1972 FIAT 500 EV - Ex-Chris Rea

Sold for

£23,625

Ended 16 May 2026

Data from Iconic Auctioneers, updated on 10 Oct 2026

Specification

1972 Fiat 500D offered directly from the family of Chris Rea
Part of Rea’s eclectic and well-documented collection for over two decades - remarkably longer than many of the exotic thoroughbreds that passed through his ownership
Favoured as his personal daily driver, a testament to its charm, usability and character rather than outright performance
Presented in Dark Silver with a contrasting red vinyl interior, perfectly capturing the model’s timeless Italian flair
Supplied to Rea in 2005 by respected marque specialists Middle Barton Garage, who were already familiar with the car and continued its care thereafter
Maintained to an excellent standard throughout its long-term ownership, benefitting from knowledgeable custodianship
Sympathetically converted to full electric power in 2023 by Retro Electric Ltd, blending classic aesthetics with modern technology
Conversion specification includes a Netgain AC-20 brushless motor, Tesla battery modules and an Orion battery management system, delivering an approximate 75-mile range - ideal for discreet, emissions-free urban motoring
A charming and characterful Fiat with genuine celebrity provenance - surely a car with stories to tell, now ready for its next chapter in silent, electric form