THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 2007
- Body style
- Berlina
- Engine
- Supercharged inline-4
- Type
- Limited
- Power
- 155 hp
- Top speed
- 200 km/h
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 500 Cinquino, a masterpiece brought to life by Carrozzeria Castagna Milano, is a modern love letter to an era when coachbuilders transformed economical cars into small luxury gems. Taking the humble 2007 Fiat 500 as its base, this bespoke creation transforms the everyday into the extraordinary, breathing new life into a city car with echoes of 1950s luxury. It’s not just a car; it’s a declaration of style, blending the nostalgia of the past with the pulse of contemporary performance. On the outside, the Cinquino dazzles with a two-tone paint job that could almost be described as a symphony of color. Hand-applied pinstripes curve gracefully along the body, drawing the eye and adding a sense of craftsmanship that feels personal, like the brushstrokes of an artist. The contrasting wheel arches not only highlight the car’s refined silhouette but give it an air of confidence, as if it’s always ready for its close-up. Lowered by 30 mm, courtesy of Eibach springs, the Cinquino doesn’t just look sleek—it sits on the road like it owns it. The 280 mm Brembo discs and 17” AEZ alloy wheels aren’t just there for aesthetics; they promise a driving experience that matches the visual drama, offering power and control with a touch of Italian flair. Pop the hood, and you’ll find a soul that roars with 155 horsepower, courtesy of a low-pressure volumetric compressor. It’s not just about speed, though—it’s about the feeling of the road unfolding beneath you, a reminder that beneath the polished surface, there’s a beast ready to pounce when called upon. Inside, the Fiat 500 Cinquino invites you into a cabin that feels like it was crafted just for you. Leather seats, sculpted with care, wrap you in luxury, while alcantara trims offer an extra touch of opulence. Every detail is intentional, a nod to the fine art of craftsmanship. The Fiat 500 Cinquino isn’t just a car; it’s a fusion of eras, an echo of the past with one foot firmly planted in the present. A car that doesn’t just take you places, but makes you feel like you’ve arrived. It’s a celebration of luxury, performance, and artistry—a rolling tribute to the golden age of automotive design, recast for today.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Mechanical platform
- Fiat 500 1.4 100 HP
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- Supercharged inline-4
- Power (hp)
- 155 hp
- Torque
- 170 Nm
- Top speed
- 200 km/h
- Specification notes
- Cinquino technical fields describe the Castagna Passion Kit Corsa configuration on the Fiat 500 1.4 100 HP base. Top speed is published as over 200 km/h, so 200 is stored as the documented threshold rather than an exact maximum.
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Castagna
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 7 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 |
|---|---|
| Caradisiac — Fiat 500 Cinquino by Castagna www.caradisiac.com | Automotive press contemporary |











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