1959 Fiat 1200 TV

Spyder Convertible

4 - Cyl.

Manual

103G115002992

Clear

Gasoline

One of the rarest Classic Italian cars!! Folks, this is a very rare Fiat 1200 TV (Turismo Veloce) Spider which has just gone through an immaculate frameup restoration. This car has the original engine that matches the car, the engine number is identified on the VIN plate. The engine number is 103G.004 486925. The carburetor is also correct, it is a Weber Tipo 36DCD7. I have uploaded additional photos of the car and some restoration photos onto photobucket at http://s248.photobucket.com/albums/gg198/piccione11/Fiat%201200%20TV/ A 1959 Fiat 1200 TV recently went for at the last RM Monterrey auction for $60,500! These cars are definitely gaining in value. See http://www.extravaganzi.com/monterey-2010-gooding-smashes-records-at-pebble-beach-auction/ Here is some background information on the genesis of the 1200 TV from the carsfromitaly.net website. Trasformabiles - 1955 to 1959 The Geneva show of 1955 saw the presentation of a new 'Trasformabile' version of the recently introduced 1100 saloon. The mechanical parts remained the same as the TV version of the saloon, whilst the body was an all new two seater complete with period wrap-around windscreen. A total of 571 of these first series cars were built. In 1956 when the new 103E saloon was released changes cascaded across all the related models. The Trasformabile gained 3bhp and a slightly modified rear suspension. Production continued for another year, around 450 of these cars being built. The first significant change came in 1957 with the introduction of a new 1221cc engine. This was the same as used in the 1200 Granluce saloon (the replacement for the 1100TV). Small changes were also made to the front and rear bumpers. This model was built until 1959, with around 2,360 cars being produced. Technical Details Driveline longitudinal engine at front with rear wheel drive Engine 1089cc (68x75mm) ohv 4 cyl with 50bhp @ 5,400rpm from 1956 with 53bhp 1221cc (72x75mm) ohv 4 cyl with 55bhp @ 5,300rpm Suspension front : Independent, lower wishbone, coil spring and telescopic damper plus anti-roll bar rear : solid axle with telescopic dampers and leaf springs wheelbase : 2340mm track (front/rear) : 1229mm/1212mm Brakes front : drums rear : drums Gearbox 4 speed manual Steering worm and roller *************** This car has been immaculately restored to original Fiat and specifications. The following items are brand new or newly rebuilt: BODY New custom metal work on the car included floorboards, rocker panels, drip ledge, inner wheel wells, inner trunk deck and portions of outer panels. The soft top frame was reconditioned, and the soft top itself is brand new. TRIM Bumpers, windshield pillars and surrounds, tail light bases, hood emblem, door handles, headlight surrounds, and license plate light cover have all been newly rechromed. Front windshield base strip, rear convertible top base strip, vertical side strips, and grill were all buffed and polished. Hubcaps and knockoffs were buffed and polished. New tail light lenses. ENGINE The engine has been newly rebuilt, with a professionally milled head, ground valve seats, new valves, and cylinders honed. The block was completely dip cleaned. The crankshaft was remilled with new main and rod bearings installed. New pistons and rings were installed. A new engine gasket set was installed. The carburetor was completely cleaned and regasketed. The radiator and heater core were completely cleaned and flushed. A new air filter was installed. The gas tank was completely boiled and cleaned. A new exhaust system and muffler installed with chrome tip pipe end. New starter, accelerator and blower motor cables installed. All hoses are brand new. TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE The transmission and drive train were completely gone through. A new clutch plate and carrier bearing were installed. New shock absorbers installed. ELECTRICAL A good portion of the electrical system was newly rewired. A new distributor cap, rotor, points & condensor were installed. The blower motor, generator, and starter were rebuilt. All switches and the horn were removed and cleaned. New battery and cables. INTERIOR Basically a completely new interior, including new door panels, new seat cushions, new seat upholstery, new carpet kit. New gear shift boot. New dash, and new rubber weatherstripping. BRAKES The emergency brake is newly relined. All wheel brake pads/shoes are new. All wheel brake cylinders are new. New master brake cylinder. All new custom brake lines. EXTERIOR A brand new set of Epic Tour tires (including a new spare) are on the car, with port wall faux whitewalls. Knockoffs and hubcaps were polished out. New wiper blades, new electric wiper washer motor. Brand new single stage enamel paint job, very nice, single stage enamel is the original paint type for these Spyders. New rubber windshield base cushion. All locks work and all keys present. After stripping and metal work done underneath, all metal was coated with POR 15 rust inhibitor. Going over this car with a white glove cosmetic inspection, there are some minor flaws. The rear license plate light fitting has the original recessed Fiat emblem, there is a crack in the clear urethane over the emblem. Also there are some chroming flaws in the license plate light fitting, the chrome company said that the old pop metal is difficult to chrome uniformly. The windshield and side windows do have some minor scratches. The left side vertical decorative chrome strip has some buffer scuffs on one edge. Also the left front headlight surround has a few chrome bumps. The car runs, drives, and shifts great. This car is nearly a concourse car. This car is great fun to drive and always gets attention! The car has a valid Utah title certificate, titled in my dealership name. Many parts for this car, if ever needed, are available in the US at www.fiatplus.com and at the eBay store http://stores.ebay.com/Everything-Fiat and some other locations in the US and online. As with all vintage cars, I cannot warrant odometer readings. I am a licensed and bonded car dealer and vintage car restorer in the State of Utah, Piccione's, #5869, which is important if you are financing the car through your bank, as dealer issued sales typically get lower interest rates than person to person sales. Financing may also available through eBay or some other online sources. Buyer pays for shipping (I can help arrange transport if you like, I have some cheap connections for various parts of the country). I highly recommend closed carrier transport, putting this vehicle on an open carrier opens up the risk of drippage from other vehicles and wind damage. Payment may be by certified bank check or money order, by wire transfer to bank account, or by loan check or personal check once cleared. Paypal is only acceptable through verified accounts for the initial deposit only. The buyer will submit a 5% of purchase price deposit within 72 hours of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle by PayPal or other verifiable payment method unless this requirement is waived by the seller after the auction end. Buyer agrees to pay the remaining balance due within 7 days of the close of the auction. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle. Based on the age of the car I cannot warrant odometer readings. As all vintage cars I sell, I cannot warrant specific year, make and model. The car is available for inspection. Please remember that an eBay bid is a binding legal contract, not just some intention to consider purchase. Buyer is responsible (if applicable) for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered in. Vehicle is sold as is and does not have warranty.