1978 Fiat X1/9 1300 Series Special

Description

One of the nicest we have seen; only 59k miles indicated; great colour scheme and comes with original fitted luggage; original wheels and caps included; former prize winner; driven 50 miles to the sale

The Mark 1 X1/9, or Icsunonove as it was known to its makers, was given some tasty additions when ordered as a 'Series Special' back in the day. Funky striped seats, a pair of matching fitted bags, Carello driving lights and side stripes adding yet more pizazz to the already avant-garde Bertone styling.

With its Targa top (which could be stored in the front compartment) and Cromadora alloy wheels, they were available in three colours - Metallic Blue, Metallic Green and Metallic Orange, as with the example here.

First registered in April 1978, it retains its striped upholstery and even its matching luggage. The Carello driving lights are also present.

It was restored prior to coming into our vendor's hands in 2013. We are not sure when the work was done but notes on file show that it included a pair of replacement doors, a repaint, engine overhaul, suspension overhaul and brake work. The notes refer to approximately 1,620 hours of labour.

In 2012 it went to a rolling road to be tuned....arriving with 63bhp and leaving with a healthy 76bhp - money well spent.

There are 12 old MOTs on file, the earliest from 2001 when 38,336 miles were listed. We cannot verify if this is correct, but it could be and just 20,800 miles have been added since, the odometer currently showing 59,130 miles.

The file also includes some bills and invoices, showing a new cam belt and tensioner were fitted in 2019 along with a caliper overhaul and the cleaning and greasing of brake pipes. There is also a January 2011 copy of Icsunonove, the X1/9 club magazine, featuring the car on the front and rear covers, perhap following the restoration work. It comes with a car cover, a set of four original wheels and centre caps and several prizes for past events. There is also an original brochure and a Haynes manual.

It was driven some 50 miles to the sale, the most distance it has travelled for some time, it's lack of use being the reason for sale.

This most appealing X1/9 is one of the smartest we have offered and looks like a lot of car for relatively little outlay.

Contact matthew.parkin@brightwells.com