Photos supplied by the seller
Highlights
- Giardiniera in very good condition
- White with black interior
- We are told that this vehicle has been very well maintained and is in perfect working order.
The Appeal
When the Fiat 500 became one of the best-selling cars in the world on its release, it's no surprise that the Italian brand started offering as many variations as the little car could afford. The Giardiniera, with an extended cabin and slightly longer wheelbase, is a significant example - and is perhaps one of the smallest estate cars in history.
The Giardinera was so popular that Autobianchi resumed production in 1966.
This white-liveried example from 1974 arrives here in very good condition and would, we're told, drive as well as if it had just rolled off the production line - with plenty of originality and a strong character characteristic of that unique era.
History and Documents
- Manufactured in 1974
- Currently based in Belgium
- Currently has 75,516 miles on the five-figure odometer
- Appears to be as close to original condition as possible
- We have not been made aware of any documentation or service history
The Condition
- Attractive white paintwork with some signs of use
- Note a scratch on the right-hand door
- The bodywork is straight and well maintained, with no dents, scratches or particular defects
- All trim and glazing appear to be in good condition
- The fabric roof is clean and in good condition
- The car is fitted with its original disc wheels
- The tyres still have a consistent tread pattern according to our information
- The underside is clean and well maintained
- Inside, the car is austere, a characteristic of this model, but full of character
- The upholstery shows slight signs of wear, but we can't find any tears
- The dashboard is clean and well maintained
- All instruments are well presented
- Door panels and headlining appear to be in good condition.
- The floor mats are in good condition
The Mechanics
- 17.5bhp 499cc OHV in-line twin-cylinder engine
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- Service history unknown
- The engine compartment appears to be in good condition
- We have not been informed of any mechanical problems
- The car runs, as reported to us, as well as can be expected
- We have no reports of leaks, knocks, strange noises or smoke coming from the engine
BEFORE YOU BUY
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