£17,163
650-Powered 1959 Fiat Nuova 500
Bring A Trailer • US • 18 Jun 2026
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£17,163
650-Powered 1959 Fiat Nuova 500
US • 18 Jun 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1959 Fiat Nuova 500, one of approximately 300 US-market "frog eye" models, features a rebuilt 650cc engine and a 4-speed synchromesh manual transmission. It underwent a comprehensive refurbishment in 2017, including new paint and interior upholstery, making it a standout classic with desirable upgrades.
Condition
8
The car underwent a significant mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment in 2017, including engine work, transmission upgrade, brake and suspension overhaul, and a repaint. The interior was also reupholstered. While there was some rust repair in the nose and battery tray, the overall condition after refurbishment is excellent with minimal signs of wear expected for a classic car.
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54,000 miles
082757
1959
Auction
Manual
LHD
United States
£17,163
650-Powered 1959 Fiat Nuova 500
Bring A Trailer • US • 18 Jun 2026
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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Description
Retrofitted 650cc
Engine 4-Speed Synchromesh Manual Gearbox Red w/White Stripes Red & Black Upholstery 12" Steel Wheels Lap Belts Folding Canvas Roof Panel "Frog Eye" Headlights Rear-Hinged Doors This 1959 Fiat is reportedly one of approximately 300 “frog eye” Nuova 500 models produced for the US market for the model year, and it was acquired from its previous owner of 32 years by the seller .
A mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment in 2017 included the installation of an air-cooled 650cc inline-twin and a four-speed manual transmission with synchromesh gearing, overhauling the brake and suspension systems, coating the underside with rust inhibitor, repainting the body red and white, and reupholstering the interior in red vinyl with black cloth inserts and white piping.
Additional details include 12″ steel wheels, lap belts, a folding canvas roof panel, dual side-view mirrors, and rear-hinged doors.
This 500 is now offered at no reserve with spare parts and a clean California titl...
Price Analysis vs Other 500s
£233
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£9,296
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£80,976
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