• Year of manufacture 
    1968
  • Car type 
    Other
  • Lot number 
    r0076
  • Reference number 
    0125_r0076
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Location
    Germany
  • Exterior colour 
    Other

Description

To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Shift Online: Europe and Middle East event, 23 - 28 April 2025.

  • One of just 797 examples of the Rivolta IR 300 GT four-seater coupé produced
  • Styled by famed automotive designer Giorgetto Giugiaro of Bertone
  • Built in September 1967 ahead of being delivered new to the United States
  • Acquired by the German consigning owner in 2017 prior to a complete restoration
  • Presented in an attractive dark blue shade over terracotta leather upholstery
  • Houses a Chevrolet-sourced 5.4-litre V-8 paired with an automatic transmission

Named after Iso company boss Renzo Rivolta, the IR 300 GT was brought to fruition by two of the most influential Italians to ply their trade in the automotive industry. Engineered by Giotto Bizzarrini (of Ferrari and Lamborghini V-12 fame) and penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro during his stint at Bertone, the svelte 2+2 coupé boasted a 5.4-litre Chevrolet V-8 engine.

Per the Iso Registry, the IR 300 GT Coupé offered here was originally specified with an automatic transmission and air conditioning. Holding a 12 September 1967 build date, it was delivered new to the United States. Although a complete history is not known, the Rivolta was purchased as a restoration project from the US by the German consigning owner in 2017.

The rebuild was reportedly carried out by mechanical specialist Top Motors Salvioli of Nonantola in the Italian province of Modena, upholstery expert Interni Auto of Ferrara, and Carrozzeria Biondy & Parini in Gatteo. Accordingly, the Iso now presents in an elegant dark blue hue over an interior featuring terracotta hide and a wood panel dashboard.

Blending a sporting chassis with reliable American V-8 power, and with room for four occupants, this Rivolta IR 300 GT Coupé would make for a wonderful grand tourer.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/auctions/0125/.


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Richmond
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United Kingdom
Contact Person Kontaktperson
Title 
Mr
First name 
Augustin
Last name 
Sabatie-Garat

Phone 
+44-2078517070