Photos provided by the vendor
*Video added at the bottom*

Highlights

Fiat 126 650cc engine with fully synchronised gearbox
Striking gold paint scheme
Abarth motifs on the sump, wheels, badging and seats
Removable Abarth sign on the back (as shown in the pictures)

The Appeal

Founded in 1949, Abarth forged a reputation for making small, everyday Fiats into seriously competitive sports cars and the name lives on as part of the Fiat brand to this day.

Here we have a charming recreation that pays homage to those quick 500s of the 1960s. Based upon a 1965 example and featuring a number of mechanical and cosmetic enhancements, this funsize pocket rocket really is a go-kart for the road.

The History and Paperwork

Not much is know of this car’s history besides the fact it was converted to an Abarth replica some years ago
Road registered in Italy
Indicates 51,227 kilometres on the five-figure odometer

The Interior

Black vinyl sports seats with Abarth transfers applied to the headrests
Besides some gentle wear, the upholstery presents very well with no obvious signs of damage
No UV damage evident to the dashboard
Ribbed rubber matting on the floors and bulkhead as per original specification
Black overmats with yellow piping and Abarth motifs in good condition
Sports steering wheel suited to spirited driving
Underslung stereo in reach of the driver
Overall, a tidy interior with some choice sporting appointments

The Exterior

Striking gold paint scheme that can’t fail to be noticed
Additional ventilation scoop and Abarth trim
Abarth branded sports wheels in very nice shape
The vendor forms us the pant was applied some years ago and it looks to have held up really well
Besides the odd small blemish that the vendor points out, the paint appears really sound
There are a few bodywork imperfections, but nothing especially noticeable
All of the trim and light lenses continue to present well
Underneath, the floor pans and sills appear in sound order so far as we could see and the vendor does not report any structural corrosion

The Mechanics

650cc Fiat 126 engine
Fully synchronised four-speed gearbox
Reportedly in a great state of tune with an Abarth sump fitted
We note a rubber fuel primer bulb has been fitted inside the engine compartment
A sports exhaust delivers a pleasing rasp
The vendor informs us that it drives well with no issues to report

Summary

You don’t always need V12 supercars to have fun and this Abarth recreation exemplifies the simple pleasure of driving a small, lightweight car on skinny tyres.

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