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1968 Fiat 500 Francis Lombardi My Car Edition

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Highlights

  • Much desired coachbuilt Fiat 500
  • Fully restored in 2015
  • ASI gold badge
  • Re-engined to a higher, but period-accurate spec

The Appeal

Of all the typically spartan, straightforward 500s, the Francis Lombardi ‘My Car’ edition is one of the most luxurious. The Vercelli-based coachbuilders added a new - completely cosmetic - front grille, a fibreglass dash, new dials, opening rear windows (how luxurious!) a wooden trimmed steering wheel and shiftgear. 
This handsome example was fully restored in 2015, and has run very little since. With its ASI gold badge and a slightly more powerful engine in the back, it’s bound to make a highly enjoyable drive.

The History and Paperwork

  • First registered in 1968
  • Restored in 2015 by previous owner
  • Purchased by current owner in 2016
  • Indicates 57,090 miles on a five-figure odometer
  • Engine upgraded during current ownership
  • ASI gold badge
  • Original registration paperwork included in sale

The Interior

  • Impressive black interior by Francis Lombardi
  • Black fibreglass dashboard with newly-designed instruments
  • Wood-trimmed steering wheel and shiftgear in great condition
  • Black vinyl seats and door cards in good condition with no rips or tears
  • Floor protected by red rubber mats 
  • Headlining in good order with only light signs of wear
  • No reports of any faults to the interior instruments
  • Ashtray is worn with some inner corrosion and loss to the textured black coating
  • ‘Frunk’ space in good order with a spare wheel

The Exterior 

  • Stylish red paintwork with additional chrome trims
  • Cosmetic grille and unique "My Car" branding
  • Paintwork in very good order 
  • Chromework in good order
  • Glasswork and lenses in good condition with no chips or cracks
  • Car is sitting on its original steel wheels with a full set of Pirelli tyres
  • We’ve not received any reports of faults to the underside of the car
  • Reportedly, the underbody is almost entirely new 

The Mechanics 

  • Engine has been upgraded to a period-accurate but slightly more powerful one
  • This is likely an upgrade from the 479cc I2 to a 499cc I2
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • Engine bay is in good order with no major faults
  • No reports of leaks or mechanical faults from the vendor
  • Car is reportedly starting and running well, and has been run short distances regularly

Summary

With all of the mod cons (or the equivalent for a 1968 Fiat 500) and superb overall condition, this is a superb example of the Fiat 500 - and should be capable of charming all but the most cynical enthusiast. 


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Auction Details

  • Year1968
  • MakeFiat
  • Model500
  • ColourOrange
  • Odometer57,096 Kilometres
  • Engine size499cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownFoggia
  • CountryItaly
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