Autobianchi Bianchina Berlina | 1968

Autobianchi Bianchina Berlina | 1968

Highlights:

– 499 cc air-cooled two-cylinder engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission

– Light blue paintwork in a colour typical of 1960s Italy

– Tan interior with contrasting light blue trim

– Passenger-side exterior mirror

– Rear storage compartments

The seller offers for sale this 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina Berlina, powered by a rear-mounted 499 cc air-cooled two-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. This charming little saloon is finished in a cheerful light blue that the seller describes as the colour of the Italy of those days, a shade that instantly evokes piazzas, espresso bars and summer holidays on the Riviera. Inside, the tan upholstery contrasts with the painted metal dashboard and the thin-rimmed steering wheel, giving the cabin a warm and inviting period feel.

This example is equipped with a number of details that mark it out as a well-specified car for its day, including a passenger-side exterior mirror, storage compartments in the rear and a rear ashtray. Such small comforts were considered a genuine touch of luxury in a car of this size, and they add to the character and appeal of this Bianchina today. With its compact dimensions and friendly face, it is a car that never fails to draw smiles wherever it goes.

Autobianchi was founded in 1955 as a joint venture between the bicycle maker Bianchi, the tyre manufacturer Pirelli and Fiat. Its first product, the Bianchina, was launched in 1957 and used the mechanical components of the new Fiat Nuova 500, clothed in a more elegant and upmarket body. The idea was simple and effective: offer the economy and ease of the Fiat 500 with a dose of extra style and refinement. The range grew to include a Trasformabile, a Cabriolet, a Panoramica estate and a van, and the four-seat Berlina saloon joined the line-up in the early 1960s, becoming one of the most popular versions of the model.

Mechanically, the Bianchina Berlina follows the proven Fiat formula with its air-cooled parallel-twin mounted at the rear, driving the rear wheels through a 4-speed gearbox. Light weight and a compact footprint make it nimble and easy to park, ideal for narrow streets and relaxed countryside drives. Today the Bianchina is a sought-after piece of Italian motoring heritage, loved by collectors for its design, its simplicity and its undeniable charm, and this light blue Berlina is an inviting way to enjoy la dolce vita on four small wheels.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

Technical condition

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: Lombardy region, Italy.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

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