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2001 AUTOS Heft Seite Als Titel, Fahrbericht
2001 AUTOS Heft Seite Als Titel, Fahrbericht (FB), Youngtimer (YT) oder Res-taurierung gekennzeichnete Beiträge sind mehrsei- tige Artikel. Nicht entsprechend gekennzeichnete Beiträge sind kleinere Erwähnungen in Text und/oder Bild. Alfa Duetto Spider 11 24 Alfa Romeo 1600 Spider Fastback 1 67 Alfa Spider Fastback 7 35 Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (Titel, KB) 7 10 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider Veloce 8 44 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 9 128 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV 4 4 21 Alfa Romeo 1900 C52 Disco Volante2001 (FB) 12 142 Alfa Romeo 1900 Zagato 6 130 Alvis Windovers 6 61 Amilcar CS Biplace Sport 10 32 Arnolt Bristol 6 131 Aston Martin DB6 12 78 Aston Martin DB 2/4 7 62 Aston Martin DB4 Bertone Jet 9 49 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (FB, KB) 3 44 Aston Martin Jet 6 128 Audi Coupé GT 5S 1 55 Audi Quattro 2 130 Autobianchi A 112 Abarth 58 HP (YT, KB) 4 54 Austin-Healey Sport 12 36 Austin-Healey 3000 MK III 7 37 Benz Dreirad Replika (FB) 12 68 BMW M3 2 31 BMW 315/1 Roadster (Restaurierung) 5 126 BMW 2002 Baur-Cabrio (Restaurierung) 7 122 BMW 3.0 S 9 67 BMW 502 V8 Baur Cabriolet 9 132 BMW 2002 turbo (Titel, KB) 12 10 BMW 2002 tii L 4 21 BMW Karo As 8 26 Bitter CD (YT, KB) 2001 2 58 Borgward Arabella (KB) 9 39 Borgward Hansa 2400 Pullmann 10 34 Borgward Isabella (KB) 9 40 Borgward P 100 (KB) 9 41 Bristol Doppeldeckerbus 6 50 Cadillac V16 2 44 Champion 400 (FB, KB) 5 46 Chevrolet Corvette 11 23 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 7 37 Chevrolet Corvette 283 Ramjet (FB, KB) 10 20/67 Chrysler Imperial C 10 Airflower (FB) 4 46 Citroën SM (FB, KB) 6 42 Citroën Visa Plein Air (YT, KB) 8 56 -
Preserving the Automobile: an Auction at the Simeone
PRESERVING THE AUTOMOBILE: AN AUCTION AT THE SIMEONE FOUNDATION AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Monday October 5, 2015 The Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania PRESERVING THE AUTOMOBILE: AN AUCTION AT THE SIMEONE FOUNDATION AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Monday October 5, 2015 Automobilia 11am Motorcars 2pm Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania PREVIEW & AUCTION LOCATION INQUIRIES BIDS Simeone Foundation Automotive Eric Minoff +1 (212) 644 9001 Museum +1 (917) 206 1630 +1 (212) 644 9009 fax 6825-31 Norwitch Drive [email protected] Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19153 From October 2-7, to reach us Rupert Banner directly at the Simeone Foundation PREVIEW +1 (917) 340 9652 Automotive Museum: Saturday October 3, 10am to 5pm [email protected] +1 (415) 391 4000 Sunday October 4, 10am to 5pm +1 (415) 391 4040 fax Monday October 5, Motorcars only Evan Ide from 9am to 2pm +1 (917) 340 4657 Automated Results Service [email protected] +1 (800) 223 2854 AUCTION TIMES Monday October 5 Jakob Greisen Online bidding will be available for Automobilia 11am +1 (415) 480 9028 this auction. For further information Motorcars 2pm [email protected] please visit: www.bonhams.com/simeone Mark Osborne +1 (415) 503 3353 SALE NUMBER: 22793 [email protected] Lots 1 - 276 General Information and Please see pages 2 to 7 for Automobilia Inquiries bidder information including Samantha Hamill Conditions of Sale, after-sale +1 (212) 461 6514 collection and shipment. +1 (917) 206 1669 fax [email protected] ILLUSTRATIONS Front cover: Lot 265 Vehicle Documents First session page: Lot 8 Veronica Duque Second session page: Lot 254 +1 (415) 503 3322 Back cover: Lots 257, 273, 281 [email protected] and 260 © 2015, Bonhams & Butterfields Auctioneers Corp.; All rights reserved. -
