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 a pinnacle of pre- and post-war Italian automotive artistry, a luxurious and sporting grand tourer that captivated an exclusive clientele. Introduced in 1938, the 6C 2500 was the final evolution of Alfa Romeo's illustrious 6C line, renowned for its sophisticated Vittorio Jano-designed inline-six engine and advanced chassis. Post-war production, though limited, saw some of the most elegant coachbuilt bodies, as Italy's master *carrozzerie* like Pininfarina, Touring, and Stabilimenti Farina continued to clothe these magnificent chassis in bespoke designs. The Super Sport (SS) variant, with its shorter wheelbase and more powerful engine, was the most performance-oriented, a direct descendant of Alfa Romeo's racing pedigree, even as it embraced opulent luxury. This 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet stands as a breathtaking example of that post-war elegance and exclusivity, featuring a stunning body by Pinin Farina. It is understood to be the last of just three special cabriolets bodied by Pinin Farina on the coveted short-wheelbase Super Sport chassis after the war, making it an exceptionally rare and significant automobile. Powered by its numbers-matching 2.5L inline 6-cylinder engine mated to a 4-speed manual transmission, this magnificent machine has traveled a mere 412 miles since its comprehensive restoration. Its exceptional quality was recognized with an acceptance to the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in 2020, though its major concours debut still awaits, promising a thrilling opportunity for its next custodian to showcase its splendor. This is a chance to acquire a unique piece of automotive history, a grand touring Alfa Romeo with unparalleled beauty and provenance.