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BRISCADIEU BORDEAUX

Estimate €6,500 - €9,000
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Description
FIAT 500 ABARTH Year: 1970 Type: 110 F Mileage: 8,500 km (as per odometer) Model: 500 L Vehicle registration document: yes MOT: pending The little Italian car that became an icon The Fiat 500 is one of those cars whose fame extends far beyond the world of classic car collecting. Tiny, economical and instantly recognisable, it single-handedly symbolises a part of post-war working-class Italy. The 500 is a small, four-seater, rear-engined car, which was produced in numerous variants throughout its production run. Its success is based on a particularly simple formula: extremely compact dimensions, straightforward mechanics and a body full of character. Over time, this little car, designed to meet everyday transport needs, has become a true symbol of the Italian way of life. The Fiat 500 L The car on offer is a 1970 Fiat 500 L, type 110 F. The ‘L’ denotes the more refined variant of the little Fiat. Without fundamentally altering the model’s philosophy, this version offers a design intended to give the 500 a slightly more sophisticated look. Naturally, it retains the very essence of the model: an extremely compact body, a rear-mounted engine and that rounded silhouette which has become instantly recognisable. An Abarth-inspired model – not a genuine Abarth This is an important point to note regarding this particular car. The car on offer is not a genuine vintage Fiat-Abarth. It is a Fiat 500 L modified in the Abarth spirit. The car clearly shows that its bodywork has been slightly modified and that the Abarth accessories fitted to the vehicle are purely decorative. The aim of this conversion is therefore essentially aesthetic: to recapture some of the visual character of the small, sporty Fiats associated with the Abarth name, without claiming to possess their mechanics or pedigree. Mechanics that remain classic Beneath its sporty exterior, this Fiat retains much more traditional mechanics. The engine is no longer the original one; it was replaced by the previous owner. We are therefore looking at a small Fiat 500 whose appearance has been customised, but which retains the mechanical essence of the model from which it is derived. For its future owner, this feature may even be an advantage: it allows them to enjoy a sportier look without turning the car into a radically modified machine. The car on offer This 1970 Fiat 500 L has 8,500 km on the clock. The owner informs us that when he bought this little car, the engine had already been replaced by the previous owner. The car is a convertible, which naturally enhances its playful, Mediterranean character. Combined with its Abarth-style styling, this configuration gives it a charming and much sportier look than a traditional Fiat 500 L. A car built for pleasure The Fiat 500 is obviously not a long-distance cruiser. Its appeal lies elsewhere. Its compact size, simple mechanics and distinctive interior ambience make it an ideal car for country roads, leisurely drives and classic car meets. Driving a classic 500 is now an experience in its own right: it is a lightweight, stripped-back car, a far cry from contemporary standards. It is precisely this simplicity that accounts for much of its charm. Condition and presentation The car is identified as a 1970 Fiat 500 L, a convertible, converted into an Abarth-style replica. Its roadworthiness test is stated as being pending. A general check of the vehicle and its maintenance history is recommended before regular use. Key points This 1970 Fiat 500 L offers a charming take on the Italian icon. Its appeal does not lie in any hypothetical Abarth authenticity – since it is clearly established that this is a replica – but in the combination of the charm of a genuine vintage Fiat 500 with a sportier look. Open-top, compact and full of personality, it is an accessible and particularly user-friendly classic car. It is the sort of car one chooses less for its performance than for what it offers: the pleasure of driving something simple, light, different and instantly appealing.
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About the sale CLASSIC CARS
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Auction time 10/31/2026 at 2:00 PM
Lot description modified on 10/13/2026 at 4:58 PM
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