THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1968
- Body style
- Coupé
- Engine
- Inline-4
- Type
- Prototype
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Fiat 125 City by Eurostyle was a bold and innovative hatchback coupé concept that combined practicality with sporty styling. Designed by Eurostyle and based on the angular four-door Fiat 125, this unique creation reimagined the platform with a 2+2 seating arrangement, large panoramic windows, and a dynamic, streamlined character that hinted at a new direction for urban-friendly yet stylish vehicles. One of the most striking features of the Fiat 125 City was its distinctive front-end design. The car showcased an eye-catching arrangement of rectangular headlights positioned close together, tucked under aerodynamically curved acrylic glass covers. This polarizing design element gave the vehicle a futuristic and modern appearance, setting it apart from the more conventional styling of its contemporaries. The 125 City blended sportiness and functionality with its hatchback design, which added versatility to its otherwise sleek and compact profile. While remaining faithful to the Fiat 125’s angular aesthetic, Eurostyle introduced a fresh interpretation with smoother lines and a more youthful, dynamic stance. The sporty yet practical nature of the design highlighted the growing interest in creating vehicles that appealed to both style-conscious and urban-oriented drivers. The Fiat 125 City made its public debut at the 1968 Turin Motor Show, where it drew attention for its unconventional design and forward-thinking concept. Despite the excitement it generated, the 125 City was never put into production and likely remained a one-off prototype. This innovative hatchback coupé stands as a testament to the creativity and vision of Eurostyle during the late 1960s. Its unique combination of sporty flair, functional design, and futuristic styling continues to make the Fiat 125 City an intriguing chapter in automotive history. While it may not have reached the mass market, it serves as a reminder of the bold experimentation that defined the era.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Prototype
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-4
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Design Studio · Documented
- Eurostyle
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
50° Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile – Torino General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1968
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery
No publishable photographs are currently catalogued for this vehicle.
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| COACHBUILD.com — Eurostyle Fiat 125 City/Coupe infparts.coachbuild.com | Specialist coachbuilder model archive |
| PostWarClassic — Eurostyle debut at Turin 1968 www.postwarclassic.com | Independent specialist history |




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