Photos provided by the vendor
Highlights
- Fully restored
- In superb condition underneath, inside and out
- Mechanically overhauled
The Appeal
This Fiat 500 L has been restored and is now presented in excellent condition throughout. The paintwork is very smart, with no damage we could see, the body panels are straight and true, while the interior is in similarly good condition.
It comes with a Carta di Circolazione valid until March 2025 and was first registered in 1972.
So if you’re looking for a great car to enjoy a sunny drive in, then this Fiat offers the chance to fold back the sunroof and head out with the warm breeze in your hair accompanied by the reassuring buzz of the little 499cc engine behind you.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 28th July 1972
- Carta di Circolazione on file
- Valid until March 2025
- The car has been restored
- Showing 26,743km on the odometer
- Located in Rome
The Interior
- Simple yet effective interior styling
- Black seat covers, dashboard and door cards
- The vinyl upholstery appears to be in very good condition
- No obvious rips or stains that we could see
- The red carpets are also fresh
- They feature black Fiat branded overmats
- Plastic dashboard in good condition, with no cracks
- Single instrument binnacle and three toggle switches, keeping the dashboard clutter-free
- There are a couple of cracks in the steering wheel
- Fiat 500 embroidered rear parcel shelf cover
- The front luggage compartment contains the fuel tank, spare wheel and jack
The Exterior
- Diminutive in size yet stylishly designed, the 500 is instantly recognisable
- This car has clearly been the subject of considerable effort and expenditure
- The paint looks very smart and presentable
- We couldn’t find any significant scratches or chips to be concerned with
- The chrome trim is also very good, with no substantial areas of pitting or damage
- All bumpers, overriders window trims, handles and badges are present and correct
- The lamp lenses look clear and bright
- The car features a retracting vinyl roof, perfect for use in sunnier weather
- It runs on steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and whitewall tyres
- The underside looks clean and tidy
The Mechanics
- 499cc twin-cylinder engine
- Manual transmission
- The engine bay is very smart
- Inline fuel filter fitted
- No obvious signs of leaks
- The vendor tells us that this Fiat has been mechanically overhauled
Summary
This 500 is a real head-turner. It’s the kind of car you’d be proud to own, and it will certainly attract plenty of attention wherever it goes.
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