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Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8 Torpedo Castagna

For about ten years, this was perhaps the world’s most refined car, a rival of Rolls-Royce’s and Hispano-Suiza’s models as the status symbol chosen by the celebrities of the hour. Designed by Giustino Cattaneo, its trump card was its powerful straight-eight engine, a veritable engineering masterpiece. About 1600 model 8s were produced between 1919 and 1932 and tailored by leading coachbuildders. The one on display offers a splendid example of the torpedo body designed by Castagna of Milan.

Vehicle Overview

The Isotta Fraschini 8 Torpedo Castagna, crafted by the visionary Giustino Cattaneo, stands as an automotive marvel with its distinctive features and powerful straight-eight engine. Between 1919 and 1932, approximately 1600 model 8s rolled off the assembly line, each a testament to precision engineering and timeless design. What set this vehicle apart was its trump card—the formidable straight-eight engine, an engineering masterpiece that propelled the car into a league of its own. This particular model showcased at MAUTO encapsulates the elegance of the era, boasting a torpedo body meticulously designed by the renowned Carrozzeria Castagna of Milan. The collaboration between Isotta Fraschini and leading coachbuilders resulted in a synergy of craftsmanship and innovation. The Torpedo Castagna not only represented automotive excellence but also became a canvas for bespoke customization, showcasing the individuality and sophistication of its discerning owners. As a vintage masterpiece, this Isotta Fraschini 8 Torpedo Castagna remains a captivating symbol of automotive history, inviting enthusiasts to marvel at its enduring beauty and appreciate the craftsmanship that defined an era.

isotta fraschini tipo 8 torpedo castagna

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