Newsletter July 2024

Discover Mille Miglia Triumphs, History of NSU and Autobianchi and much more

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Dear classic car enthusiasts,

We are delighted to present our latest newsletter. The Mille Miglia 2024 was a memorable edition, marked by the fourth consecutive victory of Andrea Vesco and Fabio Salvinelli in their legendary 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 SS Spider Zagato.

Dive into the history of Autobianchi, a brand founded in 1955 that, despite a modest existence, distinguished itself with bold technical choices and a specialization in small models. You will also discover the fascinating but tragic fate of the NSU RO80, an avant-garde sedan whose innovation failed to capture the market before the brand was absorbed by Audi.

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Enjoy your reading and see you soon on our site,

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