Highlights

In excellent condition throughout
Many Abarth parts fitted
Extensively serviced

The Appeal

This Fiat 126 was built in Poland and has subsequently been restored and improved with the addition of many ‘Abarth’ branded parts: from the badges to the seats and even the engine’s finned aluminium sump is proudly emblazoned with the name.

The car comes with an extensive history folder which even includes its original sales invoice from a dealer in Krakow. It was converted to Abarth specification by a specialist in Poland before being imported to the UK in 2016. The accompanying paperwork shows that it has been subject to extensive regular maintenance, and its MOT is valid until May 2023.

Overall, this Fiat appears to be in exceptionally good condition and looks like it would be an absolute riot of fun to drive at any speed. And you’ll never struggle to find a parking space it’ll fit in.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in Poland on 15th May 1996
Purchased from a Krakow Fiat dealer
Original sales invoice included
Converted to Abarth specification in Poland
Imported to the UK in 2016
Purchased by the current owner in June 2021
Stored in a heated underground garage
Original owner’s handbook included
Polish registration paperwork
Two sets of keys
Three former UK keepers
MOT valid until 23rd May 2023
Extensive invoices for parts and servicing
£680 spent on servicing in May 2022

The Interior

Abarth interior branding throughout, including seats, steering wheel, carpets and gear knob
The upholstery looks very well preserved, with new seats, door cards and headlining having been fitted
Modern Pioneer stereo
Speakers fitted front and rear
The dashboard is clean, tidy and in very presentable condition
Bold, clear instruments
A voltmeter and tachometer have been added
All switches, gauges and buttons are said to function without fault
Useful lined load area under the bonnet
Full size spare wheel

The Exterior

The excellent white paintwork suits this little Fiat perfectly
The paint is in excellent condition throughout, with hardly a scratch to be seen
The panels look straight and the doors have good shut lines
It features Abarth transfers along its length and Abarth badges
Chrome plated bumpers, free from pitting and dents
Yellow-lensed spot lamps adorn the bumpers
Lamp lenses look clear and bright
The seals and plastic trim look fresh
Abarth branded alloy wheels in very good condition
The Falken tyres retain good tread
Underneath, the bodyshell looks to be well preserved, with a little surface corrosion to be expected
It looks free from obvious damage and defects
A set of chrome window frames is included in the sale, brand new and in their boxes, as well as a fitted car cover

The Mechanics

704cc rear-mounted twin-cylinder engine
Comprehensively serviced in May 2022
New battery fitted
New fuel pump and fuel hoses
New brake shoes, front brake cylinders, brake and clutch fluid and handbrake cable
Electronic ignition fitted
‘Abarth’ branded finned engine oil sump and rocker cover
Transverse leaf springs appear to have been replaced, along with shock absorbers and bump stops
The car has clearly been well maintained by its previous owners
The engine bay is in exceptionally clean condition, with little sign of use
Some corrosion can be seen on the sports exhaust

Summary

A tastefully improved example of this charming model, with plenty of Abarth appeal.

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