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1939 Fiat Topolino - Ex Duke of Westminster

1939 Fiat Topolino - Ex Duke of Westminster-Sold

Lot Number: 244

1939 Fiat Topolino - Ex Duke of Westminster

This 1939 FIAT TOPOLINO

  • Sold for: £14,300

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 19th March, 2016 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Silver

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    FYP522

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    1593

DESCRIPTION

A remarkable 1939 Fiat Topolino with right-hand drive and only 1,593 miles indicated. This quirky little Fiat was born on the 14th of September 1939 and was ordered new by the second Duke of Westminster, Hugh Grosvenor, and subsequently registered at the Westminster family seat Eaton Hall in Cheshire. It was transferred to his Dublin estate during World War II, and then shipped back to Eaton Hall after the war. Upon the Duke's death in 1953, the car was transferred to the Dowager Duchess and remained part of the family until 1986 when the current vendor came across it. These facts are confirmed within the original 'Buff Logbook' which is supplied with the car. Under our vendor's care, the little Fiat was duly stripped and had a restoration that included a rebuild of the engine. The car is said to drive well, and with its rare Ducal provenance, will make a great addition to anyone's collection and would be welcome anywhere.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
244
Make
FIAT
Model
TOPOLINO
Registration Number
FYP522
Chassis Number
67315
Engine Number
67627
Body Colour
Silver

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.

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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

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