Lot 202: 1965 FIAT 500 Transformabile Saloon

Replacement for FIAT�s much-loved 500 �Topolino�, the Nuova 500 debuted in 1957. A radical departure from its predecessor�s essentially pre-war design, FIAT�s new baby featured unitary construction, a full-length opening fabric (trasformabile) roof and all-independent suspension while carrying its engine at the rear. The 479cc power unit was an air-cooled overhead-valve twin, the first such used by FIAT, and the gearbox a four-speeder. The basic 500�s austerity was not well received, prompting the introduction of a revised and better equipped version endowed with refinements such as wind-down windows, upholstered rear seat, column-mounted switchgear stalks, and hubcaps for the wheels. Introduced in 1960, the 500D used the 499.5cc engine of the 500 Sport in de-tuned form, but nevertheless brought with it a small gain in horsepower. With the introduction of the 500D, the short sunroof first seen on the Sport became available on the standard saloon.
Finished in grey with red interior, this unrestored FIAT 500 Trasformabile (opening roof) saloon is described by the vendor as in very good condition throughout. The car comes with tool kit and valid Italian libretto/roadworthiness certificate and is offered without reserve.
The ideal runabout for Gstaad, Knightsbridge or Portofino, it is the perfect Christmas present for the gentleman or lady who has everything else. Local taxes will apply if it remains in Switzerland.