1959 Fiat-Abarth 750 GT Double Bubble

In May, during its sale Villa Erba (Como, Italy), RM Sotheby's will auction this splendid 1959 Fiat-Abarth 750 GT with a coachwork by Zagato, nicknamed the Double Bubble for the distinctive roof humps. Perfect ride for summer...

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History of the Fiat-Abarth 750 GT

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The Fiat-Abarth 750 GT was presented in 1955 during the Turin Auto Show. Carlo Abarth, automobile designer, developped a 750 cc version of the Fiat 600 seiling derivation (upgrade kit). Abarth built also road and competition cars in his factory with lightweight coachwork by Zagato (Milan).

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The Fiat-Abarth 750 Zagato started competition in 1956 with some successes during European events, especially during the 1957 Mille Miglia (victory in the class Grand Touring 750).

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Specification

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With its 747 cc inline four-cylinder engine with two-barrel Weber carburettor and four-speed manual transmission, the Fiat-Abarth 750 Zagato produces 41.5 hp for a top speed of 129 kmh.

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Beautiful car for a summer ride...

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Lot Auction

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Date :25 May 2019
Place :Como, Italy
Price :Unknown
Link :Villa Erba

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Sources

RM Sotheby's Villa Erba
Lot : Fiat-Abarth 750 GT

On Wiki :
Fiat-Abarth 750 GT
Carlo Abarth
Zagato

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