Automotive historian, concours d’elegance judge and independent specialist in classic car history and heritage.
A professional network connecting designers, historians, collectors, archives, museums and specialists dedicated to understanding and preserving classic cars.
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We never truly own classic cars. We are their custodians for the next generation.A PHILOSOPHY OF PRESERVATION
I am an automotive historian and concours d’elegance judge based in Italy, working at the intersection of classic cars, automotive design, history and culture. My particular focus is Italian coachbuilding, historical documentation and the people and stories behind remarkable automobiles. Through my connections with collectors, archives, museums and specialists, I bring together historical evidence and expert knowledge.
As Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Carrozzieri Italiani, I have developed an international editorial platform documenting more than 6,000 automobiles. Alongside my editorial work, I research individual classic cars and their provenance, connecting owners with archives, museums and experts while contributing to concours d’elegance and the preservation of automotive heritage.
Carrozzieri Italiani ↗Historical assessment and participation in European concours juries.
Vehicle history, chassis identity, provenance and original documentation.
Connecting collectors, museums, organisations and automotive heritage communities.
Talks and presentations about coachbuilding and automotive history.
Long-form research, specialist articles and automotive publications.
Automotive storytelling, international projects and cultural communication.
My goal is to promote the history, creativity and cultural significance of Italian automotive design, with particular attention to its coachbuilding tradition. A new project in development aims to introduce this heritage to audiences in China through historical research, storytelling and cultural exchange.
Concours d’elegance judge.
Concours d’elegance judge.
From coachbuilder and designer attribution to original documents, photographs, provenance and concours history: independent research brings evidence and context to important vehicles. Selected case studies will be presented here with the owners’ permission.
Whether you are searching for a rare automobile, uncovering its past or planning a sensitive restoration, I can help you find the right expertise through my international network of trusted specialists.
Looking for a particular model, an unusual coachbuilt car or something difficult to locate? I can help identify opportunities within the collector community.
From chassis identity and coachbuilder attribution to period photographs, documents and provenance, I research the history behind significant vehicles.
When a car needs restoration or specialist care, I can introduce you to experienced professionals suited to its character, originality and preservation needs.
Every automobile and every project is different. Tell me what you are looking for.
Discuss your projectA dedicated space for conference programmes, guest appearances, subjects and recordings.
Selected appearances and participation in concours, exhibitions and automotive events.
Research-led automotive articles and editorial work on Italian and international coachbuilding history.
A historical monograph currently in preparation. Publication details will be announced when confirmed.
A selection of published articles and historical features.
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Selected interviews and coverage.
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Selected films and recorded conversations.
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Selected organisations and projects. Verified logos and descriptions of each collaboration will be added here.
Museo NicolisMuseum
PininfarinaDesign FirmAvailable for concours judging, historical research, museum projects, conferences and international cultural collaborations.
Or email directly: info@carrozzieri-italiani.com
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Editorial leadership, specialist publishing and digital storytelling across international automotive communities.
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