A restored 1959 Fiat 600 Multipla is being offered for sale in Italy alongside a restored, color-matched 1975 Lander Graziella 300 caravan, creating a cohesive period touring combination rooted in postwar Italian design. The two vehicles are listed together as a single package and are currently located in the Province of Genoa.
Finished in a red and cream two-tone scheme, the Fiat 600 Multipla represents one of the earliest interpretations of a people carrier. Developed during the mid-1950s under the direction of Dante Giacosa, the model debuted in 1956 as a response to Italy’s growing demand for affordable, space-efficient transportation. Its forward-control layout pushed the cabin ahead of the front axle, allowing seating for up to six passengers within a compact footprint suited to urban streets.
Mechanically, the Multipla followed the Fiat 600 formula with a rear-mounted, water-cooled inline-four engine and rear-wheel drive. Early versions used a 633cc engine paired with a four-speed manual transmission, producing modest power that aligned with city-focused use. Suspension components at the front were derived from the larger Fiat 1100, a necessary upgrade to support the taller body and increased passenger capacity.
Production of the Fiat 600 Multipla ran from 1956 into 1967, with approximately 243,000 examples built. Over time, the model became closely associated with taxi service and light commercial use across Italy due to its flexible interior configurations and low operating costs.
The example offered here has undergone a comprehensive restoration, including its body, interior, engine, and transmission. It sits on cream steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and whitewall tires, reinforcing its period appearance.
Paired with the Multipla is a restored Lander Graziella 300 caravan from 1975, finished to match the tow vehicle. Despite its compact size, the caravan includes a convertible dinette that doubles as sleeping space, along with a kitchenette equipped with a sink with running water, a refrigerator, counter space, and a gas cooker. The layout suggests accommodation best suited for one or two occupants.
The restored Fiat and caravan are being sold together, presented as a complete vintage touring setup intended for renewed use rather than static display.
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