1971 Fiat 500 Francis Lombardi 'My Car'

Description

Rare non-sunroof model modified by Lombardi Coachworks in period with various special features inside and out; fully restored in 2015; lovely and very usable LHD example

The 500 ‘My Car’ was a version of the 500 developed by the Vercelli body shop of Francis Lombardi between 1968 and 1971. It was not the only 500 modified by the Piedmontese coachbuilder, but was the only one to have real commercial success. Incomplete cars arrived at the Vercelli body shop from Fiat, to be completed with the appropriate Francis Lombardi parts.

The ’My Car’ model boasted some eye-catching features including a shaped dashboard covered in black plastic, wooden steering wheel and gear knob, stainless steel sill covers, rounded, chromed Zamak grille and steel wheel rings. The most innovative element of this car is the shape of the roof which, with two transverse ribs and a small spoiler, inferred an image of sportiness and refinement which improved its market appeal.

Dating from 1971, this My Car Francis Lombardi looks to have been fully restored around 2015 with some photos of the process on file. It then flew through an MOT test in June 2016 which it passed with just one minor advisory (rear brake pipe slightly corroded) and it has only covered 100kms since, the odometer currently showing 67,773kms (42,100 miles).

UK registered with a V5C recording one former keeper and copy Italian registration docs, this is a delightful, rare and well-appointed 500 that would grace any collection.

For more information contact - will.daniels@brightwells.com