Highlights
- Superb looking Abarth replica
- Fantastic condition throughout
- Ready to drive and enjoy
The Appeal
The fiat 500 might have been a resounding success for the Italian car manufacturer, but the Abarth was the one everyone wanted. With improvements to performance and some serious style, the Abarth was an instant classic that’s as appealing today as it was almost 60 years ago. This is a very well created replica, with attention having been paid to every detail this Fiat 500 looks like the Abarth 595, that is to say, fantastic.
Restored in Italy with Pearl White and grey paintwork coupled with the red sunroof and interior, it’s a fantastic looking Abarth replica that has clearly been well cared for. It’s an easy to own classic with plenty of Italian style and a real pleasure to drive, making it the perfect classic microcar.
The History and Paperwork
- V5 Present and correct
- MOT and tax exempt
- First UK registered in 2017
- V112 MOT exemption declaration
- MOT from 2017 at point of import
The Interior
- Excellent condition throughout
- Retrimmed in full Abarth livery
- Red leatherette seats with matching carpeting in superb condition
- Red canvas sunroof presents very well
- Abarth steering wheel completes the Abarth look
- Door cards, trim, handles and other ancillary components all in very good condition
The Exterior
- Finished in the gorgeous Pearl White and grey of the modern fiat 500, with chequer detailing on the guttering
- Fantastic looking car from any angle
- Abarth badging
- Four excellent Borrani wheels
- Brightwork all presents very well
- Light lenses, trim, windows and sunroof all present very well
The Mechanics
- The owner informs us it has been fitted with the 126 engine and matching gearbox
- Kept garaged by the current owner
- The owner informs us that the car starts and runs well, idling smoothly with no unwanted noises
- Engine and engine bay present very well
- The owner tell us that he has had the main oil seal replaced
- Underside of the car presents well
- The owner informs us that the car drives exactly as it should, accelerating well and shifting smoothly (the 126 gearbox has a synchromesh unlike the original crash box)
Summary
The original FIat 500 is an undeniably cool car and the Abarth took that cool to another level. With full Abarth livery and the fantastic Pearl White and grey paintwork this Abarth replica is a great looking car from any angle. As well as the looks it benefits from the much improved Fiat 126 engine and it’s in superb condition throughout, ready to drive and enjoy.
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