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1970 Fiat 500 Jolly Recreation

Highlights

  • Handcrafted by an expert coachbuilder with over thirty years of experience
  • Completely open bodywork, perfect for enjoying the sun and sea breezes, inspired by the design of the very rare 'Jolly' beach cruiser
  • Completely renewed, tuned and serviced engine
  • Has covered only seven kilometres since it was finished

The Attractions

The brainchild of Fiat owner and well-known bon vivant Gianni Agnelli and conceived as a land-based 'tender' for his luxury yacht Agneta, the 'Jolly' was a 'spiaggina' with a completely open body, used by Agnelli to explore coastal villages and reach his favourite beaches. Soon, many of Agnelli's friends wanted a Jolly of their own. Production was entrusted to Carrozzeria Ghia, but only a very small number were made and today very few original Jollys remain and they are almost impossible to find.
And that's where this beautiful little Spyggina comes in. It faithfully reproduces the concept of the original Jolly, was handmade in Italy and is now, after being recently completed, ready to be loved by its first owner. It has only travelled seven kilometres since the work was completed, so the seller reports that the car is practically new.
If you're looking for a fascinating open car that will make you relive the emotions of the dolce vita, or if you simply want a Fiat 500 that stands out from all the others, this Jolly replica could be the perfect car for you.
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History and Documentation

  • This car is not currently registered in Italy or any other country
  • Buyers are advised to inquire about registration procedures in their country
  • Supplied with old Italian registration papers
  • Based on a 1970 Fiat 500 L
  • Has covered only seven kilometres since being restored
  • Offered without overhaul, as the car is not registered

Condition

  • Completely open bodywork and handcrafted finish
  • The original wicker seats, 'Surrey Top' and chrome side bars have been faithfully recreated
  • The bodywork is in excellent condition, including the underbody finished in the same colour as the bodywork
  • The paintwork appears glossy and the seller has not reported any known defects to us
  • Chrome trim all appears to be in excellent condition
  • Steel wheels in excellent shape with immaculate whitewall tyres
  • No traces of wear can be seen on seats, controls and switches
  • All components are new, and work was recently completed
The seller informs us that the following accessories are not included in the sale:
  • Wheel covers
  • Roof racks
  • Floor mats

Mechanics

  • 499 cm³ air-cooled twin-cylinder engine
  • Four-speed manual gearbox
  • We have been told that the engine, completely overhauled and serviced, is ready for use
  • Everything in the engine compartment is immaculate
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Auction Details

  • Year1970
  • MakeFiat
  • Model500
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer7 Kilometres
  • Seller TypeTrade
  • TownProvince of Pescara
  • CountryItaly
  • Auction ends

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