Itala Grand Prix racing Car - 1908

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The Itala was an exotic car manufacturer based in, Turin, Italy from 1904-1934, started by Matteo Ceirano and Guido Bigio. The vehicles created were primarily designed for racing and outfitted with large engines. In 1907 a 7433 cc 35/45hp model driven by Count Scipione Borghese won the Peking to Paris motor race by three weeks. These sporting successes helped sales dramatically, the company continued to grow.

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Size: 5222px × 3482px
Location: Goodwood, England
Photo credit: © David Chedgy / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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