1935 Lancia Asutra Cabriolet

Vincenzo Lancia founded his own company in 1906, having previously been the chief test driver for Fiat. The first Lancia was introduced in 1907, and the first V8-engined Lancia, the Trikappa sportscar, appeared in 1922. Two new models were introduced in 1931, the V8 Astura and the V4-engined Artena. These were the first Lancias to be named after Italian locations rather than the Greek alphabet, a move in keeping with the nationalistic spirit of the age. one of Lancia's most important models, Astura Series IV, featured a longer unitary chassis that was perfect for some of the finest coachwork of the period.

This Series IV Astura is one of the few roadsters built by Pinin Farina. The car was originally commissioned by Ms. Fredy Blaettler, and it won its class at the 1935 Turin Concours d'Elegance. The stylish chrome accents were designed by the Italian sportsman, artist, and designer Count Mario Revelli di Beaumont. The car belonged to the Rosso Bianco collection for many years before the current owner acquired it in 2011, and it has just been restored back to its original two-seater configuration.