"For UK-based buyers, a highly competitive fixed-rate shipping quote has been secured for: £1,500 via Freight Factory for all cars sold by this seller on auction.
Global shipping options also available, contact us for estimated shipping quotes"
Global shipping options also available, contact us for estimated shipping quotes"
Highlights
- Rare factory-optioned Borg Warner Strasbourg automatic transmission
- Previously owned by the Chairman of the Fiat Club Africa
- Preserved in a custom-built dry storage facility in South Africa
- Recent cylinder head rebuild and major service
- Well-preserved original condition
The Appeal
The Fiat 124 was a hugely influential vehicle, declared European Car of the Year in 1967 and formed the basis for the Soviet Lada, of which fifteen million units were sold. It was an advanced vehicle for its time, offering sophisticated engineering and comfort in a practical package.
This 1971 example stands out as a rare right-hand drive model with the factory-optioned Borg Warner Strasbourg automatic transmission, a combination seldom seen today. Having been part of the collection belonging to the Chairman of the Fiat Club Africa, this 124 Special has benefited from knowledgeable ownership and careful preservation in South Africa's temperate climate, resulting in a beautifully preserved survivor that retains all of its original character.
This 1971 example stands out as a rare right-hand drive model with the factory-optioned Borg Warner Strasbourg automatic transmission, a combination seldom seen today. Having been part of the collection belonging to the Chairman of the Fiat Club Africa, this 124 Special has benefited from knowledgeable ownership and careful preservation in South Africa's temperate climate, resulting in a beautifully preserved survivor that retains all of its original character.
History and Paperwork
- 1971 Fiat 124 Special Automatic in right-hand drive configuration
- Previously owned by and curated in the collection of Mr. I. Huntly, Chairman of the Fiat Club Africa
- Stored in a custom-built dry storage facility in Central South Africa
- 77,131 km indicated: mileage displayed is believed by the vendor to be correct, with wear commensurate
- International shipping options available via Freight Factory at pre-negotiated rates of £1,500 from Cape Town to Felixstowe, UK
The Condition
- Presents as a remarkable survivor in very good order
- High level of original preservation throughout
- Reportedly free from the typical corrosion issues that affected many European examples
- Finished in a period-correct 1970s mustard exterior colour
- Black factory leatherette interior preserved in superb original order for the car's age
The Mechanics
- 1.4-litre OHV four-cylinder engine
- Rare factory-optioned Borg Warner Strasbourg automatic transmission
- Recent cylinder head rebuild completed
- Major service recently performed
- The vendor states the car is a joy to drive
- Engine reportedly performs well and is well-suited to the automatic transmission
- Described as "surprisingly nippy" despite the automatic transmission
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