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Description
The Fiat Nuova 500 was introduced in July 1957. This car was manufactured at the end of 1957 and registered in 1958. It was intended to compete with the microcars that were popular in Europe during the 1950s. Its technical design followed that of the larger 600 model, featuring a rear-mounted engine, a unibody construction, rear-hinged doors, and independent suspension on all four wheels. However, the mechanics were simpler, offering an air-cooled two-cylinder engine with 13 horsepower and a non-synchronized gearbox.
The Fiat 500 was meant to compete with cars such as the VW and eventually also with the Austin Seven and Morris Mini-Minor, the classic Mini. The current owner has had the car since 1995, and during that time, he has overseen its repainting. This is a very fine example, and it has been part of the owner’s private car collection. The odometer has been checked, and the numbers likely correspond to the car’s total mileage.
The Fiat 500 was meant to compete with cars such as the VW and eventually also with the Austin Seven and Morris Mini-Minor, the classic Mini. The current owner has had the car since 1995, and during that time, he has overseen its repainting. This is a very fine example, and it has been part of the owner’s private car collection. The odometer has been checked, and the numbers likely correspond to the car’s total mileage.
Free history (12)
Technical data
Year
1958/1957
Registration date
1991-06-11
Mileage
58251 km
Kw / hp
10 / 14
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Textile
Colour
Light Blue
Condition
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Mechanical condition
Performs well in engine and drivetrain. The braking system is functioning as it should. Newer rubber seals in good condition.
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Interior condition
The interior is in good and well-maintained condition. The dashboard plate has a number of small holes, see pictures. The sunroof, door panels, and floor mats are in good and intact condition.
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Exterior condition
Professionally repainted several years ago. The paint is in good and glossy condition. The chrome work is also in good condition, as is the glass. Better panel alignment than I have previously seen on other Fiat 500s.
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General condition
A Fiat 500 in good, renovated and well-maintained condition.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Avst 2016-03-01
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1991-06-03 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1991-06-11
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-08-23
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 4
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1991-06-03 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1991-06-11
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-08-23
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 4
Facts about the model
The first generation of the Fiat 500, manufactured between 1936 and 1956, is well known as the Topolino.
In the mid-1950s, Fiat developed its successor, which had a similar setup to the 600 model introduced in 1955. It featured independent suspension, a unibody construction, and a rear-mounted engine. A couple of years later, in 1957, the smaller version, the 500, was introduced, aiming to compete with the microcars and motorcycles/scooters that were fashionable at the time. The designer behind it was Dante Giacosa.
While the 600 had a water-cooled, four-cylinder rear engine, the 500 had a two-cylinder air-cooled engine. The first cars had 13.5 horsepower and went on sale in the summer of 1957. Relatively soon after, in the fall of 1957, an upgraded version called the "Normale" was introduced, featuring things like opening side windows, a proper rear seat, and a full 15 horsepower. The original version was then called "Economica." For the 1958 model year, a "Sport" version was introduced with 21 horsepower.
Over the years, changes and updates were made, and by 1975, the era of the 500 was over (for the time being), as the Fiat 126 took over. Later on, Fiat revived the 500 concept, and the modern version, like the Mini, is still being produced today. However, it is far from the simple and robust little car it was in the late 1950s.
In the mid-1950s, Fiat developed its successor, which had a similar setup to the 600 model introduced in 1955. It featured independent suspension, a unibody construction, and a rear-mounted engine. A couple of years later, in 1957, the smaller version, the 500, was introduced, aiming to compete with the microcars and motorcycles/scooters that were fashionable at the time. The designer behind it was Dante Giacosa.
While the 600 had a water-cooled, four-cylinder rear engine, the 500 had a two-cylinder air-cooled engine. The first cars had 13.5 horsepower and went on sale in the summer of 1957. Relatively soon after, in the fall of 1957, an upgraded version called the "Normale" was introduced, featuring things like opening side windows, a proper rear seat, and a full 15 horsepower. The original version was then called "Economica." For the 1958 model year, a "Sport" version was introduced with 21 horsepower.
Over the years, changes and updates were made, and by 1975, the era of the 500 was over (for the time being), as the Fiat 126 took over. Later on, Fiat revived the 500 concept, and the modern version, like the Mini, is still being produced today. However, it is far from the simple and robust little car it was in the late 1950s.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Gräsö
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2024-10-31.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
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