Highlights

Completely restored and repainted in Giallo Positano
Converted to pick-up in 2024
Mechanics completely overhauled
New electrical system and lighting system replaced

The Attractions

While the British Mini was also produced in a pick-up version, Fiat has never officially offered a corresponding variant of its small 500.

And that's really a shame, because it would certainly have proved very useful for transporting goods and materials in the cobbled streets of picturesque Italian villages. Fiat did, however, produce a station wagon version of the 500, the 'Giardiniera', and a van variant, known as the 'Commerciale' or 'Furgoncino'. For this reason, the owners of this Giardiniera decided to modify its bodywork to create the vehicle that Fiat did not make. We are sure you will agree that the result is truly remarkable.

This 500 has received a complete restoration of the entire body, the interior and the mechanics, and is now ready to be admired and appreciated both as a truly unique collector's car and as a practical and fun companion.

History and Documentation

Based on a 1969 Giardiniera
Has had five previous owners
Last serviced on 27 April 2024
The odometer shows 1,564 km, but the actual mileage is unknown
The original number plates have been removed and can be viewed

Conditions

Bodywork completely restored and repainted to a high standard in Giallo Positano
Preserves the original upwind doors
The pick-up conversion was carried out with great care and appears to be factory original
A bulkhead with a large fixed rear window has been installed behind the passenger compartment
The rear floor is finished in wood and a hatch provides access to the engine
New chrome bumpers and original metal parts
Lighting system replaced with new components
Seats upholstered in black vinyl and brown floor mats
No traces of wear and tear detected, also in view of the very low mileage

Mechanics

Twin-cylinder 499 cc engine
Four-speed manual gearbox
Completely overhauled mechanics
Completely overhauled braking system
New tyres

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