1971 Fiat 500 L 650cc 4 speed manual.

Description

This lot will be auctioned via Ewbank's Auctioneers, Autumn Classic & Modern Cars & Automobilia on 17th of December at Burnt Common Auction Rooms, London Road, Send, Woking, Surrey, GU23 7LN.

Finished in dark navy blue with burgundy upholstery with a matching cloth folding sunroof.

Imported into the UK in 2016 from Napoli area of Italy area.

Well looked after by the renowned classic Fiat Specialist Middle Barton Garage. Over the next 7 years the previous owner used Middle Barton Garage to maintain and upgrade the car. The first upgrade was to upgrade the front brake to a disc brake conversion. There are invoices of over £4,000 listing work carried out fitting numerous new parts including rebuilding the engine, suspension and steering, new carburettor, new exhaust system, new front seat cover plus a large amount of other work carried out.

The current owner purchased the Fiat in April 2023. During his ownership he has improved it by replacing the carpet, headlamp bezels, interior door handles, seatbelts, chrome badge, number plate cowl, mph speedo dial, wheels refurnished, engine serviced and tuned, engine bay detailed and wax coated to the underside.

The Fiat has only had light summer use and has been kept in a dry garage. Benefiting from being a solid original structure with much of the paint and chrome being original. The interior is in excellent condition. Original chrome bumper overriders included.

Starts and drives well having been driven to our auction saleroom. The Fiat is only being sold due to the current vendor having a new classic car project.

Registered with as a 'Historic Vehicle', meaning exempt from MOT and Nil value Historic tax qualifying.

This Fiat is a real credit to its previous owners and ready to be enjoyed by its new owner.

Auction estimate £4,000 -£6,000.

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Please note that buyers premium is 10% plus VAT (total 12% inc VAT) on all cars and motorbikes, subject to a minimum of £150 plus VAT.

Please be aware that all lots are sold as seen and without any warranty implied or given. You must satisfy your knowledge as to a vehicles description and condition before you decide to bid. We recommend that you inspect the lot in person during the general viewing days held prior to the auction day on the 3rd of October. If you are unable to attend one of the viewing days, Ewbank's can arrange for an individual telephone/walk round video call appointment with a car expert. Please refer to the terms and conditions.

Viewing days:
Saturday 6th of December: 10am - 2pm, Monday 8th of December: 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 9th of December: 9am - 7pm, Wednesday 10th of December: 9am - 5pm, Thursday 11th of December: 9am - 5pm, Friday 12th of December : 9am - 5pm, Monday 15th of December 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 16th of December: 9am - 5pm and morning of the Auction on Wednesday 17th of December. Sale starts at 11am.


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About Us:
Ewbank’s are proud to announce we now hold classic car auctions. Automobilia evokes the spirit of adventure, excitement, and nostalgia, which we aim to recreate. Our auctions offer the opportunity to buy and sell classic and vintage cars, as well as all things car-related in our automobilia and transport sales. We serve car club members, private collectors, and trade sellers from the UK and beyond.

Ewbank’s prides itself on working with its local Surrey-based classic car and motorbike community. Recent notable sales have included a McLaren MP4 12C Coupe for over £75,000, a 1989 Porsche 911 / 964 Carrera 2 Coupe for £53,350 and a 1968 Daimler V8-250 for £16,250. Furthermore, we regularly offer a selection of automobilia which ranges from toy models, period prints, signs, petroliana, brochures, parts and vintage car mascots. We welcome antique, classic, vintage and modern cars and models from brands including Bentley, Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Mercedes-Benz, McLaren, Jaguar, Austin Healey, and Rolls Royce and many more. Our department, guided by our specialist consultant, aims to achieve the best possible result for our clients.

What we can offer you:

Free, no-obligation pre-sale valuations at our salerooms or in your home. Available every day from Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 5.00pm. Contact us via email or on 01483 223101.

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Pre-sale transportation and storage solutions.

Our dedicated department supported by specialist consultants aim to achieve the best possible results for our clients. We are regularly at classic car events offering valuations so please follow the links above. This particular department offers a competitive sellers and buyers’ premiums for vehicles. Sellers fees are set at 5% + VAT and buyers are 10% + VAT. Standard Ewbank’s charges apply to automobilia.

Held at our Surrey auction house, our classic car auctions provide a fantastic opportunity for you to curate your classic car collection and maximise your returns. We also use specialist transportation companies to assist with any deliveries of vehicles.

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