1968 Fiat 125S Samantha by Vignale

The Fiat 125S Samantha is one of Carrozzeria Vignale’s lesser-known hits. Taking design cues from many iconic 60s sportscars, we think this rare Italian coupé deserves far more recognition. And wait till you hear the price… As well as the magnificent Vignale-penned Ferraris and Maseratis (among countless others), the Turin-based design house was often enlisted by Fiat for limited editions, prototypes and motor-show concepts. Alfredo Vignale personally drew the Samantha, as he wanted a luxury coupé for regular long trips. The pretty brown/tan colour combination on this car is the tip of an already attractive iceberg. Built for comfort... and good looks Based on the production 125S, the elegant coupé retained the same 1.6-litre 100HP engine but was cloaked in a beautiful, quintessentially 60s, coupé body. Inside, the Samantha has lashings of luxurious leather and exposed wood, while then-trick electric windows and an advanced sound system make long journeys that little bit more comfortable. Some 100 cars were built in the late 60s and distributed around the world via independent specialists.