Equipment
Chrome spoke wire wheels, Marchal driving lights, Carello headlights, leather upholstery.
Condition
Restored like new, now showing a few small chips and paint flaws. Glass and chrome are excellent. Interior is lightly used. A design by Mario Boano for Ghia with a mixture of mid-1950s design elements that may not fit comfortably together but are nonetheless eye-catching, especially in these dramatic colors.
Market commentary
The only non-Supersonic 8V by Ghia. Sold by RM in London in 2009 for $563,543, the price here is indicative of collectors' recognition not only of the Fiat 8V's appeal but also the extravagant coachwork this one wears. No bargain, but a lot more exclusive than a Gullwing or V-12 Ferrari for less money and still capable of keeping up with traffic.