Fiat Abarth 500 600

Available again after a long absence! Always big on character and charm, Fiat’s little cars played an important international roll in providing affordable and practical private transport for millions who had previously thought their dream impossible. With particular emphasis on the now classic 600 and Nuova 500 cars, this book tells the full story of these ‘baby’ Fiats. Built, and exported to, many countries outside of the marque’s native Italy, over 6.5 million Topolinos, 600s and Nuova 500s were sold, and an amazing number survive to this today. Also covered are the wonderful models built on these cars’ tiny chassis by Italy’s leading coachbuilders, and the motorsport success achieved by the Abarth versions of the little cars that everybody loves.

From the famous Topolino of the 30s, to the modern Seicento, here's the full and eventful story of the baby Fiats, with particular emphasis on the now classic 600 and Nuova 500 of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Always big on character, Fiat's little cars played an important international role in providing affordable and practical private transport for millions. Built in, and exported to many countries outside the marque's native Italy, over 6.5 million Topolinos, 600s and Nuova 500s were sold and an amazing number survive today. Read, too, about wonderful models built on these tiny chassis by Italy's leading coachbuilders, licensed models from other manufacturers and the motorsport success achieved by Abarth versions of the small cars everyone loves.Completely updated & enlarged second edition of a popular Veloce classic.Now with detailed coverage of the popular Seicento, 192 art paper pages and over 200 pictures, many in color. CONTENTS: After Zero - Design & Development - Challenge from Italy - Evolution & Beyond - Color Gallery - A New Topolino - Small is Beautiful - The Variants - The End of an Era - Living with a Baby Fiat - Directory of Clubs, Suppliers & Specialists - Production Figures - Specifications - Bibliography - Index

This text presents a colourful celebration of the Fiat 500 & 600 and its relatives from Topolino, through Nuovo 500 to the modern Cinquecento.

The Fiat 600, announced at the Geneva Show in 1955, was a four-seater within similar overall dimensions to the popular 500. The Multipla announced in 1956 replaced the earlier estates and accommodated not fewer than six people in a vehicle less than a foot longer than the basic 600. The third baby in the range was the slightly larger 850 with two delightful variants, the 850 coupT and the Bertone-styled 850 Spyder. Engine capacity and power were increased in 1969. The Multipla ceased production in 1966, the 600 in 1970 and the 850s in 1974. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, model introductions, driver's impressions, conversions. Models covered include: 600, Multipla, Abarth 750, Bialbero, Abarth 850, 600D, Abarth 850TC, Abarth 1000, 850, 850 Spider, 850 CoupT, 850S, Abarth 1600, IWR 850 CoupT, 850 Idroconvert, 850 Special, 850 Sport Racer, 850T Utility.

Now available in this softbound edition. The complete story of the elegant Boano-designed Coupe, timeless Pininfarina-styled Spider, and Abarths hard-charging 124 Spider-based rally car. Follow the evolution of the 124 from drawing board to the end of production. All the background you need to purchase, restore and maintain any of the Spiders built from 1966-1985. Filled with history, production, evolution and motorsport data. Foreword by Dante Giacosa.

A dedicated publication that explains the history of the world’s most versatile station wagon, a global workhorse and comfortable family vehicle. Sweden’s answer to Germany’s people’s car arrived some 20 years earlier, and quickly paved the way for safe and dependable vehicles. This book chronicles the evolution of the Volvo estate car, with every model featured. Whether you are a Volvo lover or just have a general interest in cars, this book offers an informative and interesting look into a car that has had very little media coverage, despite its vast global sales success and the affection with which it is held by so many. This new edition has been updated with details of the latest models in 2019.

Now in its second edition, the little book of smart is newly updated, with extra pages and more illustrations to expand the story of the world's most innovative car brand. It's a fascinating tale, told succinctly and in an entertaining style, complemented by full-color photography throughout. And as the most up-to-date smart book on today's scene.