Autobianchi Bianchina Trasformabile Coupe 1959
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1959 Autobianchi Bianchina Trasformabile Coupé
Chassis no. 110B-017190
Registration no. 263 XVC
•Rare 1st Series model•Full-length folding sunroof•Recently restored•UK Registered
Vintage & Prestige Classic Cars are delighted to offer for sale this charming 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina Trasformabile Coupe.Originally a bicycle manufacturer and arguably best known as a maker of fine racing motorcycles, Edoardo Bianchi built his first automobile in the early 1900s. A wide variety of models was manufactured over the next 30 years, though by 1940 the firm was concentrating on motorcycles and commercial vehicles. Car manufacture resumed in 1957 under FIAT auspices, Autobianchi's debut model being the Bianchina, based on FIAT's new 500. Positioned up-market from the FIAT, the Bianchina debuted as the Transformabile coupé, with full-length folding sunroof. The Bianchina showed clear signs of American influence, its size excepted, exemplified by two-tone paintwork, whitewall tyres, and plentiful chrome. In 1960, two new models were introduced: a Cabriolet and the Panoramica estate car, while a fourth version, the Quattroposti saloon, arrived the following year. Arguably much more elegant than Ghia's 'Jolly' derivatives of the FIAT 500 and 600, this charming Autobianchi Bianchina Trasformabile is a rare 1st Series model, easily distinguishable by the two front air intakes below the indicators. Recently restored by the previous owner, it has recently benefited from a comprehensive restoration and as such is described as in generally excellent condition. Beautifully finished in light blue with white/red vinyl interior, the car is now UK registered, and will surely turn heads wherever it goes.
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Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Autobianchi Model : Bianchina Model Version : Trasformabile Coupe Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1959 Sub type : Coupé Location : Essex
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About Autobianchi
Autobianchi was an Italian automobile manufacturer that was founded in 1955 as a joint venture between Fiat, Pirelli, and Bianchi. The company was based in Desio, near Milan, and its cars were sold through the Fiat dealer network.In the early years, Autobianchi produced small cars that were based on Fiat platforms, but with unique styling and features. Some of the most popular models included the Bianchina, a small city car based on the Fiat 500, and the Primula, a front-wheel-drive compact car that was one of the first cars in its class to have a transverse engine and a hatchback.
In the 1970s, Autobianchi continued to produce small cars, but they were based on more modern Fiat platforms. These models included the A112, a popular supermini that was produced until 1986, and the Y10, a stylish city car that was introduced in 1985.
In the late 1980s, Fiat took over full control of Autobianchi and integrated it into the Fiat brand. Production of Autobianchi models ceased in 1995, and the brand was eventually discontinued