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1965 Fiat 500

United Kingdom • 13 May 2026 • Lot Lot 56

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1965 Fiat 500, known as "Roberta," presents with period charm and a unique history, including past ownership by Le Mans winner Darren Turner. While showing its age with some wear and minor mechanical quirks, it offers an authentic, back-to-basics driving experience.

Condition

6

The car has moderate wear, an upgraded ignition, and some mechanical issues such as a sticking starter motor. The interior has period cracking in the steering wheel. The paint is original but has patina, indicating moderate wear.

/ 10

Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

110F1763220

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

KBY225C

RHD/LHD:

LHD

Description Affectionately known as “Roberta”; once owned by Darren Turner (3 times Le Mans 24 hour winner); cruises comfortably at around 45mph; electronic ignition This delightfully characterful 1965 Fiat 500, affectionately known as “Roberta,” is offered here with wonderful period charm and an engaging ownership story.

Finished in light grey and presented in left-hand drive, this largely original example was imported to the UK from Italy prior to its purchase in 2009 and retains fascinating traces of its Italian life, including accompanying paperwork and original-style tax discs.

Powered by the quintessential 500cc engine, Roberta delivers the pure, back-to-basics motoring experience for which these cars are so fondly regarded.

While modest in outright performance — cruising comfortably at around 45mph — the car excels as a joyful companion for local runs, Sunday pub trips, and relaxed countryside drives.

An upgraded electronic ignition has been fitted to improve reliability, wh...