New Product Ranges from Ebc Brakes Racing for 2021
NEW PRODUCT RANGES FROM EBC BRAKES RACING FOR 2021 Contact Steve for detailed catalog and pricing: [email protected] Unparalleled Braking Performance Introduction to EBC Brakes Racing The EBC Brakes Racing sub-division was formed in 2015 as EBC’s response to the growing trackday and race market. Over the past 35 years, EBC Brakes has become a world leader in the performance road and intermediate trackday market, establishing itself as the go-to brand for car enthusiasts all around the world looking to upgrade their vehicle’s brakes with quality UK made parts at justified prices. The mission statement when establishing the EBC Racing division was a simple one; to combine a no-compromise approach with over 35 years experience in brake science to engineer braking products of the finest quality, that offer unparalleled levels of performance. With modern vehicles becoming increasingly heavy, coupled with ever higher power outputs, the demand placed on the brake system is higher than ever, particularly during on-track driving. Many stock brake systems are simply inadequate for high-performance driving and track use, especially in cases where the vehicle has been tuned. EBC Racing’s product line-up consists of several options that cater for fast road cars right up to full race applications, from our highest ever performing pad compounds RP-1 and RP-X through to our technology-rich EBC Apollo Big Brake Kits, we have precisely engineered and rigorously tested our products to ensure they meet our exacting standards and can reliably withstand the stresses encountered during the most extreme driving. -
Di Seguito, Per Ogni Autovettura Elencata, Si Trovano Indicati, Nel
Elenco Vetture Di seguito, per ogni autovettura elencata, si trovano indicati, nel caso di "Ruoteclassiche" i numeri, nel caso de "La Manovella", il Numero/Anno delle riviste nelle quali si trovano fotografie e/o servizi corrispondenti. Se il numero è preceduto dalla lettera "A", il riferimento è relativo alla rivista "Auto d'Epoca". Legenda: S = Servizio; F = Fotografia (Esempio: 120 S = Servizio dell'auto corrispondente sul numero corrispondennte di "Ruoteclassiche". 2/88 F = Fotografia dell'auto corrispondente sul numero 2 dell'anno 1988 della rivista "La Manovella". ABARTH - SERVIZIO 111 S 135 S ABARTH - STORIA 9/98 S ABARTH 1000 BERLINA CORSA 164 S ABARTH 1000 BIALBERO 13 S ABARTH 1000 BIALBERO COUPE 164 S ABARTH 2000 131 S 9/98 S ABARTH 2000 SPORT SPIDER TUBOLARE 118 S 9/98 S ABARTH 207 A BOANO 7/01 S ABARTH 2400 COUPE 127 S ABARTH 750 ZAGATO 120 S ABARTH 850 S COUPE SCORPIONE 136 S ABARTH 850 TC 164 S ABARTH DB 750 120 S ABARTH OT 1300 COUPE LUFTHANSA 6/00 S ABARTH SIMCA 2000 9/98 S AC - STORIA 6 S AC ACE 6 S AC BRISTOL ACE 6 S AC COBBRA REPLICA HAWK 160 S AC COBRA 289 MK II 2/89 S ACMA VESPA 400 88 S ADLER TRUMPF JUNIOR 6 S AERO 30 SPORT ROADSTER 161 S AHARTH 595 164 S ALA D'ORO 6/01 S ALCA VOLPE 8 S Pagina 1 di 44 Elenco Vetture ALFA MASERATI PRETE 155 S ALFA R. - MUSEO ARESE 8 S 9 S ALFA R. - STORIA 7 S 109 S ALFA R. -
C/D TEST RESULTS Windows, Seats, and Locks; A/C; Cruise Control; Tilting Steering ACCELERATION Seconds Wheel INTERIOR Zero to 30 Mph
