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1963 Fiat 600D Vignale

Highlights

  • Restored to a very high standard respecting the original colour scheme
  • An authentic 'barn find', found in 1998
  • ASI registered
  • Abarth suspension and exhaust system
  • Has had only three previous owners, two of them from the same family

The Attractions

Over the years, the big coachbuilders, in addition to making grand tourers for an exclusive and wealthy clientele, have also created some less elite cars. Good examples are the Karmann Ghia, based on the Volkswagen Beetle, and this precious two-door coupé by Carrozzeria Vignale, built on the basis of the popular Fiat 600D.

As can be seen in the photographs, this example has been beautifully restored. We are told that it was found in a state of disrepair in 1998 and completely restored with great care to a very high standard. These cars are highly coveted by collectors, and we have been assured that this is one of the finest examples remaining.

This Fiat has covered only 3,000 km since restoration and is in excellent condition, ready for its next lucky owner.
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History and Documentation

  • The seller informed us that this car has covered only 3,000 km after restoration
  • The odometer shows 86,728 km
  • We have been informed that this 600 has had only three owners, two of them from the same family
  • Found in 1998 in 'barn find' condition (photographs included)
  • ASI registered (documentation visible in the photo gallery)
  • We have been advised that it is eligible for Targa Oro (not yet applied for)

Conditions

  • Colour scheme true to the original
  • Retains its period wheel covers in excellent condition
  • The chrome trim looks splendid
  • The bodywork has been restored and appears to be in very good shape, with well aligned doors and bonnets
  • No signs of corrosion or other damage have been reported
  • Restored interior presents beautifully, virtually free of any traces of use
  • Rubber floor mats from the period
  • Wood trim on dashboard in excellent condition
  • Instrumentation, controls and switches present very well
  • We have been informed that all electrical services in the passenger compartment work properly

Mechanics

  • Four-cylinder 767 cm³ engine with 29 hp
  • Four-speed manual gearbox
  • Rebuilt engine
  • Front suspension springs derived from Abarth 850 TC for a sportier set-up
  • Abarth exhaust
  • Efficient heating
  • Original horns
  • Full-size spare wheel
  • Fuel filter accessible from inside the luggage compartment, next to the fuel tank
  • We have been told it is perfectly efficient and very pleasant to drive

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Auction Details

  • Year1963
  • MakeFiat
  • Model600
  • ColourBlue
  • Odometer88,000 Kilometres
  • Engine size600cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownProvince of Trento
  • CountryItaly
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