1969 Fiat 500L (649cc)

Lot Number: 765

1969 Fiat 500L (649cc)

A rare, UK-supplied Lusso extensively restored ten years ago and now 650cc.

  • ESTIMATE: £7,000 - £10,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Rosso

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    JRN 224G

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    51378 Miles

SUMMARY

A rare, UK-supplied Lusso extensively restored ten years ago and now 650cc.

DESCRIPTION

  • A rare, UK-supplied, right-hand drive Lusso
  • The Lusso model, produced from 1968-1972, offered enhanced trim, chrome accents and a more modern interior compared to earlier versions 
  • Subject to a full nut and bolt restoration around ten years ago and remains excellent overall
  • Very well presented in gleaming Rosso with Lusso bumpers and badge bar and white-wall tyres
  • Fitted with a sun roof, chrome luggage rack and picnic basket
  • Impressive interior in bright red vinyl piped in black with a very tidy, black crackle-finish dash and smart instruments
  • Upgraded to 650cc at some point
  • We understand from our vendor that it starts and drives perfectly
  • Historic vehicle status and so exempt from tax and MOT

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
765
Make
FIAT
Model
500
Registration Number
JRN 224G
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
2095803
Engine Number
9798767
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Rosso

GALLERY

SCORE:

126 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

A few bubbles under paint, but minor.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

Tyres over 10 years old

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Vehicle History

Remarks

Not much of a history file


Restoration Notes

Full nut and bolt restoration around 10 years ago.

About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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