Highlights
- Abarth-tuned 650cc engine with an uprated exhaust
- Upgraded suspension and numerous Abarth extras
- Limited use over the past five years
- Serviced every year regardless of mileage
The Appeal
This rather handsome Fiat 500 pays homage to the iconic partnership between Fiat and Carlo Abarth, whose performance modifications transformed the humble 500 into a multi-race winner and spirited pocket rocket.
This 1973 500 has been enhanced with numerous Abarth-inspired upgrades, including a larger 650cc engine, a special exhaust system, and upgraded suspension components.
Imported from Racing Cars GIANNANTONIO in 2016 and subsequently registered in the UK, this left-hand drive classic has been used sparingly over the past five years, primarily for shows and car meets where it draws admiration. For enthusiasts seeking a characterful Italian classic with enhanced performance credentials, this Abarth-inspired 500 presents an exceedingly appealing opportunity.
The vendor says:
"It’s always the car that gets the most attention from the widest audience – people absolutely love it, it is a very pretty car. Great condition throughout."
This 1973 500 has been enhanced with numerous Abarth-inspired upgrades, including a larger 650cc engine, a special exhaust system, and upgraded suspension components.
Imported from Racing Cars GIANNANTONIO in 2016 and subsequently registered in the UK, this left-hand drive classic has been used sparingly over the past five years, primarily for shows and car meets where it draws admiration. For enthusiasts seeking a characterful Italian classic with enhanced performance credentials, this Abarth-inspired 500 presents an exceedingly appealing opportunity.
The vendor says:
"It’s always the car that gets the most attention from the widest audience – people absolutely love it, it is a very pretty car. Great condition throughout."
History and Paperwork
- Left-hand drive Italian home market example
- Imported in 2016 from Racing Cars GIANNANTONIO
- Registered and MOT'd in UK in 2016/2017
- Exempt from MOT and road tax
- 6,998 km indicated
- Owner has multiple vehicles, resulting in limited use of the Fiat
- Very limited use in the past five years
- Only used for occasional shows, events and car meets
The Condition
- "Great condition throughout", the vendor comments
- Dry-stored and never used in the rain, we are told
- Abarth-style alloy wheels and badging
- Interior appears in smart condition
- Seatbelts fitted
- All internal and external features reportedly function properly
The vendor notes four minor bodywork issues (visible in pictures below):
- Small amount of bubbling around the front driver's wheel arch - very localised and solid (repairable, present since ownership)
- Small amount of bubbling around the bottom of the windscreen - very localised and solid (repairable, present since ownership)
- Small crack in the bonnet from accidentally leaving it unlatched
- Slight paint bubbling on parts of the boot, only visible in certain lighting conditions
The Mechanics
- 650cc air-cooled engine
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Abarth performance upgrades
- Uprated exhaust
- Upgraded suspension
- Custom steering wheel
- Various other upgraded parts
- Oil changed this year, we are told
- The vendor sats that the car runs and drives very well and the gearbox operates smoothly
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