1973 AUTOBIANCHI 120 BIANCHINA GIARDINIERA - Lot 133

1973 AUTOBIANCHI 120 BIANCHINA GIARDINIERA - French registration - Serial number 120293241 - Timeless Italian design and charm In 1973, at a time when the European automobile industry was moving towards modernity and rationality, the Autobianchi Bianchina Giardiniera perpetuated the charm of a bygone era - when simplicity, elegance and Italian refinement were expressed in even the most popular cars. Born in 1960 and directly derived from the Fiat 500 Giardiniera, the Bianchina Giardiniera stands out for its attention to detail and its more plush appearance. Autobianchi, a Fiat subsidiary, was intended to be the group's laboratory for more refined technical and aesthetic solutions. The Giardiniera uses the proven mechanics of the 500: a 499 cm³ twin-cylinder engine installed horizontally under the trunk floor; as a result, it offers surprisingly flexible interior space and a charming, miniature station wagon look. The 1973 version marked the model's last years of production, before the Bianchina bowed out. Produced on a small scale, it is today highly sought-after by enthusiasts of microcars and Italian design. This example appears to be well preserved, and the seller tells us that he drives it regularly. Note that it will be sold without a technical inspection. A symbol of an optimistic Italy, the Bianchina Giardiniera goes beyond its utilitarian function: it embodies the Italian design of the 60s and 70s, and today seduces collectors with its image as a true icon of design and mechanical elegance. 1973 AUTOBIANCHI 120 BIANCHINA GIARDINIERA - French registration document - Serial number 120293241 - Timeless Italian design and charm In 1973, at a time when European cars were moving towards modernity and rationality, the Autobianchi Bianchina Giardiniera perpetuated the charm of a bygone era - one in which simplicity, elegance and Italian refinement were expressed even in the most popular cars. Launched in 1960 and directly derived from the Fiat 500 Giardiniera, the Bianchina Giardiniera stood out for its attention to detail and more luxurious presentation. Autobianchi, a subsidiary of Fiat, saw itself as the group's laboratory for more refined technical and aesthetic solutions. The Giardiniera used the tried and tested mechanics of the 500: a 499 cc twin-cylinder engine installed horizontally under the boot floor, offering a surprisingly versatile interior space and a charming miniature estate car design. The 1973 version marked the last years of production for the model, before the Bianchina bowed out. Produced in small numbers, it is now highly sought after by enthusiasts of microcars and Italian design. This example appears to be well preserved, and the seller tells us that they drive the vehicle regularly. Please note that it will be sold without an MOT. A symbol of an Italy full of optimism, the Bianchina Giardiniera transcends its utilitarian function: it embodies Italian design of the 1960s and 1970s and today appeals to collectors as a true icon of design and mechanical elegance.