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2008 Abarth 500 Kit SS Opening Edition No.
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2008 Abarth 500 Kit SS Opening Edition No.
See original version (French)
Estimate €25,000 - €35,000
Voluntary lot
Description
2008 Abarth 500 Kit SS Opening Edition No. 001 / 200 No reserve
Manufacturer: 2008 Abarth 500 Kit SS Opening Edition No. 001 / 200
Model: No reserve
Vehicle registration document: French vehicle registration document
Chassis No.: Chassis No. ZFA31200000161213
Engine No. 312A10001300735
- The very first of 200 units produced!
- Original mileage: 32,200 km
- Abarth Classiche certified
- No reserve
The car on offer is quite simply exceptional, as it is the first of one of the most limited-run series based on the 500 Abarth: the Opening Edition, of which only 200 were produced. Launched in 2008 to celebrate the return of the famous Italian tuning firm’s brand, this version featured exclusive equipment: perforated disc brakes, 17-inch wheels, sport brake pads, special springs, red brake calipers, leather upholstery, tinted windows, a bespoke steering wheel and gear knob, a sophisticated audio system, air conditioning and an engine tuned to 160 ch (instead of the 135 ch of the standard version).
The authenticity of this example is confirmed by a special plaque, numbered 001, in the cabin, as well as by an Abarth Classiche certificate which confirms its original colour combination: Grigio 676 and Pelle Nera 402 interior. Carefully maintained, this authentic collector’s item has covered just 32,200 km since new, and its timing belt kit was replaced in early October 2026. This is an exceptional milestone in the history of this highly successful model: the very first example of the first limited edition based on the 500 Abarth! Don’t miss out on this opportunity – this car has a bright future as a collector’s item.
French title
Chassis no. ZFA31200000161213
Engine no. 312A10001300735
- The very first of 200 cars built!
- 32,200 km from new
- Certified by Abarth Classiche
- No reserve
2008 Abarth 500 SS Kit Opening Edition no. 001/200
The car offered for sale is quite simply exceptional, as it is the very first example of one of the most limited series based on the 500 Abarth: the Opening Edition, of which only 200 were built. This version went on sale in 2008 to celebrate the return of the Abarth brand, named after the famous Italian racing car manufacturer and tuner. Its exclusive features included drilled brake discs, red brake callipers and sports-type pads, 17-inch wheels, special springs, leather upholstery, tinted glass, a bespoke steering wheel and gear knob, a high-end sound system, air conditioning and an engine upgraded to 160bhp (compared to the 135bhp of the standard version).
The authenticity of this example is confirmed by a special plaque numbered 001 inside the car and by its Abarth Classiche certification, which confirms its original colour scheme: Grigio 676 with a Pelle Nera 402 interior. Carefully maintained, this true collector’s car has covered just 32,200 km since new, and the timing kit was replaced at the start of October 2026. It represents an exceptional milestone in the history of this model, which proved a real success: the first example of the first limited edition based on the 500 Abarth! Don’t miss your chance – this car has a great future as a collector’s item.
Photos © Alexis Ruben
2008 Abarth 500 SS Kit Opening Edition no. 001/200 No reserve
Manufacturer: 2008 Abarth 500 SS Kit Opening Edition no. 001/200
Model: No reserve
Vehicle registration document: French title
Chassis no.: Chassis no. ZFA31200000161213
Engine no. 312A10001300735
- The very first of 200 cars built!
- 32,200 km from new
- Certified by Abarth Classiche
- No reserve
The car offered for sale is quite simply exceptional, as it is the very first example of one of the most limited series based on the 500 Abarth: the Opening Edition, of which only 200 were built. This version went on sale in 2008 to mark the return of the Abarth brand, named after the famous Italian racing car manufacturer and tuner. Its exclusive features included drilled brake discs, red brake callipers and sports-type pads, 17-inch wheels, special springs, leather upholstery, tinted glass, a bespoke steering wheel and gear knob, a sophisticated sound system, air conditioning and an engine upgraded to 160bhp (compared to the 135bhp of the standard version).
The authenticity of this example is confirmed by a special plaque numbered 001 inside the car and by its Abarth Classiche certification, which confirms its original colour scheme: Grigio 676 with a Pelle Nera 402 interior. Carefully maintained, this true collector’s car has covered just 32,200 km since new, and the timing kit was replaced at the start of October 2026. It represents an exceptional milestone in the history of this model, which proved a real success: the first example of the first limited edition based on the 500 Abarth! Don’t miss your chance – this car has a great future as a collector’s item.
Photos © Alexis Ruben
See original version (French)
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