The Futuristic Hispano-Suiza H6B Dubonnet Xenia: A Unique Luxury Car from a Bygone Era – Design You Trust

The Futuristic Hispano-Suiza H6B Dubonnet Xenia: A Unique Luxury Car from a Bygone Era

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-1

Imagine cruising down the road in a car that is unlike any other. That is precisely what French pilot and racing car driver André Dubonnet did in 1938 when he commissioned the Hispano-Suiza H6B Dubonnet Xenia. The Spanish automobile manufacturer Hispano-Suiza built this one-of-a-kind luxury car on the chassis of the H6B and gave it a distinctive new look.

h/t: vintag.es

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-2

The Dubonnet Xenia has a powerful engine that delivers a top speed of approximately 110 mph (177 km/h). The car’s exterior design was heavily inspired by aviation and Art Deco styles, which were popular during the time period. The wraparound windshield, large slatted grill, and rear-hinged doors that slide out and back towards the rear of the car all contribute to its unique appearance.

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-3

The Dubonnet Xenia’s aerodynamic design is also noteworthy. The teardrop shape of the car tapers towards the rear, which helps to reduce drag. Additionally, the car’s fender skirts cover almost the entirety of the rear wheels, further reducing drag. This technique was first pioneered 10 years earlier on a land speed record attempt car.

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-4

The Dubonnet Xenia is a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of automobile designers from a bygone era. It is a true work of art that showcases the beauty and elegance of luxury cars from the late 1930s.

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-5

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-6

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-7

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-8

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-9

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-10

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-11

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-12

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-13

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-14

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-15

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-16

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-17

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-18

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-19

1938-hispano-suiza-h6b-dubonnet-xenia-20

If you want more awesome content, subscribe to 'Oh, Design You Trust,' our brand new Facebook page! Trust me, you won't be disappointed.

More Inspiring Stories

Fabulous Vintage Photos Showing The Amazing Women’s Street Style From The 1920s
The Albee Rolligon: An Innovative Transport Truck From the 1950s
Zombie Proof Vehicles By Donal O'Keeffe
When Modern Love Meets Classic Comic Books
"Terminal City": Extraordinary Photos Of Vancouver 1972-1982
The Legacy of Paul Sougy: Mid-Century Scientific Illustrations that Influenced a Generation
Wonderful Vintage Photos Of Female Students At Smith College, Northampton, Massachusetts In 1948
How You Live In Russia When You Supervise Local Road Police
Artist Transforms Present Technologies Into Objects From The 1980s
Artist Combined Vintage Photographs With Everyday Objects To Create Funny And Bizarre Portraits
In 1980, American Express Teamed Up With DeLorean To Produce A 24K Gold Plated DMC-12, But Only Two Were Sold!
Egg-citing Adventures on Wheels: The Hilarious Saga of L'Œuf électrique, the Egg-shaped Speedster!
Spacelander was the Bicycle of the Future, 1946-1960
‘Flying Saucer’ Gas Stations in Kyiv From the Late 1970s and Early 1980s
Amazing Vintage Photographs of Harold Lloyd’s Magnificent (Year-Round!) Christmas Tree
Capturing the Unbridled Hysteria of Beatlemania: LIFE Photographer Stan Wayman’s Portraits of Fans at the Beatles’ First US Concert
Beautiful Colorized Photos of a Young Queen Elizabeth II From the 1930s and 1940s
Wonderful Color Pics Document The Trailer Life Of An American Family During The 1950s
Lovely Vintage Photos Capture People With Their Cats In The Early 20th Century
When Big Hair Roamed The Earth: The Hairstyle That Defined The 1960s
World's Biggest Yacht "Eclipse" Berthed in New York City
Amazing Black-and-White Photos of Amsterdam Taken by Dutch Painter George Hendrik Breitner
Bertone and Citroën Collaborate on Futuristic 1972 Citroën GS Camargue Concept
Science Fiction & Fantasy Costume Contestants Posing At The 24th World Science Fiction Convention In Cleveland, 1966