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1965 Fiat 500
Brightwells • UK • 13 May 2026
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1965 Fiat 500
UK • 13 May 2026 • 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.
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77,565 miles (via 2017 MOT)
110F1763220
LHD
United Kingdom
Manual
KBY225C
1965
Auction
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1965 Fiat 500
Brightwells • UK • 13 May 2026
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Description
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...
Price Analysis vs Other 500s
£233
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,296
Median Price (Since 2020)
£80,976
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 25th Aug 2018
Latest MOT mileage:
77,565 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 9th Aug 2017, 77,565 miles
Failed
On 9th Aug 2017, 77,565 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
Passed
On 26th Aug 2016, 77,532 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak
Passed
On 10th Oct 2015, 77,523 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
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Auction House Headquarters
Brightwells
Easters Court, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DE, England
Located in Leominster, Herefordshire, Brightwells is a physical and online auction house handling classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They conduct regular auctions and offer vehicle consignment services.
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