1961 Fiat 500 Giardiniera
Background check
This vehicle has been de-registered in the past and then registered again. The registration may have expired because the licence was not kept current or it may have been in an accident and written off by an insurance company.
Description
Rare Fiat Bambina Giardiniera – Estate Model | NZ Assembled | Rebuilt Engine | Folding Roof
This 1961 Fiat 500 Giardiniera is a special piece of Italian motoring history. It's the rare station wagon version of the iconic Fiat 500, with its air-cooled 595cc engine and manual gearbox.
The Giardiniera is clever - despite being small, it's practical with its wagon design and four seats. This imported example is in excellent condition and good working order, showing the solid build quality that made these cars so reliable.
It's a fuel-efficient classic that's cheap to run and maintain. With three NZ owners, this little wagon has been well cared for.
Features:
- Rebuilt 2-cylinder air-cooled engine (595cc upgrade)
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- Rare station wagon body style
- Practical four-seat layout
- Side-mounted engine for a flat load floor
- Very fuel efficient for a classic car
If you're looking for a unique old car that stands out while being usable, this Fiat 500 Giardiniera is worth seeing. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.
Comes woth new WOF and Rego at time of purchase
Questions & Answers
Hoe is het met de Roest !!! taatje (685 • 11:31 am, Wed, 24 DecHi taatje, No rust on this car whatsoever. Has had a complete restoration done, probably the best Giardiniera in NZ and far beyond 😀 Cheers eendje (508 • Wednesday, 24 December 2025I worked in EU on these rust boxes in the 1965-70 + had many Fiats in the past 600/850 etc... Rust has always a big problem in those days.... We did get them brand new from Italy incl rust.... taatje (685 • 12:06 pm, Wed, 24 Dec
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