Highlights
- Imported from Rome in 2012
- Featured in commercial photoshoots for Jo Malone, Bella Italia, and Next
- Appeared on stage in London's West End
- Recently rebuilt engine and gearbox
The Appeal
The Fiat 500 D was effectively an upgraded Nuova 500 across the board - dedicated to building up engine capacity and keeping the eager European public picking up the austere little city car in their droves. It's particularly noted for its suicide doors, something the next generation would dispense - and is arguably that real diamond-spot in the 500's development.
This particular example, affectionately known as "Bella," is a particularly beautiful little car. Having started life in Rome before being imported to the UK in 2012, this 500 D has been maintained to a good standard by enthusiast owners. Over the years it's been selected for commercial photoshoots with brands like Jo Malone and Bella Italia, as well as making an appearance on London's West End stage.
With a recently rebuilt engine and gearbox, this 500 D is in excellent mechanical order, too, and is ready and waiting for its lucky new keeper.
This particular example, affectionately known as "Bella," is a particularly beautiful little car. Having started life in Rome before being imported to the UK in 2012, this 500 D has been maintained to a good standard by enthusiast owners. Over the years it's been selected for commercial photoshoots with brands like Jo Malone and Bella Italia, as well as making an appearance on London's West End stage.
With a recently rebuilt engine and gearbox, this 500 D is in excellent mechanical order, too, and is ready and waiting for its lucky new keeper.
History and Paperwork
- Originally registered in Rome, Italy in 1963
- Imported to the UK in 2012
- 2 former registered keepers since importation
- 17,800 kilometres indicated on a 5-figure odometer
- Comes with a cherished registration number "569YUM"
- Has been featured in commercial photoshoots for Jo Malone, Bella Italia, and Next
- Has appeared on stage in London's West End
- Hundreds of photos documenting the car's condition are available
The Condition
- Finished in a fine blue livery, which looks in good order
- Bodywork presents in very good order with little to no rust in typical problem areas
- Suicide doors have been checked and repainted
- Footwells, sills, and wheel arches appear solid and free from notable corrosion
- Interior appears in smart condition for its age
- Frame for potential "Transformabile" mohair convertible conversion is included
The Mechanics
- 495cc 2-cylinder engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Engine and gearbox have been recently rebuilt
- Engine components have been powder-coated for durability
- Wishbones, springs, and brakes have also been powder-coated
- The vendor states the car has been lovingly maintained since importation
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