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In 1925, Giovanni Moretti formed the Moretti Company with the purpose of building motorcycles. During the early years of its existence, Moretti also experimented with the production of commercial vehicles, electric and alternative fuel vehicles. By the close of the 1950's, Moretti switched from the production of complete automobiles to using Fiat chassis and mechanical components for use in his automobiles.
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In 1925, Giovanni Moretti formed the Moretti Company with the purpose of building motorcycles. During the early years of its existence, Moretti also experimented with the production of commercial vehicles, electric and alternative fuel vehicles. During World War II he developed utility vehicles, including electric-powered small trucks and multi-purpose passenger cars. In 1946, he switched to the production of conventional automobiles. Their first offering was the 'Cita', followed by the 600.
In 1953, Moretti 750 was introduced and it served as the basis for taxis, commercial vehicle, coupes, berlinas, and giardinetta family versions.
By the close of the 1950's, Moretti switched from the production of complete automobiles to using Fiat chassis and mechanical components under license for use in his automobiles. Their versions of the Fiat products were offered in a variety of body-styles. Moretti was still unable to compete with Fiat's 600, which cost almost half the price and consequently dominated much of the marketplace. Mass production of all models were subsequently slashed due to continued low sales and financial struggles.
This particular vehicle is a Moretti Multipla 750 that was discovered in a Greek village serving as a tourist shuttle. It was imported to Italy in 2013 and then treated to a frame-off restoration which included the replacement of any corroded sheet metal. Typical of this type of vehicle, it is equipped with wicker seats that are arranged back-to-back with a jump seat and a canopy-style top.
