 Hours, Rally de Sestrière and Coppa Inter-Europa. Other notable 8V campaigners included Consalvo Sanesi and Elio Zagato, whose car featured a body of his firm’s own design. Chassis number ‘095’ went to the USA early in its life and is believed to have been raced extensively there before it was discovered by well known Fiat 8V specialist Ugo Piccagli. The car remained in Piccagli’s possession in Texas for several years before it was acquired by its next owner who commissioned him to undertake its restoration. This extensive renovation took two years to complete and is chronicled in the accompanying history file with photographs of the engine rebuild and bodywork restoration. Also included is a copy of the 8V’s handbook and copy of a road-test article on this actual car published in Classic & Sports Car magazine, May 2004 issue. Beautifully finished in French Racing Blue with contrasting tan/ beige hide interior, this is a rare and historic survivor of Fiat’s legendary ‘otto vu’ and is eligible for use in the most important historic events. It comes with UK registration and is ready to go. Le châssis no. ‘095’ a été exporté très tôt dans sa vie aux Etats-Unis où il a vraisemblablement été utilisé pour la course avant d’être découvert par le spécialiste des Fiat 8V, Ugo Piccagli. La voiture est restée dans les mains de Piccagli au Texas pendant plusieurs années avant de changer de main et d’être entièrement restaurée. Cette rénovation s’étendit sur deux années pour laquelle un dossier photographique est disponible. La voiture est également livrée avec une copie du manuel du propriétaire de 8V ainsi que de l’essai sur la ‘095’paru dans le magazine Classic & Sportscar en mai 2004. Présentée ici dans sa robe bleue France avec son intérieur beige, elle est une des rares survivantes de ces Fiat ‘otto vu’ et sera eligible pour les plus prestigieux évènements historiques. Elle est livrée avec ses documents d’immatriculation anglais.

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 292
Auktion:
Datum:
16.05.2005
Auktionshaus:
Bonhams London
Monte Carlo
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