Ghia Supersonic styling buck, c.1953
Carrozzeria Ghia, Torino.
An important and original styling ‘buck’ designed by aerodynamicist and engineer Giovanni Savonuzzi for the Ghia Supersonic coachwork in 1953.Initially intended for an Alfa Romeo 1900, the jet-age-styled body then appeared on eight Fiat 8V chassis, three Jaguar XK120s and an Aston Martin DB4. Of plaster and gesso construction, the buck is approximately a 1:10 scale, and is in perfect condition.
Length overall: 18 inches (46 cms)
Width: 8 inches (20 cms).
Reference: 5843