Studio Michelotti: all models built by the design studio

Introduce

Est. 1959

Studio Michelotti, established in 1959 when its founder, Giovanni Michelotti, secured a workshop in Via Levanna, Turin, marked a pivotal moment in automotive design. This strategic move enabled the creation of 1:1 scale bodies and maquettes, transforming conceptual sketches into tangible prototypes. Collaborations with renowned coachbuilders such as Vignale, Bertone, Allemano, and Ghia flourished, earning Michelotti acclaim from industry leaders. His innovative approach opened doors to significant partnerships with global automotive giants, solidifying Studio Michelotti's legacy as a trailblazer in the world of automotive design and shaping iconic vehicles for generations to come.

Designers

Giovanni Michelotti
Paul Bracq
Paul Hughes
Tateo Uchida

Inventory Total Listings (77)

Concept 1982

Michelotti CVT 58

Michelotti

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Concept 1981

Fiat Ritmo CVP

Michelotti

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One off 1981

Lola Ultimo

Michelotti

Mileage n/a

Limited 1980

Daihatsu Taft Michelotti

Michelotti

Mileage n/a

Concept 1978

Fiat 127 Every 4R City

Michelotti

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Concept 1978

Fiat 127 Every 4R Country

Michelotti

Mileage n/a

One off 1977

Ferrari 365 GTC/4 Felber Break

Michelotti

Mileage n/a

Limited 1976

Lancia Beta Felber FF

Michelotti

Mileage n/a

The Story Behind 04/07/2025

Giovanni Michelotti and BMW: The Italian Designer Who Saved a Bavarian Brand

Discover how Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti helped rescue BMW from bankruptcy in the 1950s and 60s with his stylish, innovative car designs—from the humble BMW 700 to the iconic Neue Klasse sedans—shaping the brand’s modern identity.

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The Story Behind 19/06/2025

From Turin to Tokyo: Italian Design in Japanese Cars

Discover how Italian designers like Michelotti and Giugiaro helped shape the look and feel of iconic Japanese cars. Explore the fascinating cross-cultural collaboration that brought Italian flair to Japanese engineering.

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News 15/04/2025

ASI and FIVA Honor Giorgetto & Fabrizio Giugiaro and Paolo Martin

Turin has long been a global epicenter of automotive design, a city where innovation and artistry have shaped the industry for over a century. From the early 1900s, beneath the iconic Mole Antonelliana, timeless vehicles have been crafted, making Turin...

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A Closer Look 12/06/2025

The Prince Skyline Sport: The first Japanese-Italian Automotive Collaboration

The Prince Skyline Sport stands as a pioneering symbol of international collaboration in the automotive world. Born out of a unique partnership between Prince Motor Company in Japan and the legendary Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti, this luxury sports car blended...

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A Closer Look 09/05/2025

The BMW M1: The Origin

The BMW M1 holds a unique place in automotive history. As the first production car from BMW’s Motorsport division, the M1 was intended to showcase the company's engineering prowess and racing pedigree. However, despite its striking looks, impressive performance, and...

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The Story Behind 12/03/2025

The Partnership Between Michelotti and Triumph

The history of Triumph in the 20th century is inseparable from the creative genius of Giovanni Michelotti, one of the most influential automotive designers of his time. Triumph, established as the sports division of Standard Triumph in the early 1950s,...

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Gallery 27/01/2025

Ranking The 20 Most Beautiful Cars Designed By Michelotti

Carrozzieri-Italiani.com proudly presents an exclusive showcase: "The Michelotti Masterpieces." Delve into the unparalleled beauty of automotive design with our gallery featuring the top 20 creations by the legendary Giovanni Michelotti.

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Designers 10/04/2025

Giovanni Michelotti: Automotive Maestro

In the intricate tapestry of automotive design, few names resonate as harmoniously as Giovanni Michelotti.

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The Story Behind 03/06/2025

The Italian Jaguars: Stylish Symphony of Elegance and Innovation

Italian coachbuilders, renowned for their craftsmanship and design prowess, have left an indelible mark on the automotive world. The marriage of British engineering excellence with Italian design flair has resulted in some of the most striking and unique Jaguars to...

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A Closer Look 28/01/2025

The Mystery of the Nardi Silver Ray finally solved?

The use of an American V8 engine in the Nardi Silver Ray marked a significant milestone for Italian sports cars,

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Events 10/04/2025

Giovanni Michelotti 29 Sept. 2023

Il primo evento organizzato da carrozzieri-italiani.com in collaborazione con il club 8Volanti Tazio Nuvolari vedrà ospite il figlio di Giovanni Michelotti

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A Closer Look 28/01/2025

The Michelotti O.S.C.A. which inspired the Fulvia Coupé

The O.S.C.A. 1500 GT designed by Michelotti's anticipated the design of the Lancia Fulvia coupé starting from the pagoda roof

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Body Styles 28/04/2025

La dolce vita: the Spiaggina beach cars

The birth of the Spiaggina (Spiaggia = Beach) takes place in the immediate post-war period at the initiative of some Italian coachbuilders which transformed small mass production cars in order to make them suitable for the needs of wealthy customers...

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Events 28/01/2025

Michelotti World: 1921-2021 Cento Anni di un designer senza confini

The MAUTO – Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile di Torino today inaugurates the exhibition “MICHELOTTI WORLD. 1921-2021 Cento Anni di un designer senza confini" ("One hundred years of a designer without borders”).

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A Closer Look 12/05/2025

Maserati 5000 GT

At the end of the 1957 sports season, the organizers of the World Sportscar Championship (FIA), also in the wake of the general consternation…

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A Closer Look 28/04/2025

The Alfa Romeo 412 Spider Vignale

The Alfa Romeo 412 Spider Vignale was a racing car built in 1939 with a Touring body then changed in 1951 by Vignale who…

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Michelotti

Introduce

Est. 1959

Designers

Inventory Total Listings (77)

Michelotti CVT 58

Fiat Ritmo CVP

Lola Ultimo

Daihatsu Taft Michelotti

Fiat 127 Every 4R City

Fiat 127 Every 4R Country

Ferrari 365 GTC/4 Felber Break

Lancia Beta Felber FF

Giovanni Michelotti and BMW: The Italian Designer Who Saved a Bavarian Brand

From Turin to Tokyo: Italian Design in Japanese Cars

ASI and FIVA Honor Giorgetto & Fabrizio Giugiaro and Paolo Martin

The Prince Skyline Sport: The first Japanese-Italian Automotive Collaboration

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