Fiat - 1400 B President "Francis Lombardi" - NO RESERVE - 1955
IN HIGHLIGHT
- Very rare 8-seater custom-built version "Francis Lombardi"
- One of the few dozens built
- Original engine
- Retains its original iron plates
HISTORY/OVERVIEW
The Fiat 1400, later also produced in the "1900" version, is a car built by FIAT between 1950 and 1958. It was the first FIAT car to adopt the load-bearing body rather than the traditional frame structure. In 1954 at the Turin Motor Show the custom-built "Francis Lombardi" version was proposed, called "Presidential" with an extended wheelbase, an 8-seater limousine.
EXTERNAL
the bodywork requires restoration but is substantially complete with all parts, which are very rare
The underbody and chassis need to be restored
INTERNAL
The interiors are complete, original but in need of restoration
MECHANICS
Mechanically the car has the original engine but requires restoration. It's not blocked.
Very rare car, produced in very few examples (estimated 5-10) and only for ministerial positions or intended for prestigious customers. Coming from a famous private collection.
DOCUMENTATION
Sales invoice
ACI PRA chronological extract
Certificate of origin (on request)
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Some videos of the car, engine and driving may be available, ask Catawiki
A high resolution gallery, an integral part of the description, may also be available on the seller's website.
The seller takes care of the remote transfer of ownership or documents for export. Shipping assistance in Italy, Europe and the world at advantageous prices. You can also conveniently pick up the car in person, including 15 days free at the seller's depot.
We encourage you to view the vehicle before the end of the auction, even through a virtual video call on your smartphone (whatsapp, Facetime) write to Catawiki for an appointment. The seller reserves the right to request compensation if the buyer does not pay for the purchase pursuant to the sales contract which arises automatically with the winning bid and which obliges the buyer to pay, available on the seller's website.
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IN HIGHLIGHT
- Very rare 8-seater custom-built version "Francis Lombardi"
- One of the few dozens built
- Original engine
- Retains its original iron plates
HISTORY/OVERVIEW
The Fiat 1400, later also produced in the "1900" version, is a car built by FIAT between 1950 and 1958. It was the first FIAT car to adopt the load-bearing body rather than the traditional frame structure. In 1954 at the Turin Motor Show the custom-built "Francis Lombardi" version was proposed, called "Presidential" with an extended wheelbase, an 8-seater limousine.
EXTERNAL
the bodywork requires restoration but is substantially complete with all parts, which are very rare
The underbody and chassis need to be restored
INTERNAL
The interiors are complete, original but in need of restoration
MECHANICS
Mechanically the car has the original engine but requires restoration. It's not blocked.
Very rare car, produced in very few examples (estimated 5-10) and only for ministerial positions or intended for prestigious customers. Coming from a famous private collection.
DOCUMENTATION
Sales invoice
ACI PRA chronological extract
Certificate of origin (on request)
----
Some videos of the car, engine and driving may be available, ask Catawiki
A high resolution gallery, an integral part of the description, may also be available on the seller's website.
The seller takes care of the remote transfer of ownership or documents for export. Shipping assistance in Italy, Europe and the world at advantageous prices. You can also conveniently pick up the car in person, including 15 days free at the seller's depot.
We encourage you to view the vehicle before the end of the auction, even through a virtual video call on your smartphone (whatsapp, Facetime) write to Catawiki for an appointment. The seller reserves the right to request compensation if the buyer does not pay for the purchase pursuant to the sales contract which arises automatically with the winning bid and which obliges the buyer to pay, available on the seller's website.
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