ensuring that the Mangusta is more safe than fun. The car’s 0.80-g performance on the skidpad and 197-foot stopping distance QVALE MANGUSTA Vehicle type: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2+2-pas- Curb weight . .3646 lb senger, 2-door convertible Weight distribution, F/R . .52.2/47.8% Fuel capacity . .15.7 gal Price as tested: $86,510 Oil capacity . .6.0 qt Water capacity . .14.7 qt Price and option breakdown: base Qvale Mangusta (includes $2200 luxury tax), $84,200; 18-inch alloy CHASSIS/BODY wheels and tires, $2200; luxury tax on option, $110 Type . .unit construction of welded-steel flat panels and tubes Major standard accessories: power steering, Body material . .fiberglass-reinforced plastic C/D TEST RESULTS windows, seats, and locks; A/C; cruise control; tilting steering ACCELERATION Seconds wheel INTERIOR Zero to 30 mph . .2.3 Estimated SAE volume, front seat . .61 cu ft 40 mph . .3.1 Sound system: Nakamichi MB-75 AM/FM-stereo radio/ rear seat . .16 cu ft 50 mph . .4.2 CD changer, 6 speakers luggage space . .5 cu ft 60 mph . .5.5 Front seats . .bucket 70 mph . .7.0 ENGINE Seat adjustments . .fore and aft, seatback angle, 80 mph . .9.1 Type . .V-8, aluminum block and heads height, lumbar support, 90 mph . .11.4 Bore x stroke . .3.55 x 3.54 in, 90.2 x 90.0mm Restraint systems, front . .manual 3-point belts, driver and 100 mph . .14.2 Displacement . .281 cu in, 4601cc passenger airbags 110 mph . .17.7 Compression ratio . 9.9:1 rear . -
N° Cat. Anno Carrozz Marca Canzoni Abbinate In
N° CAT. ANNO CLASSIFICA CARROZZ MARCA MODELLO CANZONI ABBINATE IN PASSARELLA AUTORE 1 VINTAGE 1925 CASARO LANCIA LAMBDA V SERIE SPIDER A MEDIA LUZ CARLOS GARDEL 2 VINTAGE 1927 TROFEO CITTA' DI BARDOLINO ( votata dal pubblico ) CESARE SALA ISOTTA FRASCHINI TIPO 8 A LIMOUSINE MALAGUENA ERNESTO LEQUONA più TROFEO MODA SENZA TEMPO ( abbigliamento) CESARE SALA ISOTTA FRASCHINI TIPO 8 A LIMOUSINE 3 VINTAGE 1931 1° VINTAGE CABRIOLET ZAGATO ALFA ROMEO 6 C 1750 GRAN SPORT ALL OF ME LOUIS ARMSTRONG 4 VINTAGE 1934 GHIA FIAT BALILLA 508 S SPORT M.M. BLUE MOON GLEN MILLER 5 VINTAGE 1939 1° VINTAGE COUPE' PININFARINA LANCIA ASTURA COUPE' IV serie OVER THE RAINBOW JUDY GARLAND 6 VINTAGE 1939 RICCOBONO FIAT 508 C MILLE LIRE AL MESE DUO FASANO 7 VINTAGE 1940 PININFARINA LANCIA APRILIA CABRIOLET IN THE MOOD GLEN MILLER 8 CLASSIC 1949 TROFEO LUCIANO NICOLIS PININFARINA MASERATI A6 G 1500 HARLEM NOTTURNO ANGELINI 9 CLASSIC 1950 PININFARINA LANCIA AURELIA B 50 CABRIOLET CHITARRA ROMANA CLAUDIO VILLA 10 CLASSIC 1955 TOURING ALFA ROMEO 1900 C SS THAT'S AMORE DEAN MARTIN 11 CLASSIC 1955 1° CLASSIC CABRIOLET SCAGLIETTI FERRARI 857 ARRIVEDERCI ROMA RENATO RASCEL 12 CLASSIC 1956 BOANO ALFA ROMEO 1900 PRIMAVERA SMILE NAT KING COLE 12 b CLASSIC 1956 1° CLASSIC COUPE' PININFARINA LANCIA FLORIDA UN UOMO IN FRAC DOMENICO MODUGNO 13 CLASSIC 1957 TROFEO ELEGANZA SUL LAGO ( abbigliamento ) PININFARINA LANCIA AURELIA B 24 CONVERTIBILE ONLY YOU THE PLATTERS 14 CLASSIC 1960 VIGNALE LANCIA APPIA CONVERTIBILE APACHES THE SADOWS 15 CLASSIC 1960 TROFEO LINEE DA SOGNO TOURING MASERATI 3500 GT OH CAROL NEIL SEDAKA più TROFEO BENACO AUTO CLASSICHE ( abbigliam.) TOURING MASERATI 3500 GT 16 POST CLASSIC 1961 1° POST CLASSIC CABRIOLET PININFARINA ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA SPIDER 1.3 24 MILA BACI CELENTANO 17 POST CLASSIC 1961 FISSORE OSCA 1600 GT LET'S TWIST AGAIN CHECKER 18 POST CLASSIC 1962 1° POST CLASSIC COUPE' TOURING ASTON MARTIN DB 4 V SERIE VANTAGE GOLDFINGER SHIRLEY BASSEY 19 POST CLASSIC 1962 MICHELOTTI SIATA 1300 TS COUPE' QUANDO QUANDO QUANDO TONY RENIS 20 POST CLASSIC 1963 TROFEO V.C.C. -
Brochure Scaricabile
