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This Fiat 600 Marinella by Carrozzeria Fissore features a two-tone yellow, brown paintwork, wood slatted bench seating, Coir carpeting, Surrey top. 600cc 4-Cylinder engine, 4-speed manual gearbox.
The late-1950’s saw an incredible influx of Post-War growth in personal wealth, and 1958 was a standout year for many industries – specifically dedicated specials in the automotive industry. Northern Italy was dotted with incredible Coachbuilders, easily adaptable to wealthy client’s wishes for some fun, in the form of a beach & marina use “Spiaggina” (Beach Car). This impeccable example from Carrozzeria Fissore is a fantastic amalgam of the Fiat 600 and 1950’s styling. Featuring easy access coachwork, slatted wood bench seating and a quick release removable Surrey top, this incredible one-off exemplifies the La Dolce Vita era and leisurely lifestyle.
The birth of the Spiaggina (Spiaggia = Beach) takes place in the immediate post-war period at the initiative of some Italian coachbuilders which transformed small mass production cars in order to make them suitable for the needs of wealthy customers during the holiday period in the seaside resorts.
