Rare Michelotti-designed coupé, conceived as a sporty and elegant grand tourer
Registered in Italy in January 1965, with a documented chain of ownership
Three private registered keepers from new before passing through dealers to the current collector
Mechanical restoration in 2014, confirmed by a plaque in the engine bay
Serviced in 2026 ahead of sale
The Appeal
Siata - Società Italiana Applicazione Trasformazioni Automobilistiche - were founded in 1926 by amateur race car driver Giorgio Ambrosini. They kicked off tuning up Fiat components, but soon went into production proper - rapidly climbing into the market's good graces for the elegant and often extravagant cars offered by its charismatic catalogue.
The Fiat-Siata 1500 TS coupé is one of the more unusual projects penned by Siata, informed by their ongoing, happy relationship with Fiat. Penned by the legendary Giovanni Michelotti, the 1500 TS coupé married Fiat's proven mechanicals with bespoke bodywork of real distinction, aimed squarely at the discerning sports motorist. Today, these cars are seldom seen and keenly sought after.
This example was first registered in Italy on 16th January 1965 and benefits from a documented ownership history spanning three private registered keepers before it entered the collector market. Charming period details abound: the original Siata-branded instruments remain in place, and the door-mounted ashtrays speak to the car's premium positioning.Fiat-Siata 1500 TS (4) Giuliano Fazi.JPG828.67 KB
History and Paperwork
Registered in Italy on 16th January 1965
First registered keeper was Capasa Vito, who purchased the car for Lire 1,820,000
Second registered keeper, Retinò Giuseppe of Lecce, acquired the car in December 1966
Third registered keeper, Maritati Fiorentino Mirko, purchased the car in January 2008 and retained it until November 2023
Subsequently sold through dealer Net Classic in November 2023 and dealer Ruote da Sogno in August 2024, before being acquired by the current collector in February 2025
Plaque in the engine compartment confirms a mechanical restoration in 2014
Body has been restored, though the exact date is unknown
This is described by the vendor as an 'average' respray of some years ago
Underside is clean with no problems and no signs of constant use, as shown in the photographs
Bumpers were removed at an unknown date to give a sportier appearance and are not available with the car
Period ashtrays fitted to the door handles
The vendor describes the seats as being in good order
A radio is fitted, though the model is unknown
Spare wheel is present
Switchgear is functional
Instruments are Siata-branded items
Rev counter was not functioning the last time the car was started, as visible in the accompanying video
Tyres are new
A walk around the 1500 TS drinks in a very beautiful car. Subtley curvaceous, sophisticated and full of pure '60s glamour, it's the sort of magic you'd expect from Michelotti, and sits far closer to the likes of Ferrari or Alfa Romeo than it does a Fiat product. It's of little wonder they've become so celebrated - it's a fabulous car from top to tyres.
This example underwent an 'average' respray some years ago, but the colour matches the very nicely and does look in good overall fettle. The bodywork is well-presented, and the removal of the bumpers has left a very sporty appearance that's bound to turn plenty of heads, whether on display or on the road.
In the cabin, the upholstery is clean and well-presented, the instruments are proudly on display, and the dash is well-kept. While the rev counter requires attention and the radio may not be the original unit the car came with, it's still a very handsome cabin that's ready and waiting for its lucky new owner. Fiat-Siata 1500 TS (37) Giuliano Fazi.JPG3.53 MB
The Mechanics
1,481cc inline-four petrol engine
Four-speed manual transmission
Engine is reported to be in order and to sound good
Mechanical restoration carried out in 2014, confirmed by a plaque in the engine bay
Serviced in 2026 ahead of sale
The performance of the Fiat 1500 was already perky, but by shaving off around 100kg with its fibreglass body has meant that the Siata 1500 TS is an altogether much more high-octane drive, aided only further by its streamlined nature. This example has been freshly serviced and is reported to be in fine working order.
It's a vanishingly rare classic, and once the engine is brought to life and the car is in your hands, will no doubt prove a very, very rewarding one.
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