C. Fiat/Alfa Romeo/Delage (Body only), 1935
Fiat 508
Fiat 508•
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Chassis No.: n/a
Registration: n/a
Offered without reserve
- Exact origin of this body is unknown
- On a Dolly for manoeuvrability
- Exact origin of this body is unknown
- On a Dolly for manoeuvrability
The car body in question is a fascinating relic of early European motoring, believed to have originated from either Delage, Fiat, or Alfa Romeo. Though its exact provenance remains uncertain, its styling cues and construction details strongly suggest a pre-war pedigree, most likely dating from the late 1920s to mid-1930s. The body is crafted over a traditional ash wood frame, with hand-formed panels carefully shaped and nailed into place. This method was typical of bespoke coachbuilt automobiles of the era, particularly those commissioned by affluent clients seeking individuality and prestige.
The sweeping front wings flow gracefully into elongated running boards, while the rear tapers gently in a manner reminiscent of sporting tourers produced in France and Italy during the golden age of motoring.
The long bonnet suggests accommodation for a substantial inline engine, possibly a straight-six or even a straight-eight—configurations commonly found in performance-oriented models from Delage and Alfa Romeo. Subtle louvers along the bonnet sides hint at the need for effective cooling, a detail consistent with the engineering ambitions of the period.
The radiator aperture, though now missing its original grille, appears slightly raked, giving the car a poised, forward-leaning stance often associated with sporting Fiats and Alfas of the early 1930s.While definitive identification will require further research—perhaps through chassis numbers or archival comparison—the body itself stands as a sculptural testament to the artistry and innovation that defined pre-war European automotive design. This is a truly magnificent design, and opportunities to start with a blank canvas such as this are rare. It comes on a dolly for manoeuvrability. There is no paperwork and this body is sold on a bill of sale; this one just needs a little work.
Consigned by Stewart Banks
