Fiat - Balilla 508 - 1934
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The 1934 Balilla 508 is located in Spain with Spanish registration papers, manual transmission, petrol, in Granate and Black, 20 HP, chassis 57556, engine not original (restored), mileage 47,709 km, CoC not present, ITV valid until 26 March 2026.
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History/General Description
The vehicle was registered for the first and only time in 1934 in Barcelona. In 1950, it was acquired by my grandfather, and it has belonged to my family ever since. It was used as the family's regular car until the early 1970s. From then on, it was parked in a garage. In the early 1990s, a thorough overhaul and mechanical and electrical tuning were carried out, it was painted in its current colors (originally it was all black), and it was put back into service. Since then, it has been used sporadically for leisure outings. In 2017, the seats and interior linings were reupholstered. The five tires were also replaced with new ones. In 2018, during a trip, a connecting rod broke, causing irreparable damage to the engine. The original engine was replaced with a restored original one purchased in Italy, which is currently installed. A water pump was also added to improve cooling. Since then, regular maintenance has been performed annually (oil changes, filters, spark plugs, brake pads, battery, etc.), and it operates normally. Notably, in 2023, a repair was made to the exhaust pipe, replacing the muffler with a new one.
On March 26, 2025, the Mandatory Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV) was successfully passed, conducted by TÜV Rheinland. It is valid until March 26, 2026.
The last regular service was on September 1, 2025 (47,670 km), during which engine and transmission oils were changed, and a slight leak in the radiator was sealed.
Original registration. Updated papers. It is not classified as a historic vehicle. The vehicle is located in the province of Barcelona, Spain.
Exterior
The exterior condition of the vehicle is very good, showing some minor scratches on the front headlights due to accidental contact when opening the engine compartment covers. It also has slight paint chips, which have been documented in the attached photographs.
The rubber seals, windows, chromed parts, and lights are in good condition. The window seals are original, showing the typical appearance of age but maintaining complete watertightness against water ingress.
There is no record of welds performed in the past.
Shows signs of superficial rust on the lower part of the chassis and bodywork due to aging, which in no case affects the vehicle's structural integrity.
The covers of the 5 tires were replaced in 2017 and are in excellent condition.
Interior
The vehicle was completely reupholstered in 2017 (seats, interior linings, roof, carpets, etc.)
The window seals are original, showing signs of age but maintaining their waterproofing. The front seats are not original. It has an electric motor for the windshield wiper (not original).
Mechanics
Mechanically, it is in very good condition. It always starts on the first try, even at low temperatures.
In 2018, due to a connecting rod failure that irreparably damaged a cylinder, the entire engine was replaced with a restored original one imported from Italy. It features a 4-speed gearbox. A water pump has been added to improve cooling.
A water temperature gauge and an oil pressure gauge were also added. That year, the brake drums were also rectified. It is worth noting that in 2023, an exhaust pipe repair was carried out, replacing the silencer with a new one. Routinely, each year, regular maintenance has been performed (checking levels, changing engine oil and transmission oil, cleaning filters, inspecting spark plugs, etc.). The most recent regular maintenance was on September 1, 2025, when the engine oils and transmission oil were changed, and a slight leak in the radiator was repaired.
On March 26, 2025, the Mandatory Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV) conducted by TÜV Rheinland was successfully passed, with two minor defects:
imbalance in braking forces between wheels on the same axle of 20 to 30%
Leak in the transmission's oil pan.
Brakes, tires, suspension, belts, and clutch in very good condition.
It shows slight oil leaks from the engine and transmission.
Documentation
The vehicle has all the proper documentation.
Vehicle's technical sheet. A photograph is attached.
circulation permit
Mandatory Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV) valid until 26.03.2026. A photograph is attached.
Mandatory insurance
- Certificate of suitability for classic vehicles issued by the Catalan Federation of Historic Vehicles (FCVH) confirming the proper maintenance of the vehicle and that it has not undergone substantial changes to its main components. A photograph is attached.
The vehicle retains its original registration. Its classification as a historic vehicle has not been requested.
The chassis number 57,556 is original and matching. A photograph of the data plate is attached.
- The engine number indicated on the identification plate does not match the actual engine number installed. As mentioned, the original engine broke down and was replaced with a restored original one brought from Italy. The current engine number is not available.
