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The 1910s: Aeronautics Ugo Zagato was born in Gavello, near Rovigo, on June 25, 1890. He began his coachbuilding career in 1919 when he…
The Bristol 412 Convertibile designed by Zagato Milano.
The Bristol 412 Convertibile by Zagato: Bristol introduced the completely-new Type 412 saloon in 1975. Designed as a 2-door convertible, this new model featured a Carrozzeria Zagato-designed bodywork with customized front grille and a removable “Targa”-style roof similar to the Lancia Beta Spider. This model was fitted with a Chrysler 6.5L V8 unit and a Torqueflite automatic gearbox. Type 412′s first update – the Series 2 – featured a redesigned radiator badge, new bumper, improved interior and a brand new Chrysler 5.9L V8 engine. The Bristol 412 Convertibile was also available on the North American market and lacked the removable hard top while featuring revised headlamps and a catalytic exhaust system. This model was also known as the 412 USA.
The 1910s: Aeronautics Ugo Zagato was born in Gavello, near Rovigo, on June 25, 1890. He began his coachbuilding career in 1919 when he…
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