I was looking for something a bit different to replace my Alfa GTV, and ended up with this...
A Fiat 500. Air-cooled, two cylinder, RWD silliness from the early '70s. It lived in Rome until recently, I bought it from a chap in London and had it transported home.
It has had some work done, although there's little paperwork with it; synchromesh gearbox and no choke, lowered and slightly rolled arches, disc brakes, different sump and an exhaust, etc. It's not had a 126 engine conversion but it's way quicker than I anticipated, I had it off the clock (130kph) fairly easily (!)
It's a hoot to drive. Very flat in corners, narrow power band, slightly baggy steering and decent brakes. The paint is very good and there's hardly any rust, I thought it was a standard (albeit rare) colour called Agip 247 but it seems not.
No tax, no MOT (although it it MOT'd), classic insurance and fits in the garage with acres to spare. I love it!
I know bugger all about these, though. Do any of you chaps have any experience with them? I could do with finding a decent specialist locally (leics) just in case, although I've done a couple of little jobs and it's a doddle to work on.
Your comments, experiences and expressions of incredulity are all welcome
