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This Fiat Abarth 500 miniature perfectly captures the sporty essence of the Italian icon in its distinctive white and red livery. Produced by Burago at 1/43 scale, this faithful reproduction proudly displays the iconic colors with its white and red checkered roof, an immediately recognizable visual signature of the competition versions.

Genuine collectible item for enthusiasts of Italian cars and motorsport, this miniature pays tribute to Abarth's exceptional legacy in the world of automotive tuning. It naturally finds its place in any collection dedicated to legendary sports cars.

Miniature Features

  • Model: Abarth 500
  • Brand: Fiat Abarth
  • Scale: 1/43
  • Color: White with white and red checkered roof
  • Manufacturer: Burago
  • Protective case included: Yes

Description of the Real Model

The Fiat Abarth 500 represents the modern renaissance of the Abarth myth, launched in 2008 to accompany the return of the Fiat 500. This performance-enhanced version transforms the charming retro city car into a genuine small sports car, capable of competing with the benchmarks in the high-performance city car segment.

Under the hood, a 1.4 T-Jet engine initially developing 135 horsepower propels this pocket rocket Italian. The Abarth 500 stands out visually with its aerodynamic appendages, its four-exit Record Monza exhausts, and especially its competition liveries reminiscent of the glorious hours of the scorpion brand in rallying and on the track.

The commercial success was immediate, allowing Abarth to regain its legitimacy in the realm of sports preparation. This small bomb measuring 3.65 meters has restored the honor of the Italian art of transforming a daily car into a pleasure machine.

The History of the Abarth Brand

At the time of the creation of the modern Abarth 500, the scorpion brand was undergoing a period of resurgence after several decades of absence from the forefront. Acquired by Fiat in 1971, Abarth had gradually lost its identity as an independent tuner to become just an internal division.

Carlo Abarth founded his company in 1949 with a clear philosophy: to extract the maximum performance from Fiat engines. From the 1960s onwards, the small Abarths dominated their category in rallying and on the track, forging a legendary reputation. The 595, 695, and other derivatives of the original Fiat 500 wrote some of the most beautiful pages of this sporting epic.

The revival of Abarth in 2007, with the return of the scorpion logo as a standalone brand, marked Fiat's intention to capitalize on this exceptional heritage. The modern Abarth 500 was to prove that Carlo Abarth's spirit would endure in the 21st century—mission perfectly accomplished.

The Abarth Checkered Anecdote

The checkered livery of this miniature directly refers to one of the most ingrained traditions in motorsport. But at Abarth, this decoration has a special meaning, intimately linked to the brand's history in competition.

In the 1960s and 1970s, the Abarth rally cars frequently sported these checkered patterns on their roofs, a way for drivers and teams to visually stand out during special stages. This aesthetic tradition also allowed spectators to quickly identify the cars prepared by Turin's wizard, Carlo Abarth.

More than just a decorative element, the red and white checker became the visual signature of Abarths engaged in competition. From the Targa Florio to the Monte Carlo Rally, these small striped Italians spread terror among their much more powerful competitors, proving that ingenuity could surpass engine displacement.

Even today, this checkered livery remains deeply associated with Abarth's sporty DNA. Seeing it reproduced on this miniature immediately reminds connoisseurs of the exploits of these exceptional machines that built the legend of the scorpion brand.

Complete Your Miniature Collection

This Fiat Abarth 500 Burago fits perfectly into the world of Italian sports car miniatures. It naturally interacts with other models from the fiat-abarth miniature car collection, allowing for a retracing of the scorpion brand's evolution through the decades.

Passionate collectors of French and foreign automobiles will particularly appreciate this reproduction that reflects the Italian excellence in automotive preparation. It also finds its place alongside Burago models, a manufacturer recognized for the quality of its 1/43 scale reproductions.

This miniature will appeal to both seasoned collectors and enthusiasts discovering the world of automotive reproductions. It serves as an excellent introduction to the collection of race car miniatures and harmonizes perfectly with other 1/43 scale miniatures in your display.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to understand the scales of miniatures?

Scale indicates the reduction ratio between the real car and the miniature. For example, at 1:43 scale, each centimeter on the miniature corresponds to 43 centimeters on the real vehicle.

Concretely, a 1/18 scale Ferrari model is approximately 25-30 cm long, while in 1/43 scale it measures approximately 10 cm.

What scales are available?

Our model cars are mainly offered in 1/43, 1/24, 1/18 and 1/87 (HO) scales. The scale is always indicated in the product sheet.

The smaller the second number, the larger the model car (e.g. 1/18 is larger than 1/43).

Does the model car come with protection?

Yes, each model car is systematically delivered in its protective box. This box preserves the collectible value and protects your model car from dust and shocks.

How is my package protected during transport?

We package each order with the utmost care: bubble wrap, appropriate cushioning, and polystyrene. Your model car is perfectly secure during its journey.

What is the delivery time?

In-stock items are shipped within 24-48 hours. Please allow 2-3 business days for France via Colissimo or 4-5 days via Mondial Relay.

The model car is no longer in stock, when will you have it?

It's impossible for me to know exactly when I'll receive a new stock because I receive arrivals in dribs and drabs. Please contact me so I can keep you informed as soon as it's available.

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