Overview
This car is the original "blueprint" of all the Siatas that followed, it is said to have been the prototype that convinced Giorgio Ambrosini to build the cars.
- Blue Livery
- Crosley-Powered
- Year Model 1951
- Special Bodywork
Gallery
History
A very dicumented and full reviexw of the history of this car hase been done by Speedcraft, you can read the whol story : https://speedcraftspecial.com/wpperfect/otto-lintons-siata-prototype-orchidea-project/
Ownership History
| Owner | Name and location | Timeline and details |
|---|---|---|
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Sold By Tony Pompeo (NY) | Circa 1951 |
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Otto Linton (NY) | 1951-1953 |
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Jim and Benny Diaz (NJ) | 1953 - ?? |
Racing
| Race | Driver | Racing number | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart Lake Auguste 1951 |
Otto Linton | #39 | DNF |
| Watkins Glen August 1951 |
Otto Linton | #33 | DNF |
| Palm Beach Shores Road Races December 1951 |
Otto Linton | #33 | N/A |
| Vero Beach March 1952 |
Otto Linton | #75 | N/A |
| 12 hours of sebring March 1952 |
Otto Linton | #39 | N/A |
| Giant Despair July 1952 |
Otto Linton | #56 | 1 |
| Brynfan Tyddyn July 1952 |
Otto Linton | #50 | 1 |
| Watkins Glen September 1952 |
Otto Linton | #112 | N/A |
| 12 Hours of Sebring March 1953 |
Otto Linton | #39 | N/A |
| Bridgehampton Road Races May 1953 |
Otto Linton | #50 | DNF - Crashed |
| Cumberland Road Races May 1955 |
Benny Diaz | #218 | N/A |
| Beverly Road Races July 1955 |
Benny Diaz | #89 | 15th |
| Watkins Glen September 1955 |
James Diaz | #120 | 25th |
Auctions
| Auction | Date | Price |
|---|---|---|
| No Auction for this car |