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Abarth Moretti 1000 Coupé

1972Coachwork by Moretti

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.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource 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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