Fiat Cars (1960s): Books - History

Les plus belles FIAT des années 1960 à 1990 (Autofocus)

Fiat is not a generalist manufacturer like all the others. If the brand has produced popular cars at high rates, it has always offered sportier versions presented in this book.
Designed and produced most often in Italy in smaller series, these sports cars are mechanically derived from mass-production models. Even when dressed by the biggest coachbuilders and gaining in sportiness and luxury, these cars remain accessible like all Fiats.

In this book dedicated to the most beautiful Fiats from the 1960s to the 1990s, we have favored the coupes and convertibles extrapolated from the touring sedans, from the 850 to the 128, including the 1500, the 2300 or the 124, without forgetting the more prestigious versions with the Dino 2.4 l, the 130 coupe but also the most humble with the 500 in its Luxury version.

With this book, enjoy the music emitted by the six-cylinder Dino, the Fiat 2300 S or the five-cylinder 20 V coupé. Experience the pleasure of driving them through the dynamic X1/9, Barchetta and 850 coupé. Enjoy your journey in the most beautiful Fiats!

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Fiat 1300-1500 (1961-1967)

The Fiat 1300 and 1500, produced in the 1960s, epitomized elegance during a period of economic prosperity in Italy. These sedans were refined and tasteful, appealing to the sophisticated Italian bourgeoisie who valued understated elegance. The station wagon variants, though innovative for their time, were not fully understood or appreciated.

This book chronicles the complete history of the Fiat 1300 and 1500, from the initial project inception to subsequent developments. It is filled with numerous illustrations and detailed technical specifications for each version, providing a comprehensive overview of these iconic vehicles.

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Fiat 1200 - 1500 - 1600S (1959-1966)

With support from Pininfarina and the Maserati brothers' OSCA, Fiat ventured into crafting its version of the quintessential Italian open-body car. The lineup of cabriolets, featuring engines ranging from 1200 to 1600 twin-cam models made in Bologna, emerged as a viable alternative to Alfa Romeo during the Sixties. These cabriolets boasted a more understated demeanor compared to their counterparts, yet delivered performance on par with their peers.

This book meticulously chronicles the history of Fiat cabriolets, tracing their inception and subsequent developments. Brimming with numerous illustrations and detailed technical specifications for each model, it offers a comprehensive exploration of these iconic vehicles and their impact on automotive history.

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Fiat 1800, 2100 e 2300

The Fiat 1800 and 2100 (and later the 2300) represent the flagship models the Turin-based firm offered in the mid-Sixties to a clientele looking for a large, elegant, robust and reliable car at a price undercutting the contemporary Lancias and Alfa Romeos. Along with the classic saloon versions, a modern station-wagon and a ceremonial long-wheelbase variant were also offered. They were all powered by a refined straight-six.

The range was extended in 1961 with the splendid and powerful 2300 S Coupé bodied by Ghia, one of the most successful and attractive Fiat sports cars, while the following year it was the turn of the more economical four-cylinder 1500 L.

This book tells the story of the birth and development of this significant family of Fiat cars, presenting the technical issues and historical details of the various versions produced. Equipped with detailed technical files and illustrated with numerous contemporary images, the book also provides a very useful guide to restoration and invaluable maintenance tips.

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