Highlights
- Stunning restoration
- Sliding sunroof
- MOT January 2025
- Period Tanga clip-in radio
The Appeal
Even today, if you venture into any Italian city you’re bound to come across a Fiat 500. The multi-million selling microcar was not only a means of transport, but also a national institution. Today’s collectors the world over clamour to get their hands on the best examples of what is one of the most collectable, cherished and recognisable cars ever made.
This one, freshly restored and from a private collection, is as good as they get. It’s a 1969 500L, the L meaning ‘Lusso’, or ‘Luxury’, which brings such decadence as sliding canvas sunroof, opening quarterlights and carpets.
The vendor has recently had the car restored by an Italian Fiat 500 specialist and it’s presented for sale in superb, freshly painted condition. Everything was unbolted and stripped and either replaced or refurbished.
Its early history is unknown, but then essentially you’re buying a new car given how thorough the rebuild is. It also comes with some delightful period improvements, such as a removable Tanga radio (itself very collectable) and a revised steering block. The vendor is also including some brand new carpet mats, replacement wheel trims and an MPH speedo fascia, which are included in the sale for the new owner to attach should they wish.
Overall, it’s a gorgeous example of one of the all-time classic icons, finished in one of the best colours and restored to an exceptionally high standard.
It looks fantastic and appears to be in great health mechanically – a wonderfully characterful classic that’s ready to jump into and enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
- UK V5C
- MOT January 2025 – but also tax, MOT and ULEZ/CAZ exempt
- English language Fiat 500 owners’ handbook in perfect condition
- Two key sets
- Full written record of restoration work carried out including invoices from Italian specialist totalling over £6,900
- All import documentation
- Detachable Tanga radio in leather case
- It was ordered by an II WW military injured in the right arm so with an RHD car was able to shift with the left hand
The Condition
- Lovely restoration to high standard of finish
- Near flawless Positano Yellow paintwork – just some very tiny marks
- Appears solid underneath and has been comprehensively undersealed
- Excellent chrome and trim with correct badges all round
- All-new window and door seals
- Period-correct Pirelli Cinturato vintage-style tyres
- Brand new set of hub caps in packaging, to be fitted
- Fold-back canvas sunroof
- Excellent black vinyl seats with matching door cards, also in fine order
- Good carpets
- Delightful (working) Tanga detachable radio with mono speaker
- UK-spec MPH speedo fascia included
- Black vinyl-covered dash in excellent order
- Spotless fuel tank and front luggage area
- Very good inner wings and inner engine bay
- New set of tailored carpet mats included
- Lovely, well-restored car in a fantastic, iconic colour
The Mechanics
- 499cc air-cooled twin
- Fully refurbished as part of restoration
- Vendor reports that the car starts and runs well and is massively entertaining to drive
- Freshly serviced and good to go
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