To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Villa Erba event, 25 May
2019.
Estimate:
€100.000 - €120.000
- Fitted with a rare and desirable Mille Miglia engine
- Retains its original engine
- Three-year restoration carried by Abarth specialists in
Turin
- One of the most iconic cars produced by Zagato
Based on the chassis of the humble Fiat 600, the Abarth 750 Zagato
is one of the most interesting and highly regarded examples of
Italian etceterini. A joy to drive and to own, it allows access to
multiple racing events all over the world.
The pairing of Abarth and Zagato can be easily defined as a match
made in heaven. Carlo Abarth's genius in turning Fiat's
low-displacement engines in true pocket rockets was renown, as was
Zagato's ability to create ultra-lightweight and gorgeous-looking
bodyworks. Perhaps one of the most famous and interesting series of
motor cars produced by these two legendary names, the 750-cc GTs
was a proper competitor at events throughout Europe.
This desirable 1959 example is fitted with the rare and desirable
Mille Miglia engine, which was equipped from the factory with a
lightweight crankshaft. With a known history since 1977, this
Abarth is believed to have raced in period in the U.S. when new.
According to the accompanying U.S. title that comes with it, the
first known owner is Mr Huges Vincent of New York, who later sold
the car to Alan Grossman of Willits, California, who kept the car
until 2014, when he sold it to a collector from the
Netherlands.
Acquired by the consignor in 2015, noted Italian Abarth connoisseur
Luciano Bertolero, a full nut-and-bolt restoration using only
original parts was undertaken with select specialists in Turin. It
is hereby presented in concours-ready condition and comes with its
history file, including the aforementioned U.S. title, restoration
photos, as well as an Abarth Classiche Certificate of
Authenticity.
This is truly an exciting opportunity to acquire a piece of Zagato
history during the marque's 100 anniversary!To view this car and
others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM
website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/ve19.
