Basic information and history

The Fiat 500 Nuova was introduced in 1957 and quickly came to define the post‑war compact city car. The 1958 model year retained the lightweight construction with a rear‑mounted, two‑cylinder, air‑cooled four‑stroke engine and rear‑wheel drive. Early examples are known for their pared‑back engineering and a driving feel characterized by low weight and short gearing.

This 1958 Fiat 500 Nuova was imported from Italy and was not sold new in Sweden. The odometer shows 12,000 kilometres, but the reading cannot be guaranteed. The car is not in original condition as the engine has been replaced with a Fiat 126p unit with a stated output of 24 hp. It is equipped with a tow bar. According to the seller, the car is exempt from periodic inspection and was last inspected three years ago.

The car lacks air conditioning, a trip meter, and any audio and media system. The question of whether all electronics work is, according to the seller, not applicable to this car as it lacks modern electrical systems, while all exterior lighting functions. The instrument panel shows no warning lights. The car is driveable as is. The driver’s seat adjustment is stiff as it has not been moved for 19 years. Seat belts are not present on this car.

The information above has been provided by the seller.

Equipment and options

• Tow bar
• Engine swap to Fiat 126p, stated output 24 hp

Modifications and improvements: According to the seller, the engine has been replaced with a 126p unit producing 24 hp. No further interventions or adaptations are specified and there is no accompanying documentation for the work carried out.

List of replaced parts:

• New front end
• New starter motor
• New tyres
• Newly overhauled generator
• New shock absorbers
• New rear springs
• New master brake cylinder
• New gearbox
• New drive shafts
• New cylinders, pistons and rings
• New fuel gauge

Condition

Body and exterior: The body condition is rated by the seller at 3 out of 4 and the paint at 3 out of 4. The glass is stated to be 3 out of 4. All exterior lighting works according to the seller.

Interior: Interior, dashboard and headliner are rated 4 out of 4. The driver’s seat length adjustment is stiff and has not been used for 19 years. The car has no seat belts.

Tyres and wheels: Rated 4 out of 4.

Mechanicals and function: The engine condition is stated as 3 out of 4 and it starts and runs faultlessly according to the seller. The gearbox is rated 3 out of 4 and the gears operate properly. The clutch functions and the brakes are rated 3 out of 4. The car lacks air conditioning, a trip meter, and an audio/media system. There are no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The simple electrical specification means the question about all electronics is not applicable, but necessary lighting works.

Service history

According to the seller, the car is fully serviced, but there are no receipts or documentation to support the service work. The most recent inspection is stated to have been three years ago and the car is said by the seller to be exempt from inspection.

All service information above is based on the seller’s statements and is not supported by receipts or service records.

Summary

A 1958 Fiat 500 Nuova imported from Italy with a period‑appropriate engine uplift in the form of a Fiat 126p engine with a stated 24 hp. The interior is in good condition, the car is usable in its current state and the exterior lighting works. The odometer shows 12,000 kilometres but this cannot be guaranteed. The car lacks air conditioning, a trip meter, an audio/media system and seat belts. According to the seller, the car is exempt from inspection and was last inspected three years ago.

For the enthusiast, this car offers a classic 500 experience with a discreet power upgrade and a very simple, easy‑to‑service mechanical base. The information has been provided by the seller.