Lancia Aurelia B50 Boneschi Easy

Vehicle Overview

The Lancia Aurelia B50 Easy, showcased at the 1952 Turin Auto Salon, is a stunning and unique creation by the Milanese coachbuilder Carrozzeria Boneschi. This one-off model stands out not only for its rarity but also for the distinctive design approach that Boneschi employed. Unlike the more modern, avant-garde styles favored by Turin-based coachbuilders, the B50 Boneschi Easy embraced a more neoclassical aesthetic, setting it apart from its contemporaries. The car’s two-tone paint job, coupled with large white-wall tires, gives it a striking presence, emphasizing the elegance and sophistication that characterized mid-century luxury automobiles. The clean lines and carefully proportioned bodywork showcase Boneschi’s attention to detail, with a design that blends traditional styling cues with the cutting-edge engineering of the Lancia Aurelia platform. This unique car embodies a departure from the streamlined, futuristic shapes seen in many Italian cars of the era. Instead, it evokes a sense of timelessness and class, harking back to earlier, more classical designs, yet maintaining a sense of refinement and modernity that was a hallmark of the Italian postwar automotive industry. The Lancia Aurelia B50 Boneschi Easy is a testament to the diverse range of creative expressions that emerged in Italy during the 1950s, where coachbuilders like Boneschi, who were less constrained by established norms, could push the boundaries of design and craftsmanship. Its singular appearance continues to be an important piece in the history of Italian coachbuilding, illustrating the regional differences in stylistic approach during the golden age of bespoke automobiles.