1954 Fiat 500C ‘Topolino’ Convertible Saloon

Highlights

• Rare example
• Well-kept interior
• MOT exempt

The Appeal

One of the smallest cars in the world at time of production, the original Fiat 500, more commonly as the 'Topolino', has taken on a life of its own. From the late 30s to the mid 50s, it found itself transformed from a tiny Italian city car to a popular choice among American hot rodders, owing to its lightweight size and rear-wheel drive.

This 1954 original UK example with its chic grey paintwork is likely one of the last to be built before production ceased in 1955. Its current owner describes it as a "lovely little car" that "always draws attention", and it’s easy to see why.

History and Paperwork

• First registered in 1956
• MOT exempt
• Last V5C (logbook) issued 10th December 2024
• Five-digit odometer currently reads 79,511 miles
• Four previous registered keepers

The Condition

• Grey exterior paintwork generally in good overall condition, the odd mark here and there
• Very clean underneath
• Chassis has a gloss black finish
• Stainless steel exhaust
• Interior in very good condition, no rips or tears
• Owner recommends a new set of floor mats

The vendor tells us:
"The car underwent a comprehensive body off and mechanical restoration in the mid 90s. The car was used very little and was later purchased by an Italian company for promotional advertising and marketing events."

The Mechanics

• Original UK RHD example
• 2-door convertible saloon
• 570 cc I4 petrol engine
• 4-speed synchromesh manual transmission
• The owner knows of no mechanical faults
• The owner informs us that the instrumentation including the orange low fuel light, works

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