Eighty-Five Year Old Italian Carrozzeria Stola Builds Anniversary Limousine

Accenting the leather is fine wood trim, which has been installed on the console presented to the rear passengers. Curving around from both doors, it meets up with several storage cabinets. The center drawer folds down to display space for beverages, while

The S85 can be outfitted with a multimedia office package that includes a small LCD display. (Photo: Stola)

the fold-out tray features cupholders. For those who spend as much time on the road as they do in their office, the S85 can be outfitted with a multimedia office package with a small LCD display, for sending and receiving e-mail and faxes, surfing the internet, playing CDs, DVDs, MP3s, or even video games. Ambient lighting creates a relaxed atmosphere for a stress free work environment.

Being that the S85 is a luxury vehicle rather than a sports car its mechanicals have been left alone. Just the same Stola picked out the most powerful engine from the Lancia lineup to ensure decent performance. Under the gothic front end lies a 3.2-liter V6

Although prices haven't been announced, Stola plans on producing the S85 on an individual basis. (Photo: Stola)

engine that generates 230 horsepower and 213 lb-ft (289 Nm) of torque, which seems a little bit on the low side. The engine is mated to an automatic transmission that drives the front wheels.

Due to the S85's healthy curb weight and commonplace power supply its acceleration capability is surprising, with the sprint from zero to 100 km/h taking only 9.2 seconds. While slower than most super luxury sedans, it's plenty for everyday city and highway use. The S85's top speed is 230 km/h (143 mph). Stola plans on producing the S85 on an individual basis, with the option of an armored version. Prices have yet to be announced.