Highlights

Original UK-supplied 1925 Fiat 501
One of the last RHD Fiat 501s before Italy's switch to LHD in 1926
Previously in the same family for 35 years
Beautifully presented 101-year-old vintage classic
Extensively restored in 2012 using original parts
Repainted in red with retrimmed grey leather cabin
Reported to start and run well

The Appeal

The 501 was Fiat's first major post-war volume sedan, built to provide reliable and affordable motoring to European buyers. Equipped with the Fiat 101 1.4L engine, good for 70kph (45mph), these well-built and neatly styled cars were a huge success. This fabulous 1925 appears to be a very rare original UK-market car, first registered on 30th March 1925 just before Italian manufacturers switched to standard LHD construction.

The history file includes the original buff log book and records that it stayed in the same family for 35 years. During this time, in 2012, the car was extensively restored to deliver the handsome red and black car you see in the photos. The quality of the work is evident in the way it has held up. Alongside the renovated bodywork, there is a very smart grey leather cabin and equally well-kept tan fabric roof with side screens.

Mechanically, it is said to start and run well, reaching speeds of up to 45 mph — a respectable pace for a car of this vintage. Purchased by the current owner in 2025, this centenarian Fiat represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-presented and historically notable pre-war tourer.

Key Information

Mileage: 36,191 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 23hp Fiat101 1,406cc inline 4cyl petrol, four-speed manual
Paperwork: Buff log book dated 30th March 1925, handbook, old MOTs, typewritten history, workshop papers

The Detail

Very well presented 1925 501 in very good condition following restoration
Four-door tourer body with large front and rear bench seats
Colour change to red with black fenders, all remaining in good order
Underside as shown in photos
Exterior fittings including lights, brass radiator and rear luggage rack in good condition
New tan fabric hood and sidescreens fitted
New grey leather interior and red carpets installed, whilst retaining original features
Well-kept veneer dashboard with classic dials and four-spoke wheel
Red spoked wheels with Lucas vintage tires
Vendor states the bodywork is superb
We are told that the car runs well with no known faults
Said to reach speeds of up to 45 mph

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