1962 Fiat Nuova 500 D Transformabile

Highlights

Complete restoration and respectful updates, with photo documentation
New paintwork and partial bodywork restoration in 2020 after a minor accident
Seller has ensured that maintenance is up to date and all necessary work has been carried out
Transformabile " convertible variant sought

The most

Fiat ended up owning all the major Italian car manufacturers, including Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Lancia and Maserati. It's an impressive list, and Fiat's rise can largely be attributed to the 500, a humble little city car that revolutionised the concept of affordable transport. Just as Piaggio's Vespa popularised the two-wheeler in Italy, the Fiat 500 did the same with the four-wheeler in the country.

A less common and particularly attractive variant of the original 500 was the Transformabile. In fact, every 500 had an opening roof, but this one had a canvas roof that folded away completely while leaving the roof structure in place, just like the Citroën 2CV.

This 1962 example stands out for its condition. The vendor acquired it from its third registered owner, who restored it in 2005 to the vendor's specifications. Subsequently, the rear bodywork was restored in 2020 after a minor accident, and the paintwork was refreshed to maintain its appearance. The car has always been kept in a garage, protected from the elements, and is meticulously maintained, accompanied by all recent technical inspection reports and invoices for parts and professional work.

History and documents

50,000 kilometres indicated
MOT valid until 26/11/2024
Three previous owners registered since new: the first who bought the car for his son, who barely used it, then a Fiat 500 enthusiast who wanted to keep it for himself.
Current owner since 2005 - the previous owner restored the car to the seller's specification after agreeing to sell it to him
Impressive recent service history with numerous invoices
Photo album documenting the 2005 restoration
Still garaged and apparently well maintained

Condition

Folding roof in very good condition, including integrated rear window
Beautiful blue paintwork, refreshed in 2020
Bodywork straight and solid, with no noticeable visible imperfections
Interior in very good condition with minor signs of wear
Added safety feature: interior passenger-side handle to prevent accidental opening of the "suicide" doors
Interior well maintained and clean
Upholstery and controls do not appear particularly worn
We understand that the cabin electronics are in good condition

The mechanics

500cc air-cooled twin-cylinder engine
Four-speed manual gearbox
Improved braking system for increased safety
Regularly serviced and maintained since restoration
No known problems reported and recent mechanical checks carried out without concern
Seller praises the Fiat's "smooth and enjoyable" driving experience with a cruising speed of 70 km/h

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