Stunning Images of the 1955 Lincoln Indianapolis Concept – Design You Trust

Stunning Images of the 1955 Lincoln Indianapolis Concept

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In the mid-1950s, automotive design was an evolving realm of innovation, and 1955 brought to the forefront a concept that turned heads and left an indelible mark: The Lincoln Indianapolis. Dreamed up by Carrozzeria Boano, this concept car took the foundation of the 1955 Lincoln – its chassis and running gear – and transformed it into something almost ethereal.

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Making its sole debut at the 1955 Turin Motor Show, the Lincoln Indianapolis wasn’t just any other concept car. Under its hood, the chassis boasted a powerful 200 horsepower V8 engine paired with a smooth four-speed automatic transmission. But what really caught the eyes of many was its exterior.

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Carrozzeria Boano’s signature touch is palpable on this Lincoln Indianapolis. The design wasn’t burdened by the constraints of practicality; instead, it celebrated the spirit of free and uninhibited creativity. Some might find hints of resemblance in its contours to the Abarth Spyder Turin show prototype, another showstopper that year, albeit a considerably smaller model.

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One can’t help but be entranced by the radiant orange hue – a color Boano splashed on a few of their other design studies. However, among all its captivating features, the greenhouse stands out. This design element, reminiscent of some Boano-crafted Ferraris, gave the Lincoln Indianapolis a unique identity.

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