2016 Fiat Abarth 595C Competizione

Highlights

  • Well specified with key options
  • 38,825 miles indicated
  • Full service history
  • MOT to January 2024
  • Recent service including cambelt

The Appeal

Taking the cute little Fiat 500 city car as its base, the Abarth 595 is a very different animal from its immediate forebear. With pumped up, sporty styling inside and out, not to mention a tuned and upgraded 1.4-litre turbo engine that pushes out a meaty 180hp, it’s a properly fun and engaging little hot hatch.
This particular example is the ‘C’ variant, which adds a full-length, roll-back fabric roof – a lovely way to add to the drama and enjoy that fruity exhaust note while basking in the sunshine. It presents in good overall condition, with a full service history, full MOT and recent cambelt change. So it’s ready to go and should provide its new owners with some glorious driving memories this spring and summer.

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The History and Paperwork

  • First registered in January 2016
  • One owner from new
  • 38,825 miles indicated (as of 26th January 2023)
  • Private plate is being retained, the vehicle will come on its original registration: LO65HLX
  • Current MOT to January 2024
  • Full service history (yearly from new) – last stamp at 38,825 miles on 26th January 2023 which included the cambelt
  • Owner’s handbook included
  • Original order sheet present and correct

The Interior

  • Optional Sabelt sports seats, trimmed in leather and Alcantara, finished with red contrast stitching and ‘595’ embroidered logos
  • All of the upholstery looks to be in fine condition, with no notable wear we could see
  • Black carpets and complementary floor mats are fitted
  • There are some light scuffs and marks to the door cards
  • Factory option ‘Interscope’ sound system with CD and radio
  • Parking sensors
  • Bluetooth connectivity, offering hands-free phone calls
  • Multi-function steering wheel – some wear is evident to the buttons
  • Dual zone climate control
  • Electric windows and door mirrors
  • All of the trim and switchgear looks to be in good order, with light signs of use
  • The boot is neatly trimmed with grey carpet, which presents with no damage apparent

The Exterior

  • Factory option Metallic Record Grey paintwork shows well, with some minor marks and blemishes, but overall in good condition
  • Full-length roll-back fabric roof intact and seems to be free from UV damage or tears, but may benefit from a clean
  • All of the bodywork looks clean and straight, with no corrosion we could discern
  • We noted a small scuff to the off-side rear wheel arch
  • At the front, there is a small scuff to the near-side front bumper and the near-side fog light trim is missing
  • Xenon headlights
  • Factory option 17-inch ‘Formula’ alloy wheels with a matt black finish are in good condition, with a few minor kerb marks

The Mechanics

  • 1,368cc Garrett-turbocharged inline-four, offering 180hp/250Nm to the front wheels
  • Factory performance figures of 0-62 in 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 140mph
  • Factory fitted Brembo performance brakes front and rear
  • Full service history – recent service in January 2023 included the cambelt, a new thermostat and a new brake light switch
  • We’re assured by the vendor that the car drives well, with no issues they are aware of

Summary

With a handsome specification, some choice factory options and that ‘thousand miles of sky’ roof, this charming little performance machine should be an absolute hoot to drive. If you value fun and driving enjoyment above all else, this is well worth considering.
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Vehicle specification
  • Year 2016
  • Make Fiat
  • Model 500
  • Colour Grey
  • Odometer 38,825 Miles
  • Engine size 1368
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Location London
  • Country United Kingdom
Bidding history
33 bids
  • fr•••• £12,250 17/02/23
  • fr•••• £12,000 17/02/23
  • Ja•••• £11,750 17/02/23
  • fr•••• £11,500 17/02/23
  • Ge•••• £11,250 17/02/23
  • fr•••• £11,000 17/02/23
  • Ge•••• £10,750 17/02/23
  • fr•••• £10,500 17/02/23
  • Ge•••• £8,600 17/02/23
  • h.•••• £8,500 17/02/23
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