Highlights
- Purchased from a Epoca Motors in Barcelona in 2024
- Repainted in a Ferrari shade of red prior to current ownership
- French collection carte grise with matching serial numbers
- Service book present and stamped from 1986 onwards, we are told
- Valid French technical inspection until March 2027
The Appeal
The SEAT 600 is Spain's answer to the Fiat 600, a licence-built version of the iconic Italian city car that became a symbol of Spain's economic growth during the 1960s and 70s. The 600 E, fitted with the enlarged 767cc engine, represents the final and most refined evolution of the model. These charming rear-engined microcars are increasingly sought after by collectors on both sides of the Pyrenees.
This 1970 example is registered in France on a collection carte grise. It was purchased in May 2024 from Epoca Motors in Barcelona, and had been repainted in a Ferrari shade of red prior to the current owner's acquisition. We are told the service book is present with stamps from 1986 onwards, providing a degree of documented history. The bodywork presents well overall, though some corrosion and minor rust spots are noted. Inside, the black interior shows age-commensurate wear. A valid French technical inspection is in place until March 2027, with only minor deficiencies recorded. The car is being sold on behalf of the owner, who is unable to keep it for health reasons.
Key Information
- Mileage: 3,119 miles displayed; the odometer is believed to have gone around the clock or been replaced
- Country of registration: France
- Technical inspection status: valid until March 2027, with minor deficiencies noted
- Technical specs: rear-mounted 767cc water-cooled inline-four, four-speed manual
- Paperwork: service book reportedly present and stamped from 1986 onwards; French collection carte grise with matching serial numbers
The Detail
- Repainted in a Ferrari shade of red by Epoca Motors in Barcelona prior to the current owner's purchase
- Three-spoke OMP steering wheel fitted
- Cassette-stereo present
- Black vinyl interior
- Push-out front quarter light windows
- Fire extinguisher fitted
- The vendor describes the bodywork as in very good general condition
- Corrosion noted on the chassis at the front right
- A few slight rust spots visible on the sills
- Small nick on the dashboard
- Passenger seat has a split
- Reportedly starts first time
- Some play in the steering noted
- The vendor states the car is pleasant to drive
- Inspection advisories include electrical wiring slightly deteriorated, windscreen wiper blades need replacing, rear service brake imbalance, and tracking at +10.0m/km
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