1954 Fiat 8V Supersonic Coupe

The Fiat 8V chassis was built between 1952 and 1954 and is one of the marque's most legendary motor cars. Ghia built 14 extravagant 'Supersonics' penned by Giovanni Savonuzzi. Building upon his aeronautical background the streamlined body became a classic example of the 'Jet-age' styling. This car was first sold in the US to Lou Fageol, a flamboyant businessman and hydroplane racer. He added his own American style chrome bumpers and entered this car in the 1955 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance where it won first in class. Fageol sold the car in 1959 and equipped with a Chevy engine, it was used as a daily commuter for years until the car was put away for nearly 2 decades, partially dismantled and in need of a total restoration. Its current owner discovered the car in need to a total restoration. Its current owner discovered the car in 2012 and began a restoration that has just been completed.