1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet by Pinin Farina

Make

Alfa Romeo

Model

6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet by Pinin Farina

Year

1949

Listed price

$395,000

Location

Emeryville, CA

Transmission

4-speed manual

Mileage

412 miles

The Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 represents the pinnacle of pre- and post-war Italian luxury and performance, a final flourish before the marque shifted its focus to more mass-produced models. Introduced in 1938, the 6C 2500 continued the lineage of Vittorio Jano's masterful inline-six engines, renowned for their smoothness and sporting character. The "Super Sport" designation indicated the short-wheelbase chassis and a more potent triple-carburetor engine, making it a favored canvas for Italy's most prestigious coachbuilders. These were cars for the elite, embodying a blend of advanced engineering and bespoke artistry, with production numbers notoriously low, especially for custom-bodied examples. The post-war era saw a brief resurgence in bespoke coachwork, with designers like Pinin Farina creating some of their most elegant forms on these very chassis. This stunning 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet by Pinin Farina is a testament to that golden age. Representing the last of just three such special cabriolets bodied by Pinin Farina on the desirable short-wheelbase Super Sport chassis after the war, its rarity is matched only by its exquisite design. With a mere 412 miles indicated, this exceptional machine is powered by its original 2.5L inline 6-cylinder engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, offering an authentic driving experience that connects the driver directly to Alfa Romeo's rich heritage. Its pedigree is further solidified by its appearance at the prestigious 2020 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, a testament to its pristine condition and historical significance. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a piece of automotive haute couture, a rolling sculpture from one of history's most revered partnerships.