Fiat

Founded in 1899, Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino, or Fiat, has a rich history of mobilizing Italy and much of Europe. The brand is synonymous with small, cleverly packaged cars like the pre-war 500 'Topolino' and its iconic 1957 successor, the Nuova 500. Beyond city cars, Fiat also has a strong performance heritage, most notably through its association with and eventual acquisition of Abarth.

Collector interest in Fiat spans an enormous range of models and eras. The charm and simplicity of the 500, 600, and 850 families make them perennial favorites. Sports car enthusiasts seek out the Pininfarina-designed 124 Sport Spider and the Bertone-bodied X1/9 targa. At the high end, rare and exotic models like the Ferrari-engined Dino and the stunning 8V 'Otto Vu' command serious attention and prices.

The Fiat market is incredibly broad, reflected in its sales data. The average price of around $16,500 indicates a healthy market for popular classics like the 124 Spider and modern Abarth variants. However, the range stretches from basket-case projects to concours-level rarities topping $390,000. Most transactions center on accessible post-war models, which offer a fun and stylish entry into classic car ownership.

Prices for Fiats range from as little as $100 for parts cars to $391,001 for the rarest coachbuilt and competition models.