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£6,525 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)

1987 FIAT X1/9 1500 - Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic

United Kingdom • 29 Aug 2026 • Lot 501

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AI Listing Summary

This 1987 FIAT X1/9 1500 is a rare, right-hand drive, Targa-top sports car with just over 38,000 miles. It features a recently overhauled engine and refurbished wheels, positioning it as a desirable classic with significant recent investment.

To be featured on Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic, this example is offered without reserve, making it a unique opportunity for collectors.

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Condition 

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The car is a 1987 FIAT X1/9 1500 with just over 38,000 miles. It has a recently overhauled engine with a new head gasket and cambelt, and the wheels have been refurbished. While the description highlights these positive points, it doesn't explicitly state 'no dents, scratches, paint damage, or curb marks'. The recent cosmetic enhancements and engine work suggest it's in excellent mechanical and very good cosmetic condition, likely requiring minimal to no reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

ZBB128AS007161318

Odometer:

38,079 miles

Reg Number:

E87 PAJ

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The 1987 FIAT X1/9 1500 is a Nuccio Bertone-styled, wedge-shaped, mid-engined, Targa-top sports car celebrated for its exceptional, balanced handling While early models (1972–1981) were manufactured and badged entirely by FIAT, Bertone took over complete production and branding in 1982 It could be argued that the X1/9 is the missing link between the Lancia Stratos and the Lamborghini Countach, all penned by Bertone, who defined the 'wedge' design of the early 1970s By 1987, the car featured revised, deeper footwells for improved legroom, modern two-tone paint schemes, and more luxurious interior finishes compared to its 1970s iterations.

The removable Targa roof panel stores perfectly inside the front boot, maintaining the car's mid-engine weight distribution even when driving in the open-air First registered on 05/08/1987, this triple black X1/9 is fitted with the desirable 1,500cc engine and five-speed manual gearbox The car is a rare survivor and has had a recent engine overhaul i...

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£890

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£7,000

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£32,271

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