THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1972
- Body style
- Coupé
- Engine
- Inline-4
- Type
- Limited
- Production
- 5
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 Abarth Moretti 1000 Coupé is a rare and intriguing classic car that stands out as a result of a unique collaboration between Abarth, Moretti, and Carrozzeria Moretti. Essentially, this car started life as a 127 Moretti Coupé but was extensively tuned and modified by Abarth, the renowned performance brand known for its high-performance upgrades and motorsport pedigree. This partnership resulted in the creation of a limited series of only five specimens, making the Abarth Moretti 1000 Coupé an exceptionally rare vehicle that is highly coveted by collectors today. The Abarth Moretti Coupé was crafted with a distinct emphasis on performance and style, reflecting the best of both Abarth’s racing spirit and Moretti’s coachbuilding expertise. The basis of the car, the Fiat 127, was already a popular and agile model known for its light weight and responsive handling. However, Abarth’s tuning transformed the standard 127 Moretti Coupé into a more aggressive and dynamic vehicle, enhancing its engine and performance capabilities significantly. The powertrain was upgraded to a 1.0-liter engine, tuned to extract more power and torque, providing a spirited driving experience that was far beyond the standard 127. Carrozzeria Moretti, known for its bespoke craftsmanship, was responsible for the sleek and aerodynamic bodywork that set the Abarth Moretti 1000 Coupé apart from other vehicles of its time. The design featured a low-slung profile, flared wheel arches, and unique styling cues that highlighted its sporty nature. The interior was also given special attention, with upgraded materials and a driver-focused layout that underscored its racing pedigree. Given its extremely limited production run of just five units, the Abarth Moretti 1000 Coupé has become a highly sought-after collector’s item. Each of the five cars is believed to have been custom-built with slight variations, adding to their individuality and exclusivity. This combination of rarity, bespoke craftsmanship, and Abarth’s tuning prowess ensures that the Abarth Moretti 1000 Coupé remains a standout piece of automotive history, celebrating the ingenuity and collaboration between three iconic Italian brands.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 5
- Production type
- Limited
- Production from
- 1972
- Production to
- 1972
- Production notes
- A genuine 1972 Fiat Abarth Moretti 1000 Coupé is independently documented. The underlying Moretti 127 Coupé body is by Dany Brawand. A specialist survivor source reports five Abarth-spec cars (all red) out of about 250 same-body cars; retain five only as a qualified secondary claim, not factory-primary production total.
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Inline-4
- Specification notes
- Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_identity_medium_count | high
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Manufacturer / Body Builder · Documented
- Moretti
- Designer · Documented
- Dany Brawand
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 12 photographs
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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 |
|---|---|
| Carrozzeria Moretti model history wikipedia.cloudix.cabillot.eu | Published model history secondary |
| Carstyling.ru — 1972 Fiat 127 Coupé Moretti www.carstyling.ru | Specialist design archive |
| Story Cars — 1972–1976 Fiat 127 Coupé by Moretti www.story-cars.com | Specialist model history |
| Altarimini — Moretti Abarth 1000 Coupé survivor altarimini.it | Recent event survivor reference |











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