BLUE ENGINEERING CARROZZERIA TOURING SUPERLEGGERA CECOMP CSI FIORAVANTI FOCACCIA GROUP AUTOMOTIVE N.E.A. - NEW ENGINEERING FOR AUTOMOTIVE NEWCOCAR - DIVISIONE MOBITECNCO PININFARINA SALT TESCO GO UMBERTO PALERMO DESIGN ZAGATO UNA STORIA INTERNAZIONALE Nata a Torino nel 1912, ANFIA - Associazione Nazionale Filiera Industria Automobilistica, svolge da oltre 100 anni la funzione di Trade Association, come portavoce delle aziende italiane che operano ai massimi livelli nei settori della costruzione, trasformazione ed equipaggiamento degli autoveicoli per il trasporto individuale e collettivo di persone e di merci. ANFIA è tra le maggiori Associazioni di categoria che aderiscono a CONFINDUSTRIA e rappresenta il punto di riferi- mento relazionale e strategico tra la filiera automotive e il contesto politico-istituzionale, italiano e internazionale. L’Associazione è strutturata in 3 Gruppi merceologici, ciascuno coordinato da un Presidente. Componenti: comprende i produttori di parti e componenti di autoveicoli; Carrozzieri e Progettisti: comprende le aziende operanti nel settore della progettazione, ingegnerizzazione, stile e design di autoveicoli e/o parti e componenti destinati al settore autoveicolistico; Costruttori: comprende i produttori di autoveicoli in genere - inclusi camion, rimorchi, camper, mezzi speciali e/o dedicati a specifici utilizzi - ovvero allestimenti ed attrezzature specifiche montati su autoveicoli. VISION Creare valore per il mondo automotive MISSION Una realtà capace di rappresentare e offrire servizi alle aziende della filiera automotive per sostenerne e rafforzarne la competitività, la crescita sui mercati esteri e l’integrazione nei sistemi di mobilità attraverso relazioni con le isti- tuzioni nazionali e internazionali, attività di networking, di partecipazione a comitati tecnico-normativi, di studio e analisi del settore, di formazione e consulenza. -
Auction Results Monaco
Auction Results Monaco Lot Year - Make / Model Chassis # Price Sold 105 1957 Fiat 500 N 'Vetri Fissi' 110 012863 $42,382.34 Sold 106 1952 Vespa 125 'Faro Basso' V33T 243474 $16,099.79 Sold 107 1969 Fiat 500 Mare 2078296 $69,352.92 Sold 108 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina Transformabile Series II 023649 $30,823.52 Sold 109 1999 Qvale Mangusta ZF498M00000010001 $40,070.58 Sold 110 2004 Aston Martin DB7 Zagato SCFAE22383K700061 $323,646.96 Sold 111 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 2+2 Series II 3777 GT $423,823.40 Sold 112 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 00867S105903 $184,941.12 Sold 113 1982 Renault RE30B Formula One F1 B7 $315,941.08 Sold 114 1953 Chrysler Ghia Special Coupé 7231533 $462,352.80 Sold 115 1955 Lancia D50A Formula One Recreation D50A-0007R $1,117,352.60 Sold 116 1970 Fiat Abarth 695 SS 110F 2448770 $69,352.92 Sold 117 1972 Fiat Giannini 650 NP 5086902 $46,235.28 Sold 118 1936 SS 100 Jaguar 2½-Litre Roadster 18031 $400,705.76 Sold 119 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta 16991 $732,058.60 Sold 120 1959 BMW 502 3.2 Sport Cabriolet 59085 $316,491.50 121 1967 Lamborghini 400 GT Spyder Conversion 01267 $412,264.58 Sold 122 1971 Lola T260 Can-Am Spyder T260-HU2 $308,235.20 Sold 123 1993 Bugatti EB110 GT ZA9AB01E0PCD39031 $385,294.00 Sold 124 2011 Ferrari 458 Challenge ZFF1NXX000 178992 $231,176.40 Sold 125 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Spider ZAR92000000050053 $277,411.68 Sold 126 2006 Ferrari 575 Superamerica ZFFGT61B000146647 $300,529.32 Sold 127 2012 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta ZFF72RDB000186277 $955,529.12 Sold 128 2012 Ferrari 599 GTO ZFF70RDB000186276 $493,176.32 -
Gazzetta Ufficiale Del Regno D'italia N. 192 Del 18 Agosto 1928
