Light mechanical and restoration work was undertaken by the previous owner, an ex-Rolls-Royce engineer
Advisory-free MOT valid until 4th January 2025
Has been part of a car collection most of its life
The Appeal
Alongside the likes of Abarth, fellow Italian engine tuner Giannini proved proficient at encouraging more horsepower from Fiat engines. The firm coaxed 30 bhp from the 126, widened the wings, fitted a sports exhaust, stiffened suspension, front disc brakes and alloy wheels.
This 1984 Fiat 126 Giannini GP believed to be one of only 17 examples produced. It has been well cared for, with light mechanical and restoration work undertaken by the previous owner, an ex-Rolls-Royce engineer. The Fiat is in very good order throughout and is superbly presented in readiness for sale. The vendor reports that it starts readily, runs well and drives as it should with no apparent faults.
The History and Paperwork
First registered in 1984
Believed by the vendor to be one of only 17 examples produced
One former UK registered keeper
MOT valid until 4th January 2025
Invoices from the previous owner for work undertaken
40 years old this winter - advantageous for road tax, MOT and ULEZ exemption
The Condition
Giannini styling cues, badges, trim and sticker all in very good order with light patina
Straight and solid-looking bodywork
Smart alloy wheels
Well-presented underside
The interior also presents well and is very clean
No notable wear to the upholstery, controls or switchgear
Minor wear to the gearstick, pedals, and floor
The odometer has been changed to display miles - the original clock, (which shows kilometres), is included with the car
The Mechanics
652 cc two-cylinder engine
Four-speed manual gearbox
Sports exhaust
Stiffened suspension
Front disc brakes (drums at the rear)
Impeccable engine compartment
Reportedly running and driving very well indeed with no apparent faults
Light mechanical overhaul carried out by the previous owner in the UK
No MOT advisories recorded during the last MOT test
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