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, air-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke engine and rear-wheel drive. Early examples are known for their pared-back mechanicals and a driving feel characterized by low weight and close-ratio gearing.

This 1958 Fiat 500 Nuova was imported from Italy and was not sold new in Sweden. According to the odometer, the car has covered 12 000 kilometers, 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 inspection-exempt and was last inspected three years ago.

The car lacks an air-conditioning system, a trip meter, and an audio and media system. The question of “all electronics” is, according to the seller, not applicable to this car as it lacks modern electrical systems, while all exterior lighting functions. The dashboard shows no warning lights. The car can be driven as it stands. The driver’s seat adjustment is stiff as it has not been moved for 19 years. This car is not fitted with seat belts.

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 24 hp 126p unit. No further interventions or adaptations are specified, and there is no accompanying documentation for the work performed.

Condition

Body and exterior: The seller rates the body condition at 3 out of 4 and the paint at 3 out of 4. The windows are stated to be 3 out of 4. All exterior lighting functions, according to the seller.

Interior: Interior trim, dashboard, and headliner are rated 4 out of 4. The driver’s seat fore-aft 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.

Mechanics and function: The engine condition is stated as 3 out of 4 and, according to the seller, it starts and runs flawlessly. 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 and media system. There are no warning lights on the dashboard. The simple electrical specification means the question of all electronics is not applicable, but the 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 was stated to be three years ago, and the car is said by the seller to be inspection-exempt.

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 performance lift in the form of a Fiat 126p engine with a stated 24 hp. The interior is in good condition, the car can be used in its current state, and the exterior lighting works. The odometer shows 12 000 kilometers but cannot be guaranteed. The car lacks air conditioning, a trip meter, an audio and media system, and seat belts. According to the seller, the car is inspection-exempt 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 technical base. The information has been provided by the seller.