FIAT 1500, 1937 Lot n° 13

Chassis/Chassis no. 0122334 Engine/Engine no. 012272 - 4.860 km indicated on speedometer - Partially restored - Black bodywork - Original preserved interior in beige colour - Matching Number and Matching Color - Original number plate of the time - Enrolled in ASI register - ASI Gold plate -4,860 km indicated on speedometer - Partially restored - Black bodywork - Original interior preserved in beige - Matching Number and Matching Colour - Original number plate of the time - Registered in the ASi register - ASI gold plate In 1935 the brand new Fiat 1500 was presented at the Milan motor show. Designed for a wealthy clientele that could appreciate the soft and modern lines. The bodywork, developed with aerodynamics in mind, was very tapered with a large tapered front bonnet and a sloping windscreen. The headlights were integrated into the sinuous wheel arches. The engine was a compact in-line 6-cylinder that was mated to a 4-speed gearbox. It was the first to mount an innovative X-frame chassis with a central beam that made the car lighter, without compromising its safety and stability. The road-holding was well above average thanks to the new independent 'Dubbonet' front suspension with longitudinal wishbone layout and hydraulic dampers. The magnificent example offered by us in the auction is the 4-door sedan version without central pillar and with the rear doors upwind. The trunk has no external opening, but is only accessible by reclining the rear seat as in all models produced. It was registered for the first time in 1937, the body is black, the interior and all the coatings are Fiat light beige. The car was totally restored about 20 years ago after a long period of inactivity, the bodywork and interior have undergone a restoration of conservative type, the engine has undergone a general overhaul of all components both mechanical and electrical. Today the car is in excellent condition. It is part of a beautiful collection of cars belonging to an Italian gentleman who over the years has taken excellent care in all aspects of conservation and maintenance. The car still has its original plates of the time (Mi), is equipped with all its original documentation and is registered at the ASI historical register. The car will be auctioned at Milano AutoClassica 2021 in extraordinary conditions. In 1935 the brand new Fiat 1500 was presented at the Milan motor show. It was designed for a wealthy clientele who could appreciate its soft, modern lines. The bodywork, developed with aerodynamics in mind, was very streamlined with a large tapered front bonnet and a sloping windscreen. The headlights were integrated into the sinuous wheel arches. The engine was a compact straight-6 that was mated to a 4-speed gearbox. It was the first to feature an innovative X-frame chassis with a central beam that made the car lighter without compromising its safety and stability. Road holding was well above average thanks to the new independent 'Dubbonet' front suspension with longitudinal wishbone layout and hydraulic dampers. The magnificent example we are offering at auction is the 4-door saloon version without a centre pillar and with the rear doors upwind. The luggage compartment does not open outwards, but is only accessible by reclining the rear seat, as in all models produced. It was first registered in 1937. The bodywork is black, the interior and all upholstery is Fiat light beige. The car was completely restored about 20 years ago after a long period of inactivity, the bodywork and interior have undergone a restoration of conservative type, the engine has undergone a general overhaul of all components both mechanical and electrical. Today the car is in excellent condition. This car is part of a beautiful collection of cars belonging to an Italian gentleman who has taken excellent care in all aspects of conservation and maintenance over the years. The car was still fitted with its original plates of the time (Mi). It is equipped with all its original documentation and it is enrolled in the historical register of the ASI. The car will be auctioned at Milano AutoClassica 2021 in extraordinary condition.