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1968 Fiat 500 "Giardiniera" Jolly (Recreation)

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Highlights

  • Professionally restored with new parts
  • Painted in Fiat's original Azzurro Acquamarina livery
  • Engine, gearbox, suspension, and steering all rebuilt with new parts
  • Only 11 km since renovation
  • Registered as a 4-seater convertible with current MOT

The Appeal

Stemming from the gloriously whimsical 60s, the 'Jolly' finds origins in a development of the Fiat 500 by Carrozzeria Ghia. It was practically built as a beach buggy, with an open-air, doorless iteration of the lightweight car - characterised with a fabric awning and wicker seats that really upped that Italian Riviera feel. 

Of course, the Fiat 500 was built in such enormous numbers that it's a prime candidate for conversions into all manner of forms - and that includes the 'Jolly'. This example was originally built in 1968, and was treated to a full restoration and conversion by the owner's company, which specialises in exactly that. 
Picked out in Fiat's original Azzurro Acquamarina colour scheme, the car's conversion included a full rebuild, removal of corrosion, application of an epoxy primer and - of course - the build into its Jolly form. Factor in its rebuilt engine, gearbox, suspension, and steering, as well as new electrical installations and lighting, and this Jolly is a fine prospect.
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History and Paperwork

  • Produced in 1968
  • Professionally restored by the current owner’s company
  • Photographic documentation of the restoration process available
  • Current MOT, registered as a 4-seater convertible
  • Registration certificate included
  • Vehicle Identification Data provided for easier registration in other countries
  • 11km covered since rebuild and restoration

The Condition

  • Bodywork completely restored with new parts
  • All corrosion removed and repaired
  • Painted in Azzurro Acquamarina from the Fiat colour palette
  • Fitted with a new awning roof and chrome-plated safety rails
  • Bumpers and bumper holders are new
  • New 125/70 R12 tyres and rims
  • New wicker seats and chrome-plated safety rails
  • New electrical installation and lighting
  • Everything's in fine working order

The Mechanics

  • 494cc two-cylinder engine
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • Rebuilt engine with new parts
  • Rebuilt gearbox, suspension, and steering with new components
  • New electrical system including lighting
  • Only 11 km since renovation
  • We understand the car to be driving perfectly
  • We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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Auction Details

  • Year1968
  • MakeFiat
  • Model500
  • ColourBlue
  • Odometer42,111 Kilometres
  • Engine size494cc
  • Seller TypeTrade
  • CountryPoland
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