Coachbuilder Collection

Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG

An Old Coachmakers Shop in Long Acre, (1881). Creator: Unknown
An Old Coachmakers Shop in Long Acre, (1881). Premises of Hatchett & Co, coachbuilders at Covent Garden in London. John Hatchetts company (c1750-1870)

1939 Bugatti Type 57 with body by Figoni et Falaschi. Creator: Unknown
1939 Bugatti Type 57 with body by Figoni et Falaschi

1922 Delage with Grosvenor body. Creator: Unknown
1922 Delage with Grosvenor body.y

1929 Stutz Straight 8 wooden frame body by Weymann. Creator: Unknown
1929 Stutz Straight 8 wooden frame body by Weymann

1922 Rolls-Royce 40 / 50 Silver Ghost with Grosvenor coachwork. Creator: Unknown
1922 Rolls-Royce 40/50 Silver Ghost with Grosvenor coachwork

1920 Rolls-Royce 40 / 50 Silver Ghost with coachwork by Grosvenor. Creator: Unknown
1920 Rolls-Royce 40/50 Silver Ghost with coachwork by Grosvenor

1934 Rolls-Royce 20 / 25 limousine with coachwork by Barker. Creator: Unknown
1934 Rolls-Royce 20/25 limousine with coachwork by Barker

1923 Delage with Grosvenor body. Creator: Unknown
1923 Delage with Grosvenor body

1929 Stutz Straight 8 saloon with coachwork by Weymann. Creator: Unknown
1929 Stutz Straight 8 saloon with coachwork by Weymann

1930 Stutz 8 cylinder 36. 4 hp saloon with coachwork by Weymann. Creator: Unknown
1930 Stutz 8 cylinder 36.4 hp saloon with coachwork by Weymann

Advertisement for L van Haute, saddler and coachbuilder, Ghent, Belgium (litho)
6030729 Advertisement for L van Haute, saddler and coachbuilder, Ghent, Belgium (litho) by Belgian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for L van Haute)

The manufacture of a sedan chair in a coachbuilders workshop
STC243946 The manufacture of a sedan chair in a coachbuilders workshop, from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers by Denis Diderot (1713-84) published c.1770 (engraving) by French School

Brewster & Co. Coach Makers, 372 & 374 Broome St. ca. 1860-70

John Hatchetts house, Long Acre, Westminster, London, 1783. Artist: John Walker
John Hatchetts house, Long Acre, Westminster, London, 1783. View with figures and a carriage. Hatchett was a coachbuilder

Lowther Arcade, Strand, Westminster, London, c1850. Interior view showing people in front of Harrison, jeweller and silversmith

Exterior of kiln and mill building, West End Plant, Fisher Body Company, Detroit, Michigan, 1923. Fisher Body was an automobile coachbuilder which became a division of General Motors in 1926

Rolls-Royce Park Ward Limousine

Bentley Arnolt R-Type Continental, body by Bertone 1953 Gold
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Mercedes SL65 AMG Roadster 2016 Black
Mercedes SL65 AMG Roadster, 2016, Black, Mercedes Benz, MG, MER21501

Aston Martin Bertone Jet 2 Concept

Ford Tickford Capri, 1983, White
Ford Tickford Capri 1983 White

Stylish late1930s Bedford coach - custom body work by Duple Bodies & Motors Ltd. Edgware Road, The Hyde, Hendon, London, NW9. Date: circa 1901

Aston Martin DB4 GT Bertone Jet, 1961, Grey, metallic
Aston Martin DB4 GT Bertone Jet 1961 Grey metallic

Delahaye 135MS Competition Cabriolet

Aston Martin Bertone DB4 GT Jet

Modern Athenians plate 39 - Edinburgh
Duncan McNeill, 1st Baron Colonsay (1793-1874) Scottish judge, passing John Learmonth (1789-1858) politician, coachbuilder and builder of the Dean Bridge at at personal cost of 30, 00"

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"Preserving the Art of Coachbuilding: A Glimpse into Automotive History" Step back in time to an era where craftsmanship and elegance reigned supreme. The world of coachbuilding, a long-forgotten art form, comes to life through these captivating glimpses into automotive history. The Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG stands as a testament to modern coachbuilding excellence. Its sleek lines and powerful performance pay homage to the timeless tradition that birthed it. But let us journey even further back, to an old coachmaker's shop in Long Acre, 1881. Here, hidden away from prying eyes, skilled hands meticulously crafted masterpieces on wheels. Though their names may be lost in time, their creations still whisper stories of ingenuity and passion. In 1922, a Delage with Grosvenor body emerged onto the streets - its beauty unmatched and its allure undeniable. The unknown creator left behind a legacy that continues to inspire awe today. A wooden-framed wonder arrived in 1929 - the Stutz Straight 8 with Weymann coachwork. This marvel showcased not only engineering prowess but also the versatility of materials used by these unsung artisans. Rolls-Royce graced our presence multiple times throughout this journey through time. A Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost adorned with Grosvenor coachwork captivated all who beheld it. And again in 1934 when Barker's expert touch transformed another Rolls-Royce limousine into pure opulence. The Bugatti Type 57 (1939) reminds us that coachbuilders were not limited by nationality or borders; Figoni et Falaschi's creation transcended boundaries with its breathtaking design language. From Ghent, Belgium comes an advertisement for L van Haute - saddler and coachbuilder extraordinaire. Their litho artwork captures the essence of their craft - blending beauty and functionality seamlessly.