The Fiat 1600S OSCA Cabriolet is one of the more fascinating products of 1960s Italian automotive collaboration. Born from a partnership between Fiat, Pininfarina, and the Maserati brothers' Officine Specializzate Costruzione Automobili (OSCA), the 1600S married elegant Pininfarina coachwork with a spirited twin-cam engine developed by OSCA. The result was a refined sporting cabriolet that punched well above its weight, and today these cars are highly prized for their rarity and the prestige of their engineering pedigree.

This 1965 example presents in black over red, and has been the subject of a thorough professional restoration carried out over two years by a specialist in the Fiat and Alfa Romeo marques. The work, completed in 2021/2022, encompassed the chassis, bodywork, engine, running gear, interior, and fittings. The car is registered on a Carte Grise de Collection with a Contrôle Technique valid through to February 2028. For those seeking a rare and well-presented example of this OSCA-engined Fiat, this is a noteworthy opportunity.

Finished in black with a striking two-tone red and black interior, this Fiat features a classic three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel. The vendor describes the bodywork and paintwork as being in like-new condition, while the mechanical components are said to be very good with only minor signs of use. A removable hard top is also included, offering the flexibility of both open-top and coupé-style driving.

Power comes from the highly desirable 1,600cc OSCA twin-cam petrol engine, developed by the Maserati brothers’ Officine Specializzate Costruzione Automobili (OSCA), producing 90hp. The engine is paired with a four-speed manual transmission, delivering the engaging driving characteristics for which these rare sporting Fiats are renowned. Matching serial numbers are noted.

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