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Fiat 1100 A Cabriolet Balbo

A small cabriolet based on the Fiat 1100 A chassis built by Balbo and unveiled at the 1948 Turin Auto Salon.

Fiat 600 Berlinetta Monterosa

Unveiled at the 1956 Turin Auto Salon, this small coupé was designed by Michelotti and built by the Monterosa Coachbuilder.

Fiat 1100 E Giardinetta Viotti

A rare Giardinetta based on the Fiat 1100 E chassis built by Viotti.

Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano

The Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano was one of the first production spider made by the brand of the scorpion. It was designed by Giovanni Michelotti.

Fiat 500 Elegance Savio

The Fiat 500 Elegance, a Spiaggina designed for Savio which was the latest proposal by Mario Boano before going to manage the Fiat Styling Department. It was exhibited at the 1965 Turin Motor Show.

Touring Arese RH95

The Touring Arese RH95 Grigio Artico, the special version of the modern “fuoriserie” made by the milan coachbuilder.

Maserati Bellagio

The Maserati Bellagio Fastback, the wagon version of the Quattroporte built in only 4 speciments by Touring Superleggera.

Fiat 1100 Stella Alpina

The Fiat 1100 Stella Alpina by Carrozzeria Monviso, the flagship model of the small turin coachbuilder which was bought in the later days by Ghia.

Fiat 1100 TV Coupé Monterosa

The second Monterosa model on this list. The Fiat 1100 TV Coupé of the small turin coachbuilder is not the most elegant proposal built on the most powerful 1100 chassis.

Fiat 1500 Coupé Vignale

This Fiat 1500 Coupé was one of the last creation from Michelotti for Alfredo Vignale.

Stanguellini 1100 Berlinetta Speciale

The Stanguellini 1100 Berlinetta was born after a meeting between Nuccio Bertone and Vittorio Stanguellini. It was based on the Fiat 1100 mechanics.

Ford Mustang Zagato

The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Zagato, a real gem and it was surprising to see it at the Finarte stand. A one-off elaborata version made by the milan coachbuilder.

Fiat 1100 Giardinetta Sleeping

The Fiat 1100 Sleeping is basically the italian, small equivalent of the american Chevrolet Nomad, as a two door station wagon made by Viotti.

Abarth 750 Coupé Viotti

The Abarth 750 Coupé Viotti designed by Giovanni Michelotti based on the Fiat 600 chassis.

Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale

Alfa Romeo’s newest hypercar: the 33 Stradale built by Touring Superleggera in 33 speciments.

Lancia Aurelia B50 Lusso

The rare Lancia Aurelia B50 Lusso built by Pininfarina.

Fiat 1100E Coupé Vignale

This Fiat 1100 Coupé Vignale, designed by Michelotti was built in very few speciments and was unveiled at the 1953 Turin Motor Show.

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Andreas

Italian classic car enthusiast with German roots. Renowned as a respected figure in the classic car community, he serves as a jury member at various international concours d'elegance, including the Classic Gala Schwetzingen and Mantova. As a content creator, Andreas passionately shares his profound knowledge and appreciation for vintage automobiles. His heart beats for cars designed by Giovanni Michelotti, showcasing his discerning taste and dedication to preserving the timeless elegance of automotive history.

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The 90s was not exactly a golden age for Bugatti. The brand rolled out just one production car under Romano Artioli, who took over in 1987. But hold up—Bugatti wasn’t short on wild ideas. They dreamed up some seriously awesome concept cars, even if they never hit the road. It’s a shame because there were at least four models that were so cool they made you wonder: why didn’t Bugatti build these? Let’s start with their actual production car, the EB 110.

Bugatti EB 110

Introduction: September 15, 1991

Specifications: 3.5-liter V12 (553 bhp or 603 bhp), all-wheel-drive, a manual six-speed transmission, top speed of 351 km/h.