History/General Description
The vehicle was registered for the first and only time in 1934 in Barcelona. In 1950, it was acquired by my grandfather, and it has belonged to my family ever since. It was used as the family's regular car until the early 1970s. From then on, it was parked in a garage. In the early 1990s, a thorough overhaul and mechanical and electrical tuning were carried out, it was painted in its current colors (originally it was all black), and it was put back into service. Since then, it has been used sporadically for leisure outings. In 2017, the seats and interior linings were reupholstered. The five tires were also replaced with new ones. In 2018, during a trip, a connecting rod broke, causing irreparable damage to the engine. The original engine was replaced with a restored original one purchased in Italy, which is currently installed. A water pump was also added to improve cooling. Since then, regular maintenance has been performed annually (oil changes, filters, spark plugs, brake pads, battery, etc.), and it operates normally. Notably, in 2023, a repair was made to the exhaust pipe, replacing the muffler with a new one.
On March 26, 2025, the Mandatory Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV) was successfully passed, conducted by TÜV Rheinland. It is valid until March 26, 2026.
The last regular service was on September 1, 2025 (47,670 km), during which engine and transmission oils were changed, and a slight leak in the radiator was sealed.
Original registration. Updated papers. It is not classified as a historic vehicle. The vehicle is located in the province of Barcelona, Spain.
Exterior
The exterior condition of the vehicle is very good, showing some minor scratches on the front headlights due to accidental contact when opening the engine compartment covers. It also has slight paint chips, which have been documented in the attached photographs.
The rubber seals, windows, chromed parts, and lights are in good condition. The window seals are original, showing the typical appearance of age but maintaining complete watertightness against water ingress.
There is no record of welds performed in the past.
Shows signs of superficial rust on the lower part of the chassis and bodywork due to aging, which in no case affects the vehicle's structural integrity.
The covers of the 5 tires were replaced in 2017 and are in excellent condition.
Interior
The vehicle was completely reupholstered in 2017 (seats, interior linings, roof, carpets, etc.)
The window seals are original, showing signs of age but maintaining their waterproofing. The front seats are not original. It has an electric motor for the windshield wiper (not original).
Mechanics
Mechanically, it is in very good condition. It always starts on the first try, even at low temperatures.
In 2018, due to a connecting rod failure that irreparably damaged a cylinder, the entire engine was replaced with a restored original one imported from Italy. It features a 4-speed gearbox. A water pump has been added to improve cooling.
A water temperature gauge and an oil pressure gauge were also added. That year, the brake drums were also rectified. It is worth noting that in 2023, an exhaust pipe repair was carried out, replacing the silencer with a new one. Routinely, each year, regular maintenance has been performed (checking levels, changing engine oil and transmission oil, cleaning filters, inspecting spark plugs, etc.). The most recent regular maintenance was on September 1, 2025, when the engine oils and transmission oil were changed, and a slight leak in the radiator was repaired.
On March 26, 2025, the Mandatory Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV) conducted by TÜV Rheinland was successfully passed, with two minor defects:
imbalance in braking forces between wheels on the same axle of 20 to 30%
Leak in the transmission's oil pan.
Brakes, tires, suspension, belts, and clutch in very good condition.
It shows slight oil leaks from the engine and transmission.
Documentation
The vehicle has all the proper documentation.
Vehicle's technical sheet. A photograph is attached.
circulation permit
Mandatory Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV) valid until 26.03.2026. A photograph is attached.
Mandatory insurance
- Certificate of suitability for classic vehicles issued by the Catalan Federation of Historic Vehicles (FCVH) confirming the proper maintenance of the vehicle and that it has not undergone substantial changes to its main components. A photograph is attached.
The vehicle retains its original registration. Its classification as a historic vehicle has not been requested.
The chassis number 57,556 is original and matching. A photograph of the data plate is attached.
- The engine number indicated on the identification plate does not match the actual engine number installed. As mentioned, the original engine broke down and was replaced with a restored original one brought from Italy. The current engine number is not available.
Details
Brand
Fiat
Model Type
Balilla 508
Year
1934
Located in
Spain
Mileage reading
47709 km
Registration papers
with Spanish registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Garnet and Black
Horse Power
20
Cubic capacity
995
Matching numbers
No
Matching colours
No
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
Yes
Date until valid MOT
March 26, 2026
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Certificate available
No
Engine number
Motor actual no es el original, sino uno restaurado. Se desconoce el número del motor actual.
Chassis number
57556
Condition (Paint & body)
Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Very Good: clean, showing minimal wear. May require replacement of minor missing or broken parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Good: frame/structure shows minor signs of surface rust, signs of usage/wear, may require some attention
Condition (Mechanical)
Very Good: mechanically sound, may require minor service
Condition (Overall)
Very good condition: minimal signs of wear
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