SUPPLEMENTO ordinario alla GAZZETTA UFFICIALE DEL REGNO D'ITALIA n. 192 del 18 agosto 1928 - Anno VI. I Folli rag. Attilio Raffaele, residente a Milano. ORDINI CAVALLERESCHI Bisagno Italo fu Giuseppe, da Torino. Tiezzi Francesco, notaio in Firenze. D'Ormea prof. dott. Antonio, direttore del Manicomio San Nicolo di Siena. ORDINE DELLA CORONA D'ITALIA Giacalone avv. Vincenzo, commissario prefettizio di Marsala. Sua Maësta si cömplacque nominare nell'.Ordine della Co· Con decreti 10 gennaio 1926. rona d'Italia: a gran cordone: Ji Suo Motu proprio: Carosio gr. uff. ing. Giovanni, presidente Soc. Italiana dei cavi telegrafici sottomarini, Con decreti 2 gennaio 1926. a grand'uffiziale: a grand'uffiziale: Beccaria comm. Monsig. Giuseppe, cappellano maggiore di S. M, Giacomini comm. rag. Antonio, direttore della Banca d'Italia a 11 Re. Milano. a commendatore: Rosso comm. dott. Francesco, vice prefetto. Marena comm. comandante del Porto di prof. Francesco, Genova, Andreis cav. uff. avv. Luigi, procuratore generale d'Appello in To• Grossi cav. Camillo, colonnello degli alpini in S. M. rino. Elliotti comm. avv. giuriconsulto del comune di Roma. Ignazio. COÌ0mbo cav. uff. Ambrogio, commerciante in Milano. Bellini avv. senatore del Giuseppe, Regno. Lorigo prof. Nicola, chirurgo nell'Ospedale del Pellegrini in Na• 'Agnetti comm, Alberto, id. id. poli. Agnello Ferdinando, direttore Banca di America e Italia, sede di a commendatorer Palermo. Ubaldo fu residente a Sigillo. Crespi dott. Emilio, industriale in Capriate d'Adda. Fantozzi cav. uff. Pasquale, Casellati cav. Antonio di Adria, residente a Venezia. Oliveri cav. Vincenzo, presidente Soc. Promotrice di Belle Arti fri Lugiato cav. prof. dott. Luigi, medico chirurgo in Bergamo. -
MG Car Club, the Leading Group for MGV8 Enthusiasts
MG SV - News item in MG World (August/September 2001 issue) markets in which we are not currently represented. In particular the USA, the World's largest sports-car market, where we can now seriously evaluate the full potential for the MG brand." Bruce Qvale, president of Qvale Automotive group said: "MG Rover showed an interest in our Mangusta project in Modena, and we have since agreed a very good deal for both sides. The power of the MG brand now takes the project forward on a global basis." Qvale Mangusta The Qvale Mangusta is the most recent chapter in a long career for the Qvale family. The business, which was founded by Kjell Qvale in 1947, has grown over the years to encompass both car sales (including, incidentally, the US's first west-coast MG dealership) and manufacture. The Mangusta styled by Marcello Gandini (designer of the Lamborghini Countach and Diablo), began as a joint project between the Qvale family and DeTomaso Modena S.p.A in March 1998 to build a new sports car using the Ford Mustang's 4.6-litre V8 engine, echoing the DeTomaso Mangusta of the 1960's. Both the Qvale family and Alessandro DeTomaso, father of the DeTomaso marque, had second thoughts about this arrangement, though, and so a divorce MG X80 now an incredible 965bhp MG SV was arranged in March 2000. The project continued under the Qvale name and the MG Rover is to build a new luxury high-performance sports car for next year car was manufactured in Modena. (2002) was the surprise announcement was made after the Le Mans 24-hour race The following specification of the Mangusta gives a revealing taste of what to that MG Rover had acquired part of the business interests of the Qvale Automotive expect from the MG X80. -
58 Tri-Power 62 409Ci/409Hp 63 SS 6-Cyl
