Solved - MJW #578 - Cozzolino Crosley Special 1955

[woodinsight]

Last one for today.
It looks like a former dodgem car but it was built as a road-going sports car.
For one point, who built it and what car was it based on?

[woodinsight]

Does an Expert know what this is?

[Limo]

Gebr. Ihle Buchsal?

[woodinsight]

Gebr. Ihle Buchsal?

Not that

[woodinsight]

Up again

[Wendax]

Based on a Crosley?

[woodinsight]

Yes, it's based on a Crosley

[Oguerrerob]

I think it's the same car but little info: Custom Crosley built in the 50's and recently found & restored by the original builder's son & grandson

[woodinsight]

I think it's the same car but little info: Custom Crosley built in the 50's and recently found & restored by the original builder's son & grandson

I'm certain that it's the same car and the information you provided is correct.
All I need for the point is the original builder's name.
Locked for you.

[Oguerrerob]

Custom Crosley by Pilier

[woodinsight]

Custom Crosley by Pilier

Sorry but that's not the name I have.
His surname is 9 letters long and begins with a 'C'
I'll keep it locked until your next reply only.

[Oguerrerob]

Please open to all. Can't find the name. Pilier was the photographer.

[woodinsight]

Please open to all. Can't find the name. Pilier was the photographer.

Okay thanks Oguerrerob.
Open to all again....

[Wendax]

This Crosley Custom was built from 1952 to 1955 by Mr. Cozzolino.

[woodinsight]

This Crosley Custom was built from 1952 to 1955 by Mr. Cozzolino.

That's correct - built by Donald Cozzolino.

The article where I found the photo -