Highlights: – 998 cc four-cylinder petrol engine, rear-mounted, manual transmission – Rare Italian glass-fibre bodied cabriolet, limited production of around 500 cars – Two-tone red and cream paintwork with tan interior – Photographs of the engine overhaul, including cylinder head and carburettor, available The private seller offers for sale this 1965 Autobianchi Stellina, powered by a 998 cc four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. The Stellina is one of the most charming small Italian cabriolets of the 1960s, a rare and instantly recognisable machine that was built in very small numbers. According to the seller, only 504 were made, and the model is regarded as the forerunner of the Fiat 850 Spider. Introduced in the early 1960s, the Stellina, Italian for “little star”, was built by Autobianchi, the joint venture between Fiat, Pirelli and Bianchi. It used the mechanical components of the Fiat 600 under a glass-fibre body styled by Luigi Rapi and made by Vincenzo Garavini in Turin, which was a pioneering choice of material for a series production car at the time. With the engine at the rear, a low windscreen and compact proportions, it was a stylish, lightweight open two-seater aimed at sunny-weather motoring rather than outright performance. This example is finished in a handsome combination of red and cream, with chrome bumpers, a gold Autobianchi script on the bonnet and “Stellina 800” lettering on the rear deck. The cabin is trimmed in tan, with a slim steering wheel and a simple dashboard. The seller has supplied a series of photographs of the engine being worked on, showing the cylinder head, valve gear, carburettor and starter motor, which give an insight into the mechanical attention the car has received. For collectors, the Stellina offers a rare and distinctive entry into Italian coachbuilt-style motoring from the early 1960s. Its small production run and distinctive glass-fibre body make it a car that is seldom seen at classic events, and it is sure to attract attention wherever it appears. 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 3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives. Technical condition 4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing. Overall condition 4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time. This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only. We encourage all potential bidders to inspect the vehicle before placing a bid. Please contact us by phone or email to schedule an appointment. All auction vehicles offered have a reserve price. You have only won the item if the seller accepts your bid. Price changes and errors reserved. The 14-day right of withdrawal does not apply to this auction. This vehicle comes from a private collection and is currently located in the province of Antwerp, Belgium. This vehicle drives, brakes and shifts. The vehicle has a Belgian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction. The description of this vehicle is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the vehicle from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. Read more