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1928 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8AS Royal Cabriolet

Coachwork by Figoni & Falaschi
Chassis No.: 1028
Year: 1928

Overview

A masterpiece of Italian engineering and French elegance, this 1928 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8AS Royal Cabrioletrepresents the peak of interwar automotive luxury. Featuring magnificent coachwork by Figoni & Falaschi, this car is not only a rare survivor from a glamorous era but also carries exceptional provenance — originally belonging to the family of King Farouk of Egypt.

This car is one of the most historically celebrated Isottas in existence. So much so, it was selected for the cover of the book "Isotta Fraschini" by renowned marque historian Angelo Tito Anselmi, who described it as “the most famous Isotta in modern history.”

Vehicle Details

Make: Isotta Fraschini
Model: Tipo 8AS
Year: 1928
Chassis Number: 1028
Engine: 7.4L Straight-8
Body Style: Royal Cabriolet
Coachbuilder: Figoni & Falaschi
Transmission: 3-speed manual
Condition: Restored, show-quality
Color Scheme: [Insert if known]
Ownership History: King Farouk family (1930s), later collector-owned

Historical Significance

Founded in 1900 by Cesare Isotta and Oreste Fraschini, Isotta Fraschini quickly gained international acclaim for its powerful and luxurious vehicles. By the 1920s, the marque stood alongside Rolls-Royce and Hispano-Suiza as a status symbol of wealth, success, and refined taste.

The Tipo 8AS model was the pinnacle of the company’s pre-war production: elegant, mechanically advanced, and custom-bodied by the most prestigious coachbuilders of the era. The 8AS was powered by a robust 7.4L overhead-valve straight-eight engine, originally derived from aircraft design principles — reflecting Isotta’s dual focus on automotive and aero engineering.

The car's sporting pedigree was reinforced by Isotta’s victories in legendary events like the Targa Florio and the Vanderbilt Cup, and its technological prowess earned it contracts with the Italian government to supply engines for Savoia-Marchetti seaplanes.

Coachwork by Figoni & Falaschi

This Royal Cabriolet is clothed by one of the most revered names in coachbuilding history — Figoni & Falaschi of Boulogne-sur-Seine, France. Known for their revolutionary curves and Art Deco styling, their work on this 8AS reflects the transitional design sensibility of the late 1920s: dramatic yet regal, luxurious yet purposeful.

Only a handful of Isottas received Figoni & Falaschi bodies, making this an ultra-rare example of early French automotive haute couture.

Provenance & Cultural Recognition

Originally delivered to the royal family of King Farouk of Egypt
Later featured prominently by Angelo Tito Anselmi on the cover of his definitive book on the marque
Recognized globally as one of the most historically important Isottas ever built

Highlights

✔ Exceedingly rare Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8AS with Figoni & Falaschi coachwork
✔ Royal provenance — originally owned by the family of King Farouk
✔ Featured on the cover of Angelo Tito Anselmi’s book "Isotta Fraschini"
✔ Powerful 7.4L straight-eight engine with aircraft-inspired engineering
✔ Eligible for concours d'elegance, exclusive rallies, and top-tier collections
✔ A true landmark in both Italian automotive engineering and French design history

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