Argentina’s car scene reflects a mix of early pioneers, mid-century local production and recent innovation from small electric startups. Cities like Buenos Aires and Córdoba have hosted factories, designers and enthusiast communities that shaped a distinctly Argentine automotive identity.
There are 6 Argentinian Car Brands, ranging from Anasagasti to Sero Electric. For each brand, data are organized by Founding year,Status,HQ city, province — you’ll find this information below.
Are any of these brands still producing cars in Argentina?
Some are active, some are historical. Companies like Sero Electric represent current, small-scale manufacturing focused on urban EVs, while names such as Anasagasti belong to Argentina’s early automotive history; the list below marks each brand’s Status so you can quickly see which are operational.
How can I use the list to compare brands quickly?
Use the columns (Founding year,Status,HQ city, province) to compare age, whether a brand is still active, and its regional base; from there you can follow links or search specific model names and local registries for production numbers and dealer information.
Argentinian Car Brands
| Name | Founding year | Status | HQ city, province |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anasagasti | 1911 | Defunct | Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires |
| SIAM Di Tella | 1911 | Defunct | Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires |
| IAME | 1951 | Defunct | Córdoba, Córdoba Province |
| Rastrojero | 1952 | Defunct | Monte Chingolo, Buenos Aires Province |
| Crespi | 1964 | Active (small-scale) | Balcarce, Buenos Aires Province |
| Sero Electric | 2010 | Active | Buenos Aires Province |
Images and Descriptions
Anasagasti
Anasagasti was Argentina’s earliest automaker, founded by Horacio Anasagasti in 1911. The company produced hand-built sports and touring cars from 1912–1915, exported several chassis to Europe, and is remembered as a pioneering marque among Argentine collectors and motor historians.
SIAM Di Tella
SIAM Di Tella started as an Argentine industrial group under Torcuato Di Tella and moved into automobile production in the 1950s–1960s. Its SIAM Di Tella 1500 family sedan and compact cars were significant locally before manufacturing ceased amid industrial changes.
IAME
Industrias Aeronáuticas y Mecánicas del Estado (IAME) was a state-owned Argentine manufacturer created in the early 1950s to develop local industry; it produced Rastrojero pickups and Pampa light trucks, supporting rural and military needs before closure and privatizations.
Rastrojero
Rastrojero began as a rugged light pickup and utility vehicle produced from the early 1950s by Argentina’s IAME program. Built for rural and industrial use, it became an enduring symbol of Argentine work vehicles and has a devoted enthusiast community today.
Crespi
Crespi is the marque of engineer Tulio Crespi’s Balcarce workshop, founded in the 1960s to build bespoke sports and competition cars. Crespi models like the Spider and various racing prototypes have competed in national motorsport and remain sought-after by collectors.
Sero Electric
Sero Electric is a modern Argentine micro‑EV maker founded in the 2010s; it designs and manufactures small electric quadricycles and city vehicles for urban delivery and personal mobility. Sero represents a new wave of locally created, low-speed electric transport.
