“exotic” brochures
Why Collect Exotic Brochures?
Exotic-car brochures offer something fundamentally different from mainstream automotive literature. They were often produced in very small quantities, distributed only to select customers or presented at exclusive events. Many feature premium materials, hardbound covers and bespoke graphic design that reflect the exclusivity of the automobiles they promote.
For collectors, they are not merely sales catalogues. They are historical documents that preserve the stories of some of the most fascinating cars ever created.
And perhaps that is exactly why they remain so appealing: they represent a world where craftsmanship, individuality and imagination mattered more than production numbers.
Touring Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
bently continental flying star by touring
Touring Sciadipersia
Bellagio fastback touring
Touring Superleggera: The Revival of a Legendary Coachbuilder
Few names carry as much prestige in coachbuilding history as Touring Superleggera. Renowned for creating some of the most elegant Alfa Romeos, Aston Martins and Maseratis of the 1950s and 1960s, the Milanese company re-emerged in the 21st century with a series of breathtaking limited-production automobiles.
Bentley Continental Flying Star
One of the most striking projects of the modern Touring era was the Bentley Continental Flying Star. Based on Bentley’s Continental platform, Touring transformed the car into a sophisticated shooting brake, combining British luxury with Italian style. The accompanying hardbound brochure is every bit as impressive as the car itself, featuring high-quality photography and exceptional printing.
Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
Inspired by the legendary 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante, Touring unveiled its modern interpretation at the Geneva Motor Show before producing a very limited series for select customers. The dramatic bodywork, sculpted curves and aviation-inspired details make both the car and its brochure highly desirable among collectors.
Sciadipersia Cabriolet
Touring’s Sciadipersia project paid tribute to the rare Maserati-powered Sciàdipersia built by Touring in the late 1950s. The modern Cabriolet continued that tradition with handcrafted construction, bespoke finishing and a level of exclusivity rarely seen in today’s automotive market. Its beautifully produced brochure reflects the elegance and craftsmanship of the vehicle itself.
Bellagio Fastback
Perhaps the ultimate modern shooting brake, the Bellagio Fastback transformed the Maserati Quattroporte into a luxurious five-door grand tourer. Built in very small numbers and tailored to individual customer specifications, the Bellagio represents traditional Italian coachbuilding at its finest. The original 24-page brochure has become one of the most sought-after modern Touring publications.
zagato hyena
masters golfing break zagato
Zuma by Zagato
Zagato 1
Zagato: The Art of Automotive Individuality
No discussion of exotic Italian automobiles would be complete without Zagato. The Milanese design house has spent more than a century creating some of the most unconventional and memorable sports cars ever built.
Zagato Zuma
The Zagato Zuma is a perfect example of the experimental spirit that characterized many Italian coachbuilt projects of the 1980s. Produced in extremely limited numbers, it remains largely unknown outside specialist circles, making original literature especially difficult to find.
Zagato Hyena
Developed on the Lancia Delta Integrale platform, the Zagato Hyena combined rally-proven performance with a lightweight aluminium body and unmistakable coachbuilt character. Today it is considered one of the most collectible modern Zagato creations, and its brochures are highly prized by enthusiasts.
Aston Martin V8 Sportsman “Golfing Brake”
Among Zagato’s rarest creations is the V8 Sportsman, often referred to as the “Golfing Brake”. Built for a customer seeking a sporting estate with Aston Martin performance, it illustrates the personalized nature of coachbuilding where virtually anything was possible for the right client.
Abarth Riviera Scorpione
While Abarth is best known for its competition heritage, the Riviera Scorpione remains one of the company’s lesser-known gems. The brochure perfectly captures the optimistic spirit of post-war Italian sports cars, with styling and engineering reflecting the golden age of small-displacement performance machines.
Stanguellini 750 and 1100 Bialbero
For enthusiasts of Italian racing history, Stanguellini occupies a special place. The company’s lightweight competition cars achieved remarkable success in the smaller displacement categories during the 1950s and 1960s.
The 750 and 1100 Bialbero models are particularly significant. Their brochures showcase an era when innovation, engineering ingenuity and racing ambition mattered far more than outright horsepower. Original Stanguellini literature is seldom encountered and remains a highlight in any serious automobilia collection.
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