Highlights
- Desirable Sisley specification in original Verde Tropico 377/F
- Extensive mechanical recommissioning with many new and rebuilt components
- Original interior retained and professionally detailed
- Entered into the Polish historic vehicle register with supporting expert documentation
- Substantial collection of spare parts included with the car
The Appeal
It was named after a famous two-tone Chinese bear, but really, the Panda 4x4 should have paid homage to Alpine Ibex, Italy’s famed mountain goat. Light, rugged and nimble it proved adept at surmounting the sort of rocky terrain familiar to the nation’s rural farmers.
The Sisley special edition moved away from the 4x4’s egalitarian theme to give buyers something more stylish and luxurious. It was a huge success and good, factory-standard examples with all their original features remain in high demand. Which is why we really like this 1990 example.
First registered in Italy in April 1991, it is finished in its original Verde Tropico 377/F, the colour most closely associated with the Sisley, and the vendor reports that the interior remains entirely original, having been professionally detailed rather than replaced. The cabin retains the period character that makes these cars so appealing.
Beneath the surface, the car has received a very extensive mechanical recommissioning. The list of work is substantial, covering the suspension, braking system, driveline, cooling system, electrics and more, with many components replaced outright. Model-specific exterior trim has been renewed with parts sourced from Italy, where such items are becoming increasingly scarce.
Now registered as a historic vehicle in Poland and accompanied by a large file of invoices and documentation, this Panda 4x4 Sisley presents a compelling opportunity. It is a car that combines genuine collectibility with real-world usability, and it comes with a substantial set of spare parts for the next custodian's peace of mind.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in Italy in April 1991
- Year of production: 1990
- VIN: ZFA141A0004663368
- Imported from Italy to Poland
- Entered into the Polish historic vehicle register with supporting expert assessment
- Italian ownership documentation present
- Polish expert documentation present
- Large file of invoices and documents accompanying the car, covering parts and service work
- The vehicle is not reported to be registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI)
- Currently located in Poland; transport can be arranged across Europe at the buyer's cost
- Spare parts included
The vendor says:
“The car is sold with a substantial set of additional new parts, including a number of factory-new items and other spares gathered during the restoration process. These will be included with the vehicle and may be useful for future maintenance or long-term ownership.”
Summary of restoration work:
Mechanical work:
- New ignition distributor and ignition leads
- Cooling system cleaned
- New alternator belt
- All fluids and filters replaced, including engine oil, gearbox oil and rear differential oil
- New oil sump
- New seals and gaskets where required
- Electrical system checked and repaired where necessary
- Switches and electrical components inspected or replaced
- New steering rods
- New complete wishbones
- New driveshafts with new boots
- New wheel hubs
- New brake disc shields
- New brake lines and brake calipers
- New front and rear shock absorber assemblies, including related mounts, covers, springs, bearings and steering knuckles
- Fully rebuilt driveshaft/prop shaft
- New intake manifold
- New radiator with accessories
- New dedicated tyres
- New front and rear lights
- New battery
- Suspension geometry carried out
- Gear linkage play removed using original repair kits and replacement moving components
- New external gearbox cover, original Fiat part
The vendor says:
“This is not a light refresh, but a broad mechanical rebuild aimed at making the car properly usable and reliable.”
Interior work
- New column stalks
- New light switch set
- Becker DTM High Speed radio, in excellent condition, with documents and discs
- JBL Stage3 speakers mounted in original Panda speaker housings
- New original Sisley steering wheel sourced from Italy
- The original steering wheel is also included with the car and is in decent condition
The vendor says:
“The interior is in very nice condition and remains entirely original. It has been professionally detailed, which has helped preserve the original cabin rather than over-restore it.”
Exterior work:
- New Fiat badges
- New Sisley badges, front, rear and sides
- New original door and wing mouldings
- New lights front and rear
- Refurbished and repainted wheels
The vendor says:
“These details are particularly important on a Sisley, as many of the version-specific trim parts are now difficult to find.”
The Condition
- Repainted in the original factory colour, Verde Tropico 377/F
- Body reported to have been in very good condition prior to the repaint
- Underside sandblasted, repaired in two localised areas and corrosion-protected
- Wheels refurbished and repainted
- Extensive new parts fitted to exterior as detailed above
- Interior reported to be entirely original and professionally detailed
- Many new parts fitted to interior to ensure car remains complete to Sisley spec
- Substantial set of additional new and spare parts included with the car
The Mechanics
- 1.0-litre petrol engine
- Five-speed manual gearbox
- Four-wheel drive system
- Long list of new mechanical and running gear parts listed above
- All fluids and filters replaced, including engine oil, gearbox oil and rear differential oil
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