Description
Charterhouse Auctioneers are pleased to offer this lot in their classic car auction on Sunday 16th July, 2017 at Classic & Supercars, Sherborne Castle, Sherborne, Dorset. DT9 5NR
Viewing: Saturday 15th July, 10. 00 am – 5. 00 pm & Sunday 16th from 10. 00 am
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Lot 44
A 1938 Fiat Topolino 500A (little mouse) registration number ENK 281, chassis number 048766, green. This extremely rare right hand drive Topolino comes direct from the deceased estate of a well known enthusiast's stable which included both Bugatti and Bentley models. The Topolino was introduced in 1936 and would remain little altered until 1948. It was designed to be a large car in miniature and incorporated some advanced features such as water cooled four cylinder engine, 12 volt electrics, four speed gearbox with synchromesh on third and fourth gears, independent front suspension and hydraulic brakes. In period the diminutive Fiat found favour with some of the most famous racing drivers of the day, including Prince Bira, Earl Howe, Richard Seaman, Rob Walker and Charles Blackenbury. This charming example, which we have the pleasure in offering for auction, has a fascinating history with a detailed inventory of past owners from the first a Mr Collin Victor Campbell to the current registered keeper who acquired the Fiat in 1987, an engine rebuild invoice and sundry paperwork including receipts, MOTs and maintenance notes. Presented with green coachwork, black roll top roof and fawn cloth interior, this rare Topolino will require recommissioning after a time in dry storage, but once recommissioned this little mouse will cut a dash. V5, MOT and tax exempt See illustrations
Estimate £8, 000 - 9, 000