Flashback: September 15, 1991. Picture the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Down this iconic avenue cruises the Bugatti EB 110, a rolling tribute to Ettore Bugatti’s 110th birthday. A supercar for the ages, the EB 110 had sharp, angular lines, scissor doors like a Lamborghini, and enough horsepower to drop jaws.

Like the Bugatti models of yesteryears, this machine was serious. Its 3.5-liter V12 engine had not one, not two, but four turbochargers, plus intercoolers. Built around a carbon monocoque frame, it delivered 560 hp to all four wheels using twin differentials. Compared to Lamborghini’s Diablo—unveiled earlier—it was ahead of its time. The Diablo offered 492 hp and only gained all-wheel drive in 1993 with the VT model. The EB 110 was a beast right out of the gate.

Bugatti EB110

Even the engine design was cutting-edge. Bugatti followed Formula 1 guidelines of the era to craft a 60-valve, 3.5-liter V12 with five valves per cylinder. The car’s price tag reflected its ambition: 450 million lira for the base version, and 550 million lira for the Super Sport variant. Over the years, values for the EB 110 skyrocketed, jumping from €280,000 in 2011 to nearly $2.15 million at a Sotheby’s auction.

Bugatti developed only 135 EB 110s—95 standard models and 39 Super Sports. Among these, Michael Schumacher’s yellow EB 110 SS is particularly famous. Today, the EB110’s rarity makes it a collector’s ambition.

Bugatti ID 90 Concept

Introduction: 1990 Turin Motor Show

Specifications: Mid-mounted 3.5-liter V12, four turbos, AWD, top speed of 174 mph (280 kph).

It was Giugiaro’s first Bugatti design, borrowing elements from the eventual EB 110. Compared to the EB 110, the ID 90 had more refined styling. Introduced a year before its production sibling, the concept featured a massive glass dome with vents for cooling the V12. Its retro wheels, inspired by the 1926 Royale, added flair.

It’s fun to imagine how the EB 110 might’ve fared with this design. Sleeker and arguably prettier, the ID 90 feels like a missed opportunity.

Bugatti EB 112 Concept

Debut: 1993 Geneva Motor Show

Specifcations: 6.0-liter V12 (455 hp), AWD, carbon fiber chassis.

The EB 112 was Bugatti’s take on a four-door sedan, long before the Galibier 16C appeared in 2009. Giugiaro went retro again, drawing inspiration from Bugatti’s 1920s and 30s models, like the Atlantic. The styling? Let’s call it polarizing. But for its time, it was bold.

Bugatti EB112

Inside, luxury reigned: leather, walnut trim, and a few modern touches like a dash-mounted video screen. Its V12 engine sat near the front axle, improving handling. Romano Artioli, Bugatti’s then-president, famously said it handled “like a go-kart.”

Sadly, Bugatti’s financial troubles killed the EB 112 before it could reach production. Only one was fully built before bankruptcy. Two incomplete chassis were later finished by Monaco Racing Team. Of the three prototypes, one is red, one black, and one is dark blue. Today, these are among the rarest Bugattis ever.

Bugatti EB 118 Concept

Introduction: 1998 Paris Motor Show

Specifications: W18 engine (yes, 18 cylinders!), 6.3 liters, 555 hp, AWD, 199 mph top speed.

The EB 118 made history with its W18 engine, the first of its kind in a passenger car. This beast had three rows of six-cylinder banks arranged in a “W” under the hood. Italdesign Giugiaro styled the coupe, giving it an art deco interior with minimal buttons and knobs.

Bugatti EB 218 Concept

Introduction: 1999 Geneva Motor Show

Specifications: Same W18 engine, AWD, 0–60 mph in 4.5 seconds, top speed capped at 155 mph.

A four-door sibling to the EB 118, the EB 218 was Bugatti’s idea of luxury. Bigger and roomier, it borrowed Lamborghini’s Diablo VT AWD system to handle its immense power.

Though Bugatti didn’t produce the EB 218, its influence lingers. The idea of a practical yet opulent Bugatti sedan remains compelling. Maybe one day, Bugatti will revisit the concept, giving the Tourbillon a worthy showroom companion.

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