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HIGHLIGHTS
- Comprehensively restored
- Original plates
- Original upholstery
- A charming and thoroughly restored 500 with efficient mechanics
THE APPEAL
Sold from 1957 to 1975, during its long life the Fiat 500 has charmed countless fans all over the world, thanks to its irresistible design, its unexpected practicality and its unique, fun and engaging driving experience.
Iconic and immediately recognisable, it is the most versatile and usable microcar and enjoys the passionate support of hundreds of clubs around the world and a huge availability of spare parts that make its maintenance extremely simple.
Launched in 1968, the 500 L “Lusso” was a more equipped and mature 500. The most obvious outside difference is the adoption of chrome tubes to protect the bumpers (the so-called little-Hercules system), to offer to the ride of choice of Italian city-dwellers greater protection in parking lots and in urban traffic.
Outside, the new rectangular FIAT badge and the chrome-plated windshield and rear window frame add a touch of refinement, while inside a new black plastic dashboard with a larger instrument panel and convenient storage compartments offer greater practicality and give the cabin a more modern look.
This particular 500 L is in very good condition, having always been carefully looked after and scrupulously maintained after receiving a thorough professional restoration a few years ago, which included sandblasting, fixing and repainting the bodywork, accurate repairs of the undercarriage and a thorough engine overhaul.
Still equipped with its original plates, this 500 is ready to give great fun to its next owner and a smile to those who will see it drive by.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
- First registered on 1/1/1971
- Italian registration documents
- Original plates
- Valid MOT
- Original manuals
Carefully maintained and rarely used after a comprehensive restoration, this 500 is supplied with its valid Italian registration documents and up-to-date MOT.
The beautiful and rare original plates represent a considerable added value, giving the car an unaltered and period-correct appearance.
The presence of the original documents and maintenance manuals testifies to the great care with which it was preserved.
THE INTERIOR
- In very good general condition
- Flawless original seats, door cards and dashboard
- Efficient and well-preserved instrument panel
- New carpeting
- All seals in good condition
- New canvas sunroof
THE EXTERIOR
- Restored bodywork in very good condition
- Spotless bumpers and brightwork
- Chrome-plated hubcaps
- New canvas sunroof
- Clean and intact windshield and windows
- Flawless headlights, taillights and indicators
- Restored lettering and badges
- Chrome-plated luggage rack
- Clean restored undercarriage
THE MECHANICS
- Thoroughly overhauled 499cc 18cv inline-twin air-cooled engine
- Four-speed gearbox
- New filters and spark plugs
- Lights, electrical system and all ancillaries in perfect working order
- New tyres
- Always carefully maintained
SUMMARY
Even though the prices of vintage 500s are higher than ever and constantly on the rise, the small Fiats still represent an accessible, charming and easy to maintain classic vehicle and is one of the most amusing small cars ever.
The 500L, one of the most luxurious and well equipped of the 500s, offers greater comfort, a more relaxing driving experience and unexpected verve.
This 500 in very good condition is ready to use and requires no further work.
The thorough restoration, the well presented interior and the rare original plates are important added values that make it a true time capsule and a very interesting purchase.
BEFORE YOU BUY
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