1959 Autobianchi Bianchina

Description for Fiat 500 1959

Some history...

TheAutobianchi Bianchinais aminicarproduced by theItalianautomakerAutobianchi, based on theFiat 500. It was available in various configurations:Berlina(saloon),Cabriolet(roadster),Trasformabile(convertible),Panoramica(station wagon), andFurgoncino(van). The car was presented to the public on 16 September 1957 at theMuseum of Science and Technologyin Milan.

Initially, the car was equipped with the smallest Fiat engine, air-cooled 479cc producing 15PS (11kW). In 1959, the engine power was increased to 17PS (13kW) and in 1960, the cabriolet version was launched.

In the same year, the Trasformabile, whose engine cylinder capacity was increased to 499 cc (18hp), was made available in a Special version with bicolour paint and an engine enhanced to 21PS (15kW). Transformabile featured fixed B-pillar and partial roof, as the rest of the opening was covered with fordable fabric hood. Cabriolet version had no B-pillar. Also this was the only version to featuresuicide doors. In 1962, the Trasformabile was replaced by a four-seat saloon. The engine and chassis were the same as in the Trasformabile.

We have here a1959 autobianchi for complete restore. Has some some rust on the floor panel, dents and over the decades wear and tear. Still in its current state this is a gem in the haystack that is ebay. Perfect for bianchi, pirreli and fiat enthusiasts. This car has a stylish and gorgeous European look and will turn heads anywhere you go.

Currently in southern California, any one is welcomed to come down and check this project out. We run a shipping business also and transport luxury cars and bikes all over the world so can accommodate any shipping location. Car is sold as is for restore thank you for looking happy bidding!