£23,625 (Est: £10,000 - £14,000)
1972 FIAT 500 EV - Ex-Chris Rea
Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 16 May 2026
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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£23,625 (Est: £10,000 - £14,000)
1972 FIAT 500 EV - Ex-Chris Rea
UK • 16 May 2026 • Lot 702
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1972 FIAT 500 EV, formerly owned by rock star Chris Rea, has been converted to full electric power in 2023. It features a Netgain AC-20 motor, Tesla battery modules, and an Orion battery management system, offering a 75-mile range, blending classic aesthetics with modern, emissions-free motoring.
Condition
8
The car is described as being maintained to an excellent standard throughout its long-term ownership. While it has been sympathetically converted to electric power, blending classic aesthetics with modern technology, the overall description suggests minimal cosmetic imperfections. The listing doesn't mention any dents, paint damage, or curb marks, which aligns with a rating of 'Excellent.'
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42,241 miles
3042914
RHD
United Kingdom
Automatic
DDP 953K
1972
Auction
£23,625 (Est: £10,000 - £14,000)
1972 FIAT 500 EV - Ex-Chris Rea
Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 16 May 2026
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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Description
1972 Fiat 500D offered directly from the family of Chris Rea Part of Rea’s eclectic and well-documented collection for over two decades - remarkably longer than many of the exotic thoroughbreds that passed through his ownership Favoured as his personal daily driver, a testament to its charm, usability and character rather than outright performance Presented in Dark Silver with a contrasting red vinyl interior, perfectly capturing the model’s timeless Italian flair Supplied to Rea in 2005 by respected marque specialists Middle Barton Garage, who were already familiar with the car and continued its care thereafter Maintained to an excellent standard throughout its long-term ownership, benefitting from knowledgeable custodianship Sympathetically converted to full electric power in 2023 by Retro Electric Ltd, blending classic aesthetics with modern technology Conversion specification includes a Netgain AC-20 brushless motor, Tesla battery modules and an Orion battery management system, del...
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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Previous 500 Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 16th Jul 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
42,289 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 17th Jul 2026, 42,289 miles
Passed
On 16th Jan 2025, 42,216 miles
Passed
On 30th Oct 2023, 42,088 miles
Passed
On 1st May 2019, 41,935 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
- Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
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