Every aspect of the Type 57 S just screamed performance with its race-inspired engine and short and low chassis. Like supercars of any era, only very few were constructed and every single one by hand between 1936 and 1938. 'Most common' was the Atalante bodied version, but most famous up to this day is the Atlantic, which featured a body made up of a two halves riveted together along the centre line. Today the two Atlantics that survived in original condition are among the most valuable cars in the world with one example changing hands for over $30 million recently.

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