1976 Automirage Dune Buggy
595 Pickwick-
Year of manufacture1976
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Car typeConvertible / Roadster
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Chassis numberAMPW6*0068*
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Engine numberFiat126A.048*4521929
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Lot number33
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ConditionOriginal Condition
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Location
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Exterior colourOther
Description
Chassis N. AMPW6*0068*
Engine N. Fiat126A.048*4521929*
Rare and unobtainable, the Italian-style 'Dune Buggy
Less than 100 produced
Original and preserved, orange Genoa plates
ASI Targa Oro and CRS
An interesting alternative to the classic Spiaggina
Automirage S.r.l. of Bologna S.r.l., located at 55 Via Mazzini, Bologna, was an Italian company specialising mainly in the production of Volkswagen-based Dune Buggies. In 1974 it presented the 595 Pickwick, a peculiar Italian-style 'Dune Buggy' designed by the eclectic Alberto Rubbini and built on the floorpan of the 500 and powered by the 23-horsepower, 594 cc Fiat type 126A.046 engine. Thanks to the lightweight fibreglass body, the unladen weight was only 450 kg, which became 610 kg when fully loaded. The Pickwick had a top speed of 112.4 km/h.
The front suspension is independent-wheel suspension with transverse leaf springs as is the rear suspension, which is independent-wheel suspension with swing arms and propeller springs.
This 1976 example is in pristine condition and still has its original paintwork: it retains its original seats, steering wheel, gear knob and upholstery, while the soft top was replaced with another in recent years. The floor mats, now impossible to find, are still marked with the company logo. Certified ASI targa Oro, this Pickwick represents a rare opportunity to purchase a car prized by connoisseurs and enthusiasts in search of rarity and originality.
