2014 Fiat Abarth 595 Turismo

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Highlights

Comfort-spec Abarth with 160bhp
Full service history
Rare two-tone leather trim
Ridiculous fun to drive
This vehicle meets the ULEZ emissions standards

The Appeal

Not content with playing Mini at its own game with the launch of the reimagined 500 in 2007, Fiat Group went one further in 2013 by bringing back a glorious name from its racing heritage.

The Abarth 595 recalled the giant killing antics of the 500 touring cars of the 1960s, frequently seen doing battle on circuits with V8 Fords and Chevrolets.

The modern interpretation would of the Abarth 595 became a head-to-head rival with the Mini Cooper S, but with an even bigger dose of character and superbly sharp driving dynamics. It's no surprise, then, that the 595 became a big hit with enthusiastic drivers and today makes for a massively entertaining high performance supermini with a huge amount of gusto.

This example is a 2012 car in Turismo specification, in Record Grey metallic, which has been properly cared for by its previous owners and comes with a full history file. Presented in really smart overall condition, it's a massively entertaining car with a huge personality.

The History and Paperwork

UK V5C
Long MOT
All original books and handbooks
File of history and paperwork showing a comprehensive service history
Registration number shown in photos is not included in sale, the car will come registered on JD03 KRO

The Interior

Superb overall condition
Two-tone leather with pearl finish, some wear to driver’s seat squab
Very smart headlining, door cards and carpets
Digital climate control – works perfectly
All dials and controls work as they should
Body-coloured dash with minor marks
Stitched-leather instrument binnacle
Upgraded audio system with MP3 compatibility
Three-spoke leather sports steering wheel
Pod-mounted rev counter
Alloy gear knob
Stitched leather embroidered Turismo parcel shelf

The Exterior

Smart Record Grey metallic
Paint in very good order, with no notable marks or damage
Recently fitted new-old-stock 16-inch grey eight-spoke alloys
New Continental tyres all-round
All original badges and trim in excellent order
Abarth styling kit with front splitter
Custom pink brake callipers
Front fog lamps
Roof spoiler

The Mechanics

1.4-litre 4cyl Fiat T-Jet turbo
Five-speed manual
Recent major service
Factory option BMC induction kit
Aftermarket stainless cat-back exhaust system
According to the vendor the car is huge fun to drive and performs well with no evident faults

SUMMARY

With its cheeky looks, amazing handling and gutsy performance, this is a car of immense character. Presented in really smart overall condition, it’s a barrel-load of fun and a terrific modern classic hot hatch.

You’ll struggle to find a more usable, enjoyable and characterful car for the money – much more unusual than a Mini Cooper S but every bit as enjoyable to drive, the little turbocharged Abarth is a guaranteed future classic and a car that’s very easy to fall in love with.

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