Fiat 508 B Balilla Spider '35

• Fiat 508B Balilla Spider from 1935

• 995 cc four-cylinder engine with 4-speed manual gearbox
  
• Indicated mileage of 52,437 km
  
• Professionally restored – recent brake and carburettor maintenance carried out
  
• Belgian registration documents and Belgian Car-Pass present
  
  

The Fiat 508B Balilla Spider, introduced in 1934, is a beautiful example of Italian elegance and technical simplicity from the interwar period. Its compact dimensions, graceful open bodywork and typical 1930s styling make it a particularly attractive pre-war classic.




This example was first registered on 30 June 1935 and is finished in a beautiful colour combination. The 995 cc inline four-cylinder engine produces 36 hp and is paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox. Power is sent to the rear wheels and the indicated mileage is 52,437 km. The chassis number is 76217.




The car underwent a professional restoration. The bodywork was repainted and the interior was also restored. The interior was upgraded with genuine leather, which fits the classic character of this Spider beautifully. The chassis number is original and clearly legible.




Both the brakes and carburettor have recently been serviced. This means that two technical points which required attention during an earlier inspection have since been addressed.




With its lightweight construction, open two-seater body and sporty appearance, the 508B Spider can be regarded as the little sister of the sportier Balilla models associated with the Coppa d’Oro and the Mille Miglia. A charming Italian classic combining elegance, simplicity and pre-war driving pleasure.




Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an inspection report for this vehicle.




Technical specifications




• Make: Fiat


• Model: 508B Balilla Spider
  
• Year: 1935
  
• Date of first registration: 30/06/1935
  
• Engine: Inline four-cylinder
  
• Engine capacity: 995 cc
  
• Power: 36 hp
  
• Transmission: 4-speed manual gearbox
  
• Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
  
• Brakes: Mechanical drum brakes on all four wheels
  
• Top speed: approximately 110 km/h
  
• Weight: approximately 800 kg
  
• Indicated mileage: 52,437 km
  
• Chassis number: 76217
  
  

Condition and points of attention




Restoration and originality




• Professional restoration


• Beautiful colour combination
  
• Characterful pre-war presentation
  
  

Bodywork




• Repainted


• Signs of use
  
• Some scratches present
  
  

Paintwork




• Repainted


• Normal signs of use
  
  

Underside




• Original and in good condition


• Uncleaned
  
  

Tyres




• Dried out


• Due for replacement
  
  

Interior, soft top and carpets




• Restored interior


• Upgraded with genuine leather
  
• Signs of use
  
• Classic two-seater configuration
  
  

Chassis number check




• Original and clearly legible


• Location: front right chassis rail, ahead of the fuel tank
  
  

Engine bay




• Good, honest condition


• Uncleaned
  
  

Engine and mechanics




Engine




• 995 cc four-cylinder engine


• Recent carburettor maintenance carried out
  
  

Fluids and maintenance




• Well maintained


• Recent technical maintenance carried out
  
  

Battery




• Due for replacement in the foreseeable future




Clutch




• Works well




Gearbox




• 4-speed manual gearbox


• Works well
  
  

Brakes




• Mechanical drum brakes on all four wheels


• Recent brake maintenance carried out
  
  

Handbrake




• Adjustment required




Electrical system




• Horn works


• Windscreen wipers work
  
• Dashboard works
  
• Heating does not work
  
  

Lighting




• Works well




Axles and suspension




• Play in the left kingpin


• Play in the right kingpin
  
  

Design and character




• Streamlined pre-war styling


• Open Spider bodywork
  
• Classic round headlights and characteristic grille
  
• Wire wheels
  
• Chrome details
  
• Lightweight and agile design
  
• Two-seater interior with a classic, functional cockpit
  
  

Documents




• Belgian registration documents


• Belgian Car-Pass present
  
• Car-Pass:
  
  

This Fiat 508B Balilla Spider can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter, Belgium.

Visits are possible with or without an appointment. If desired, the car can also be inspected on a vehicle lift.

Oldtimerfarm has more than 300 classic cars and motorcycles and is located just 5 minutes from the Aalter exit of the E40 motorway.

Also watch our videos:

Warranty:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv9nimvtu8M

Mileage of classic cars (km/Miles):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po

Purchase procedure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNc9Ag1mDPQ