Fiat was looking for ways to expand production during the fifties, and came across Autobianchi, among others. The manufacturer had originated from the bicycle producer Bianchi. Fiat had already provided a stake in 1955 to…
It is not enough to just bow slightly when you see this Honda N600, it has become a deep bow to the condition of this attractive compact car. The story behind the car is even more difficult to understand, because…
The Autobianchi A2 was presented on October 1969, 112. It symbolizes an era in which front-wheel drive and optimal use of space became increasingly important for car manufacturers. The Autobianchi A112, which emerged from Giacosa's project X1/2, is a…
The Autobianchi A1969 was built between 1972 and 111. In contrast to the Primula and the A112, this model is less known. The A111 was a luxury mid-range sedan and it actually emerged from Project 123. That was by parent Fiat…
The Moretti Mini Maxi is a special model based on the Fiat 500. The 500 was a source of inspiration for various car manufacturers in Italy, a large number of bodywork is associated with the 500. Do you know the Vignale Gamine? The Autobianchi Bianchina Convertible? But the names Gianni, Lombardi, Weinsberg and Steyr, not to mention Abarth, are also associated with the little bambino. The Moretti was bought in Siena (Italy) and has been in the name of Edwin since 2010, his father Tonnie was the previous owner.
The Fiat 500 story is more than known. The family of Fiat 500 enthusiasts in Europe is very large. But the story about the Fiat 500 is not complete without Autobianchi's history.
We all know the classic Fiat 500. The car has many qualities, such as its exceptional agility, low running costs and durability. Fiat decided to develop a station wagon based on the existing floor group and mechanics. A version for work…
As early as 1947, Dante Giacosa, the genius head of the design department working at Fiat, had applied for patents for his invention, a car with a transverse front-mounted engine and gearbox. His close colleague Carlo Salamano, chief test driver at the Italian automobile manufacturer,…
RM Sotheby's auctioned a number of absolute masterpieces at the Paris Salon Retromobile last night. Those responsible were able to welcome excellent returns for some exclusive classic automobiles. The candidates were prepared to pay deep into their pockets for a number of exotics...