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Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, DerbyshireViewing: Tues 28th July from 1pmAuction 29th July, 2026 12:00Location: Pavilion Gardens St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE Registration No: BNH 263FChassis No: 2244364MOT: ExemptSubject to a full restoration and repaintOverhauled engine and gearbox with overhauled brakes and suspensionImported in 2017 and offered with current V5c documentA masterpiece of minimalist motoring, the Dante Giacosa designed ‘Nuova’ 500 was launched in 1957 to replace the famous and much loved 500 ‘Topolino’. Not so much styled as designed around the mechanicals and space for 2 adults and 2 (very small!) children the tiny bulbous body gave the 500 huge character and was an instant success both at home and abroad. Powered by a miniscule twin-cylinder 499cc air cooled engine and with a four speed crash gearbox the 500 was not as basic as it seemed with all independent suspension, and in later years a heater, headlamp flasher and full length sunroof as standard when many much more expensive cars still listed these as options. Progressively refined, though never substantially altered throughout an 18 year production run which lasted until 1975, even an estate model called the Giardiniera was produced which was surprisingly spacious due to the fact that the rear mounted engine was laid on its side. More information to follow: ** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply** Entry by catalogue and can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people)
