Highlights
- Based on a 500 F; extensively restored to ‘Jolly’ specification, completed in August 2025
- Original 110 F engine and gearbox retained
- Marine-grade 316 stainless steel bumpers, handrails and side bars, hand-sanded and polished
- Natural wicker seats and wicker storage compartment
- Italian revisione valid until May 2028
The Appeal
The Fiat 500 Jolly is among the most coveted incarnations of the Cinquecento. Inspired by the original Ghia-built beach cars of the 1950s and 1960s, the Jolly, with its open body, wicker furniture and nautical detailing, has become an enduring symbol of Mediterranean leisure. The "America" specification adds further desirability to an already charismatic package.
This example was extensively rebuilt on a Fiat 500 F base, with the restoration completed in August 2025. The original 110 F engine and gearbox have been retained, while all supporting systems, electrical, braking and fuel, were renewed during the build. The bodywork is homologated as B1 (open), and the Italian revisione is current until May 2028.
The vendor states the vehicle is running and functioning in every respect, and it has been used for events and weddings since completion. With its restoration now approximately eleven months old, this Jolly America presents a ready-to-enjoy opportunity.
Key Information
- Mileage: 40,474 km indicated
- Country of registration: Italy
- Technical inspection status: Italian revisione valid until May 2028
- Technical specs: 499cc air-cooled two-cylinder ‘110 F’ engine paired with a four-speed manual transaxle
- Paperwork: registration document supplied
The Detail
- Restoration completed in August 2025, based on a Fiat 500 F
- All-new electrical system fitted during the restoration
- All-new braking system fitted during the restoration
- New fuel tank, float and fuel lines
- New nuts, bolts and fasteners used throughout
- New wheels and hubcaps
- New whitewall tyres with 3cm vulcanised white band
- Front "Big Eyes" lighting units
- Rear "D" lighting units
- Bumpers, handrails, side bars and passenger handle in 316 marine-grade stainless steel, hand-sanded and hand-polished
- Natural wicker seats and wicker storage compartment
- Removable roof with multi-stripe patterned canvas
- Side ropes fitted
- Optional awning/canopy available
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