Drumming up sales in the US car market for the Fiat 500 might turn out to be easier than first thought on presenting these kinds of European, Dolce Vita fashion models. The Fiat 500 by Gucci will get a New York Fashion Week debut as the trendy model struts into town complete with Gucci logos and stripes.

The 500C Gucci comes after the standard hard-top 500 Gucci version and is available in either black or white with the red and green classic Gucci stripe down the roof. The wheel hubs feature Gucci logos and on the inside we get additional Gucci logos featuring on the Frau leather seats and chrome trim. In Europe the Fiat 500 Gucci versions sell for about €17,100.

Source | Autoblog.com

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This interesting Fiat 500C Castagna Milano model was spotted recently on the streets of Milan, sporting a curious striped canvas top and completely open-air side panels. Showing off what we’d describe as a nautical inspiration, the summery Fiat 500C is more an example of something we’d expect to see cruising the Amalfi Coast, or down at Portofino, but it adds a nice touch to a Milan street scene.

Fiat 500C Castagna Milano summer cabrio

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After the standard Fiat 500 by Gucci we now get the cabrio version all trendy with the Italian fashion brand. The 500C by Gucci comes after 3,000 orders have already been placed for the hard top job. The new soft-top variant comes in either black or white with chrome trim and the special green-red-green Gucci stripe on the roof.

There won’t be any Gucci stripe on the side, but the 500C gets the same 16-inch wheels as the Fiat 500 by Gucci, with the fashion house’s logo in the centre. On the inside we get two-tone Frau leather seats, more chrome trim and Gucci logo peppered throughout the cabin on various surfaces.

The Fiat 500C by Gucci price is €20,000 and that also gets you air conditioning, seven airbags, blue&me system, parking sensors, CD MP3 radio and multifunction steering wheel in leather. As part of the trendy feel, the 500C by Gucci will get snazzy debuts in Saint Tropez, Berlin, Barcelona, London, Geneva and various Italian locations in summer.

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If the Americans thought the little Fiat 500 hard-top version was hot, they haven’t seen the Fiat 500C cabrio yet. Set to debut at the 2011 New York Auto Show, the soft-top 500 has a sliding fabric roof in total dolce vita style, and some serious head-turning looks. According to Fiat, the first sales of the US 500 couldn’t have been more successful and they’ll be counting on that to carry over to the 500C as well.

In fact, it seems that the Fiat 500C is getting an earlier release date “in time for spring” although exactly when hasn’t been revealed. The same modifications to the European version of the hard-top model have been made to the cabrio, although the originality of the fabric roof opening has been kept and it should be equipped with the impressive Multiair 1.4 powertrain.

While I would never buy one of these, if you’re interested in style and want a cabrio, this is a cute and relatively functional car. I drove one last year and you can see the results on BlogDolceVita - see what I mean about style…?

Fiat 500C US

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The Fiat 500C US debut could take place at the 2011 New York Auto Show in a move that could make a lot of sense for Fiat in the US. In time for summer, the Fiat 500C could be presented at the upcoming American show and will offer the same improvements made to the US version of the coupe.

The open top version will start with the 1.4 Multiair engine with 105 hp, and will have a larger fuel tank, Easy Entry rear seat access and more powerful air conditioning. Having driven one of these, I can safely say it is one seriously sexy little car and could be even more interesting for the US market than the first 500 to turn up.

In the meantime, the Fiat 500 hard top is making its way to Canadian customers along the TransCanada Highway with more than 200 cars.

Source | Autoblog.it

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Tuning house Fenice Milano has released this tuned version of the Fiat 500C called “La dolce vita”. Like the Diva Rolls Royce Ghost model, the Fenice Milano Dolce Vita 500C uses 24 carat gold as part of its exterior finish and teak wood on the inside. Changes to the technical side of things include modifications to the suspension, cooling system and exhaust but no official details have been released. This model is the 1.4-litre 16V engine with Dualogic automatic transmission.

Two versions are available: the deep crimson “Sportiva” with chrome features and the “Classic” white pearl finish. The interior redesign includes a new dash with instrument panel in the centre and finished in gold framing. The steering wheel is also new with gold and teak inserts. Even the floor mats get this finish. Given this Fiat 500 is the cabriolet model, the final touch has been to include gold thread in the roof.

