HIGHLIGHTS
- Recently restored
- Repainted in the original Aquamarine Blue
- New upholstery and interior trim
- Thoroughly overhauled mechanics
- A beautiful 500 F in nice shape, having just received an extensive restoration
THE APPEAL
Produced from 1957 to 1975, the Fiat 500 is one of the most beloved and collected small cars in the world, celebrated by thousands of clubs and very popular rallies.
Launched in 1965 and built until 1968, the 500 F represented an important evolutionary step in the long history of the 500, adopting front-hinged doors, a larger windscreen, updated finishes and introducing a few mechanicals improvements including a more powerful 18 hp engine.
At the same time, the F retains some nice features of the first series, both on the outside, with the simple chrome wraparound bumpers and the original FIAT front shield, and on the inside, with the attractive original metal dashboard, lovely two-tone seats and the old-fashioned instrument panel with a single large Veglia Borletti gauge.
Always carefully preserved and garaged, this 500 F has just received a meticulous professional restoration and appears in very nice shape.
We are told that during the restoration the bodywork, still in fair condition, was partially repaired, with the replacement of the front end outer and inner sheet metal and of the battery cradle.
The solid and rust-free undercarriage and fenders have been preserved and the entire car has been repainted both inside and outside in the original Aquamarine Blue color.
In the restored interior, the seats were dismantled and the frames cleaned and repainted before being covered with new padding and new two-tone sky upholstery.
The dashboard has been repainted and all interior components, apart from the original restored speedometer and steering wheel, are new.
The dashboard has been repainted and all interior components, apart from the original restored speedometer and steering wheel, are new.
The mechanics have been carefully overhauled, and the electrical system has been completely rewired.
Well sorted and very nice looking, this 500 is ready to drive and the seller guarantees that it does not need any further work.
Well sorted and very nice looking, this 500 is ready to drive and the seller guarantees that it does not need any further work.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
- Registered in Italy in 1968
- Italian documents
- Will be MOTd by the seller before delivery
This 500 is accompanied by its updated Italian registration documents.
MOT will be carried out by the seller before delivery if so requested by the buyer.
THE INTERIOR
- Just restored interior
- Restored original Veglia Borletti gauge
- Original two-spoke Bakelite and polyester steering wheel
- Seats with restored frames and new padding
- Seats and door panels with new two-tone sky upholstery
- New seals
- Many new interior components
- New canvas sunroof
- New carpet and mats
THE EXTERIOR
- Repainted in the original Aquamarine Blue
- New front end
- New canvas sunroof
- Chrome-plated hubcaps
- Shiny brightwork
- Restored lettering and badges
- Professionally polished bodywork
- Intact and clean undercarriage
THE MECHANICS
- 499 cc air-cooled twin-cylinder 18 hp engine
- Four-speed gearbox
- Overhauled engine
- Rewired electrical system
- Overhauled brakes
- Overhauled steering system
- New tyres
SUMMARY
The prices of the Fiat 500, increasingly desired throughout the world for its pleasant appearance and its verve, are constantly rising.
The great availability of spare parts and accessories makes maintenance simple and allows the enthusiasts to customize their cars according to their likings.
This particular car represents a great opportunity to get behind the wheel of a 500 with the beautiful vintage look of the first series, a recently renovated bodywork and interior and well sorted mechanics, ready to give a lot of fun to its next owner.
BEFORE YOU BUY
BEFORE YOU BUY
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
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