57 Fuelie 58 Tri-Power 62 409ci/409hp 63 SS 6-cyl 15th Annual Classic & Antique Auction Dear Friends and Customers, It’s hard to believe, but this coming July 14-16, 2016 will be our 15th Annual Classic and Antique Auction. What started as a small local event, has turned into a must attend event for collectors from all over. With over 400 desirable vehicles on offer through the single auction lane and another 200 car corral spots filled, we think you will be very pleased with the offering at our upcoming classic event. Thanks to all of our attendees, consignors, bidders and staff who helped make last years event so successful. Over 425 classic’s crossed the block with 71% sold and a total sales volume of $7,100,000! This year promises to be even better than last and we know with your continued support, this event will continue to grow. 225 units Friday and 175 units on Saturday Over 600 registered and qualified bidders expected 4% Buyer/Seller commission - $500 minimum/$2,000 maximum (some of the lowest fees in the industry) Car Corral with 200 spaces available Check/titles available within 10 minutes of the transaction to qualified buyers and sellers No fee motor home/trailer parking (hard surface) with dumping facilities & fresh water Conveniently located at Exit 178 of I-80 in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania Schedule of Events Thursday July 14, 2016 7:00pm-11:00pm Buyers/Sellers Reception at Grant’s Place with Live Entertainment By “The Impact Band” Friday July 15, 2016 9:00am-6:00pm Auction Offering 225 Vehicles 7:00pm-12:00 midnight VIP GALA CELEBRATION at Grant’s Place with “The Impact Band” Saturday July 16, 2016 9:00am-4:00pm Auction Offering 175 Vehicles Please visit our website www.cpaautoauction.com for further information and bidder registration forms for on-site, telephone and absentee bidding. -
In the Shadow of the Big Boys De Vecchi and Other Pioneers of the Automobile in Milan
In the Shadow of the Big Boys De Vecchi and other pioneers of the automobile in Milan AISA Associazione Italiana per la Storia dell’Automobile MONOGRAFIA AISA 126 I In the Shadow of the Big Boys De Vecchi and other pioneers of the automobile in Milan AISA - Associazione Italiana per la Storia dell’Automobile 2 Foreword Lorenzo Boscarelli 3 The De Vecchi Foundation: creating a Company Archive Alberto De Vecchi 5 De Vecchi Automobili and the Milanese industry Donatella Biffignandi 15 Ecla, History of a Brand Donatella Biffignandi 16 Giuseppe Ricordi: he was the first Gianni Cancellieri 19 Register of the minor automotive manufacturers active in the Milan area from the origins to 1925 by Donatella Biffignandi and Lorenzo Boscarelli 27 The Milanese coachbuilders, from coaches to motor cars Alessandro Sannia MONOGRAFIA AISA 126 1 Foreword Lorenzo Boscarelli he final decades of the 19th century saw the comparison with any other Italian area, had a key Tdevelopment of new and very different tech- role in the process and gave life to innumerable nologies, such as electricity, the telephone and the small companies dedicated to the new product. internal combustion engine, as well as many other Milan was the starting point of the automobile’s which radically changed the quality of life for many growth in Italy, but in a few years’ time Turin took people in a very short time, particularly for the upper its place. This was mainly due to Fiat, which – led by classes. Moreover Europe, after the Franco-Prussian Giovanni Agnelli’s (and his management’s) industrial war of 1870, enjoyed a period of relative peace, so vision – put in place the technical, organisational and much so that the period came to be known as “la financial resources needed to develop rapid growth belle époque”.