Have you ever seen one of these before? This is a Siata 208 CS and it has been confirmed for this year’s Concours of Elegance, which returns to Hampton Court Palace from 30 August-1 September.
This coupé will be one of the world-class classic cars competing for the Best in Show trophy, along with this unique Porsche 911 turbo prototype.
Plus, Classic & Sports Car readers can get 20% off tickets with our exclusive offer. Simply use the code 24CSC at the checkout, here.
Let’s find out more about the latest addition to the Concours of Elegance 2024 line-up.
This Siata 208 CS was built by coachbuilder Balbo
This 1953 Siata, chassis number CS 071, is one of only nine Balbo-styled 208 CS coupés, of which just seven survive.
In all, Siata built approximately 50 of these Fiat V8-engined cars, including 35 Spiders.
The lightweight coupé, powered by an Otto Vu-based unit and clad in aluminium, was ripe for competition – and that’s exactly how this 208 CS started its life.
This car was imported to America in the early 1950s and first owner Robert Grier entered his coupé in the 100-mile Floyd Bennett Grand Prize Cup at New York’s Floyd Bennett Field on 29 August 1953.
