17th Mar, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1965 Fiat 850
Registration - DUL 45C
Chassis No. - 128634
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 51,214
This charismatic, rear-engined two-door saloon is cheerfully presented in red with a black bonnet and sports distinctive Scuderia Italia stripe and badge details. The patina of the paintwork and grey vinyl interior are as one would expect from an unmolested example. ‘DUL 45C’ was first registered in the UK in April 1965, and is a genuine righthand drive UK car, not a subsequent import. This early representative of Dr Dante Giacosa’s deliberately austere but charming design has had just six keepers in its 59 years and was in the 5th keeper’s ownership for almost 24 years. The vendor describes it as a ‘clean example’ and assesses the 843cc, four-cylinder, water-cooled engine and four-speed manual transmission as ‘good’. ‘DUL 45C’ comes with handbook and spare wheel and would make a fun and nimble starter classic. Howmanyleft.co.uk estimate that there are around 82 Fiat 850s on the UK’s roads, with a further 53 on SORN, making this quite a rare motor car.
Fiat produced the 850 (Tipo 100G) from 1964 to 1973, initially launching the saloon and following this in 1965 with the more sporty coupé and spider. Like Fiat’s 500 and 600 before it, the 850 was rear-engined, though the car was much more spacious than its predecessor, even though the wheelbase was only 27mm longer than that of the 600. The notchback body of the saloon meant the fuel tank could be moved into the rear, giving more luggage space in the front boot and allowing it to also accommodate the spare wheel, while further cargo space could be gained by folding down the back of the rear bench seat. This car comfortably accommodated a family of two adults and three children and Fiat’s renowned four-cylinder engine produced 34 hp and propelled the 850 to a top speed of 75mph.
In summary:
- A rare and early original UK example
- One of just 135 believed to remain in the UK
- A fun, nimble starter classic
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £2,138
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - DUL 45C
Chassis No. - 128634
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 51,214
This charismatic, rear-engined two-door saloon is cheerfully presented in red with a black bonnet and sports distinctive Scuderia Italia stripe and badge details. The patina of the paintwork and grey vinyl interior are as one would expect from an unmolested example. ‘DUL 45C’ was first registered in the UK in April 1965, and is a genuine righthand drive UK car, not a subsequent import. This early representative of Dr Dante Giacosa’s deliberately austere but charming design has had just six keepers in its 59 years and was in the 5th keeper’s ownership for almost 24 years. The vendor describes it as a ‘clean example’ and assesses the 843cc, four-cylinder, water-cooled engine and four-speed manual transmission as ‘good’. ‘DUL 45C’ comes with handbook and spare wheel and would make a fun and nimble starter classic. Howmanyleft.co.uk estimate that there are around 82 Fiat 850s on the UK’s roads, with a further 53 on SORN, making this quite a rare motor car.
Fiat produced the 850 (Tipo 100G) from 1964 to 1973, initially launching the saloon and following this in 1965 with the more sporty coupé and spider. Like Fiat’s 500 and 600 before it, the 850 was rear-engined, though the car was much more spacious than its predecessor, even though the wheelbase was only 27mm longer than that of the 600. The notchback body of the saloon meant the fuel tank could be moved into the rear, giving more luggage space in the front boot and allowing it to also accommodate the spare wheel, while further cargo space could be gained by folding down the back of the rear bench seat. This car comfortably accommodated a family of two adults and three children and Fiat’s renowned four-cylinder engine produced 34 hp and propelled the 850 to a top speed of 75mph.
In summary:
- A rare and early original UK example
- One of just 135 believed to remain in the UK
- A fun, nimble starter classic
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 17th Mar, 2024
Our March auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 16th March,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 17th March, 9am - 12 noon
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