1953 Siata Berlina Prototype

Unique in its own right, the SIATA Berlina Prototype epitomizes luxury touring as done by the best Italian style makers of the early 1950s. This Bertone-bodied Prototype was completed in October 1952 and shown that fall at the Paris Auto Show.

SIATA built approximately 50 cars in the early 1950s powered by FIAT's 2-litre, 8-V motor. The vehicle is equipped with a 4-speed transmission and has independent suspension front and rear. The Berlina is built on a lengthened (8 inch) SIATA coupe chassis allowing adequate room for 4 adults and their luggage.

The vehicle was resold in 1955, driven for 3-4 years, and then sat in storage for 30 years. During this storage, the vehicle suffered severe water damage when a snowstorm collapsed the roof of the storage warehouse.

This SIATA Berlina has now undergone a total restoration, returning the car to original in all respects. You are seeing the vehicle as it was shown in 1952-1953, original colors, et al. One very unusual aspect of the vehicle is its tires and wheels. These are the original un-restored 50+-year-old tires and wheels.