Continue reading: Fenice Milano Fiat 500C: La dolce vita gets expensive

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Romeo Ferraris has developed this special edition Fiat 500C. Called ‘Sardinia’ it comes in special green paint dedicated to the emerald coast and summer on Italy’s island known as an exclusive holiday spot for the jet setting crowd. 50 units of the 500C Sardinia will be produced by the Milan workshop and the exterior features include the twin tone emerald green-beige finish, 16-inch wheels and dual exhaust at the rear.

The interior of the 500C Sardinia continues the beige theme and also has an interesting cork feature that comes from the oak trees on the island. It’s used for the gearstick and dash inserts and has an anti-wear/anti-scratch finish. The car mats have been done in emerald green and the leather seats include a beige-sand colour contrast.

Romeo Ferraris Fiat 500C Sardinia

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The prices for the new Fiat 500 TwinAir have been released for the Italian market, and each model will cost about 1,600 euros more than its 1.2, 69 hp counterpart. The new engine is a twin-cylinder unit with 85 hp, and further powersteps to come, along with hybrid and methane drivetrains. Personalisation kits range from “Pop” to “Sport” and “Lounge”, and the most expensive is the special version Fiat 500 ‘by Diesel’.

The “Lounge” option for the Fiat 500 hardtop is replaced by a “Rock” kit in the Fiat 500C cabrio model. Pricing for the current models start at 11,650 euros for the 500, and 15,150 euros for the 500C. After the jump you’ll find all the local pricing in Italy for the new Fiat 500 TwinAir.

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More from our friend Theophilus Chin with this rendering of the Fiat 500 roadster. The Fiat 500 is successfully continuing its evolution, after the standard model was developed into the Abarth 500 and the Fiat 500C. Coming in the future will also be the Abarth 500C, and the much-expected US debut of the Fiat 500 in 2011.

The Fiat 500 in the US will be assembled at Fiat-Chrysler facilities in Mexico, which will also produce the 500 Giardineria, or 500 station wagon version. The Fiat 500 is aiming for further competition with the Mini and the broadening of the range will go blow-for-blow with the new Mini Coupe and Mini Roadster concepts presented at Frankfurt.

Source | Autoblog.it

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It may seem odd to compare the Fiat 500C with the Smart ForTwo cabrio but if you’re in the market for a smaller and economical cabrio, these two are likely on your list to check out and Auto, Motor und Sport did a comparison test. In terms of style, there’s not much competition, really, with the 500C being the sexy, retro model out of the two, and the Smart ForTwo cabrio the less attractive option.

However, the 500C is also 40 kg heavier and a significant 2,800 euros more expensive, than the Smart ForTwo cabrio. In terms of practicality, both models are similar with regards to boot space and roof function. The 500C is apparently noisier though, but being slightly bigger, interior space makes for greater comfort. The Smart ForTwo is more your city choice for parking and manageability, at the cost of a roomier vehicle.

The Fiat 500C has greater fuel consumption than the Smart, meaning that you won’t be buying one based on its environmental qualifications. But, if you want to value driving pleasure over economical city commuting, the 500C has to be your choice. Despite its greater cost, it is the more fun to drive, with better feel and transmission than the Smart, and more comfort. So it comes down to your reason for buying one (mountain roads in summer vs city streets) and how far your budget stretches.

Source | Auto Moto und Sport via Cinquecentisti

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Fiat has released the first video of the Fiat 500C, in which we also get a demonstration of the remote control open and close mechanism of the little car. While road handling will be something to examine in the future, Fiat says it’s made improvements. The Fiat 500 cabrio debuts in dealerships in Italy on July 4th.

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The Fiat 500C is set to debut across Italian Fiat dealerships on July 4th, and in preparation, Fiat has released these new pics of the 500 cabriolet, including some shots of the original cabrio. Fiat has been working on some aspects of its 500C to make it more appealing, including an accessible boot and improvements to the aerodynamics to make it quieter.

Boot space is 182 litres, only three less than the Fiat 500, and a wind stop is an optional extra for the comfort of rear passengers. The soft top is one of the key elements of the cabrio, with an electronic, remote control mechanism. The three colours of black, ivory and red can be matched with the three new body colours: pearl red, grey and blue (now available on all 500 models).

Euro 5 engines have been confirmed, including the 1.2 litre 69hp, the 1.4 litre 100 hp, and teh 1.3 litre Multijet 75 hp. The 500 C diesel version created for a charity auction looks set to remain a one-off. More details after the jump.

Continue reading: New Fiat 500C pics and details: full 500 cabrio gallery

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