Founded in 1885 by Edoardo Bianchi, this Milan factory, still well known for bicycles, commenced manufacture of motorcycles and cars in 1898. They built many touring car models over the years. Some had ohv 8-litre in-line engines, but most were of 1460cc, 2690cc or 2890cc; there was also a popular ohv 1287cc four-cylinder. Bianchi cars were of sound, sturdy design. Attempts to revive production with new designs after World War Two failed, partly as a result of the great demand for bicycles and motorcycles, partly because of the high costs of developing the new cars. see also: AUTOBIANCHI ©VEA
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