Fiat 508 Balilla Berlina 4 Porte 1934 for sale

FIAT 508 BALILLA 4-DOOR SALOON – 1934 Make: FIAT Model: 508 Balilla 4-door Saloon Year: 1934 Chassis: 508.056380 Engine: 057810 Displacement: 995 cc / 24 hp Odometer: 21.350 km Certifications: ASI Certificate of Historical Relevance Interior: Grey cloth Exterior: Two-tone blue and black GENERAL DESCRIPTION Offered in excellent, well-preserved condition, this 1934 FIAT 508 Balilla 4-door saloon is one of the most iconic cars of 1930s Italian motoring, a symbol of the mass motorisation championed by FIAT. The "Balilla" model, introduced in 1932, was designed to be sturdy, economical and reliable, making a decisive contribution to the spread of the motor car in Italy. The 4-door saloon version stands out for its elegance, practicality and comfort - qualities that made it particularly popular with families and professionals of the period. HISTORY OF THIS EXAMPLE Originally registered in Rome, the car was later re-registered in Viterbo and still retains its original black period plate, an element of great historical and collector value. Throughout its life it has always been kept in excellent condition, benefiting from constant and careful maintenance that has preserved its authenticity and functionality to this day. Used until now by an enthusiast collector, the car is in a remarkable state of preservation, ready to use and suitable for taking part in classic-car gatherings and events. It is also provided with the compulsory two-yearly roadworthiness certificate, valid at the time of its arrival in our showroom. HISTORIC CERTIFICATIONS In 2024 the car obtained the prestigious ASI Certificate of Historical Relevance issued by the Automotoclub Storico Italiano. This certification attests to the vehicle's originality and historical importance, guaranteeing its conformity with factory specifications and increasing its collector and insurance value. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The FIAT 508 Balilla is equipped with: Inline four-cylinder 995 cc engine 24 hp output Carburettor fuel supply 4-speed manual gearbox Rear-wheel drive Ladder-frame chassis with steel bodywork Front and rear leaf-spring suspension Mechanical drum brakes on all four wheels For its time, these features ensured excellent reliability and a top speed of around 80 km/h, making it a modern and accessible car for the 1930s. ACCESSORIES AND DETAILS Original two-tone blue and black livery Grey cloth interior in keeping with the period Original black plate preserved Original analogue instrumentation Extremely practical and rare 4-door saloon configuration compared with other versions RARITY AND COLLECTOR VALUE The FIAT 508 Balilla was produced in several variants between 1932 and 1937 in significant overall numbers, but surviving examples in original condition and with ASI certification are increasingly rare today. Thanks to its ASI certification, its black plate and its excellent state of preservation, this car represents a historic investment of great appeal. REQUEST INFORMATION Name Email Telephone Your enquiry Privacy I accept the terms on the processing of personal data set out in the privacy policy