Vehicle Description
1960 Fiat-Abarth 750 'Double Bubble' ZagatoThis original 1960
Fiat-Abarth 750 'Double Bubble" Zagato is a rare and exciting find
that's in need of a straightforward restoration. Red with black
interior. The car is partially disassembled and its engine and
gearbox are out. Don't miss the opportunity to restore this
incredibly sought-after and collectible car. A project well-worth
the effort. Once restored, it would undoubtedly be a welcome
entrant for driving events.Carlo Abarth took over the famous early
post-war Italian manufacturer Cisitalia in 1949, renaming cars in
inventory Abarths. He went on to introduce highly tuned and
modified Fiats, including the 750, a Fiat 600 with its engine bored
and stroked to 747 cc, a modified camshaft and flywheel, and a
larger carburetor, good for nearly 40 bhp and a top speed of more
than 80 mph. Soon the highly respected coachbuilder Zagato took on
production of Abarth?s coupe bodies, turning out a rounded,
streamlined design that in its initial sketches had a roof so low
that there was scant headroom for a person of normal stature. A
solution was found in adding twin bulges to the roof contour, the
famous double bubbles that have since become synonymous with
sporting Zagato coupes. It did not take long for it to start making
news, as it took a 2nd in class at the Mille Miglia. The following
year, a total of five cars finished the Mille Miglia, with Alfonso
Thiele driving one to a 1st place finish in the 750-cc class. Many
a racer felt the sting of being passed and finishing behind a car
emblazoned with the Abarth scorpion. Purposeful and Striking Zagato
Double-Bubble Design One of Carlo Abarth?s Most Successful Models
Rare, desirable, and collectible Ideal entrant for vintage driving
events once restoredPrice: $52,500
