The FIAT X1/9, designed by Bertone, was launched in 1972 quickly becoming the world's first truly successful mass-produced, mid-engined sportscar When Fiat decided to end production in 1982, Bertone took over the entire manufacturing process and marketed the car under its own brand.

These later models are officially Bertone X1/9s and feature "Bertone" badging, deeper footwells and other details Attractively presented in Black (Noir-601) with smart multi-coloured cloth and grey leathercloth seats and black trim.

The odometer displayed 24,331 miles at the time of cataloguing, although this is not warranted The car has been subject to significant expenditure over the past few years with Kent-based specialist Maidstone Sports Cars.

There is an invoice dated March 2022 totalling £5,224 for an engine service, replacement of suspension bushings as well as the fitting of new pads and discs with further works to the brakes plus a host of ancillary costs Further expenditure in September/Nove...