Resources

Documentation

Technical documentation, reference materials, and useful resources for Ghia 1500 GT owners, restorers, and enthusiasts.

Original Documents

Period brochures, factory photographs, and technical documents from the Ghia 1500 GT production era.

1963 Ghia 1500 GT official brochure
Official Ghia brochure — Modello 1963
1964 Ghia 1500 GT brochure cover
Official Ghia brochure — 1964 edition
Fiat 1500 GT Ghia Italian sales brochure
Italian sales brochure — Ghia S.p.A., Torino
France Motors Ghia 1500 GT advertisement
France Motors advertisement — exclusive French importer, Neuilly-sur-Seine
France Motors Ghia 1500 GT press advertisement
France Motors press advertisement — 8 chevaux, 170 km/h

Reference Books

The Italian Car Registry

Comprehensive registry of Italian cars including coverage of the Ghia 1500 GT. An essential reference for chassis numbers and production data.

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Useful Links

Technical Notes

The Ghia 1500 GT shares its mechanical platform with the Fiat 1500 sedan, which means many mechanical parts are interchangeable and relatively available through Fiat parts specialists. Key shared components include:

Engine: Fiat 1481cc TIPO 115.000 — shared with Fiat 1500/1500L sedan, Fiat 1500 Cabriolet, and OSCA 1500

Gearbox: Fiat 4-speed manual

Brakes: Disc front, drum rear (as per Fiat 1500)

Suspension: Independent front, rigid axle rear with leaf springs

Electrical: 12V system

This section will be expanded as more technical documentation is compiled. If you have technical information, workshop manuals, or parts catalogs to share, please get in touch.

Chassis Number Guide

Ghia 1500 GT chassis numbers follow the Fiat 1500 numbering sequence. The chassis number is stamped on the body and on a plate on the firewall. Understanding the number ranges can help date a car:

Range Approximate Period Notes
018xxxx – 024xxxxLate 1962 – Early 1963Early production, may include pre-series
025xxxx – 034xxxx1963Main production period
035xxxx – 038xxxx1963 – 1964Continued production
038xxxx – 039xxxx1964 – 1965Late production