Highlights
- It has recently undergone extensive maintenance and tuning
- A 1500 of great elegance faithful to the original features
- A practical and charming four-seater saloon
- Accompanied by a wealth of historical documentation from its early years
The Appeal
Distinguished by its simple and essential name, the 1500 is Fiat's 1960s saloon par excellence: a four-door that at first glance appears rather conventional, but on closer inspection reveals numerous interesting and original styling details.
This 1965 1500 appears very well preserved, and gives us the opportunity to appreciate the many avant-garde solutions that characterise it, such as the roof projecting towards the rear and the hint of fins on the rear lights. Finished in a sober white colour scheme with a contrasting burgundy vinyl interior, it is in excellent condition and shows only slight traces of its almost sixty years of age.
This 1500 is in equally good condition mechanically as well, thanks to the significant attention recently received by the seller and a thorough and comprehensive service. It is offered for sale with an MOT valid until March 2026, which further confirms its excellent condition.
These cars were highly appreciated at the time for their handling, comfort and performance, and this splendid example gives us the opportunity to rediscover these qualities.
History and Paperwork
- First registered on 1 February 1965
- Accompanied by various documents from its early years, as shown in the photographs
- Documents include Revision certificates and first registration documents
- Registration certificate in the name of the current owner
- Many works carried out recently and summarised below
- Odometer shows 8,792 km but actual mileage is likely to be higher
The Condition
- The white paintwork is in very good condition, with few traces of ageing
- The exterior presents very well, with correct panels and no damage to report
- Chroming appears to be original and is complete and in good condition, with a few faint marks
- Headlights also well preserved, with bright bezels and no visible damage
- Underbody in good condition and recently overhauled
- Fitted with the correct steel wheels with Fiat chrome hubcaps and tyres that appear to have been installed recently
- Bordeaux vinyl upholstered interior in good condition, unmodified and true to factory specification
- There are some signs of wear on the front seats, with some tears along the stitching lines
- Other upholstery appears well-preserved and the rear sofa appears to be in good condition
- The interior trim appears original and correct, with few signs of ageing
- Equipped with good quality rubber floor mats to protect the floor
- Original dashboard and controls, with horizontal odometer and vintage radio
- We have been informed that the switches and instruments are in perfect condition
The Mechanics
- Lampredi' 4-cylinder 1,481cm³ engine with 75 hp
- Engine compartment in good order as shown in the photos
- 4-speed manual gearbox with lever on the steering wheel
- Extensive restoration work summarised below
- Recently calibrated and tuned
- No operating or driving problems reported to us
Recent restoration work included:
- Rear brake cylinders and shoes
- Rear brake hose
- 2 front brake hoses
- Front brake callipers
- Front brake fluid reservoir
- Brake master cylinder
- Brake fluid change and system cleaning
- Replace central silencer and exhaust system endpipe
- Replace accelerator pedal
- Release starter cable
- Cleaning and adjusting carburettor
- Replace fuel pump, various hoses and fuel filter
- Replacing air filter
- Pair of platinum-plated needles
- Replace condenser and spark plugs
- New engine oil and filter
- Replace transmission oil and differential oil
- Replace alternator belt
- Replace clutch fluid
- Various electrical service work (including engine compartment light)
- General greasing
- Engine tune-up with timing check and exhaust value adjustment
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