Description
Fiat 500 L registered January 1971, completely restored three years ago.
Used exclusively during spring and summer periods, it has covered approximately 4, 500 km since restoration.
A very well-maintained car, built with the aim of combining reliability, driving pleasure and fun, whilst maintaining brilliant yet usable mechanics.
The engine has been completely overhauled, runs smoothly and is responsive from low revs, with a much sharper response compared to the original.
Features:
Fiat 126 cylinder head with enlarged valves, enlarged inlet and exhaust ports and skimmed flame deck for a final compression ratio of 10. 5:1
Weber 28 carburettor bored to 29 and properly worked.
80/ 40 camshaft
Lightened flywheel at approximately 3. 5kg
Fiat 500 crankshaft completely overhauled with new main bearing shells and new connecting rod bearings.
Electronic ignition with various advance curves 123 ignition.
Also fitted with electronic low-pressure fuel pump and alternator.
The gearbox was overhauled approximately 1000 km ago as it previously had a 500 gearbox, now fitted with a 126 gearbox with precise and quiet engagement, also suitable for longer journeys. Completely overhauled as well with 8/ 39 crown wheel and pinion, new bearing kit and enlarged half-shafts.
The suspension has been revised to improve stability and safety, with front disc brakes, swing-axle suspension, adjustable shock absorbers, whilst at the rear short-stroke shock absorbers and 18mm springs.
The car is fitted with 12-inch wheels with 165/ 60 tyres.
Refurbished and functional interior, with complete instrumentation, audio system installed and updated electrical system for future improvements.
Button ignition and brake pedal.
The car is ready to be enjoyed, requires no work and is suitable for both touring use and more spirited driving.
Sale due to change of vehicle.
