FIAT 1500 (1966) – Law of attraction. – Auto Motor Klassiek – magazine about vintage cars

As you read, you will hear the story of Salem and his 1966 Fiat 1500, a fascinating story about funny moments, good moods and a series of car adventures. The law of attraction, the child in a person, childhood memories play an important role.

Salem is originally from Bosnia and when he visited his family in 2009 he came across a Zastava 1500, as we know, a FIAT type 1300 or 1500 built under license. Because his grandfather used to drive this “Mercedes of Yugoslavia”, his memories came rushing back. Zastava Automobili was a Yugoslavian (and later Serbian) automobile factory that produced models based on FIAT technology.

Goosebump time

Sleeping memories were awakened and the purchase of Zastava was necessary because of the good and warm memories from his childhood. After the purchase, the car was returned to the site for a new life as a hobby in the Netherlands, and was met with admiring eyes.

In the Netherlands, the Zastava attracted many people at vintage car shows and at the show in Almere, Salem was approached by the owner of an original FIAT 1500 from 1966. This car had been imported from Italy and had stood up to others. time due to engine problems. Interest was awakened to restore this FIAT, but this time it involved a complete restoration, engine overhaul, from the project to its original new condition. (Photos are evidence.)

A strange situation

When Zastava was released, there was a response from a veteran who spent part of his service in Bosnia. Because he saw the Zastavas driving there a lot, this car attracted him like a magnet, only sympathy for the brand whose past service had a healing effect. A car from the past can give you a sense of what you need in your life.

Personal accident

The previous tours in the Balkans were events in themselves. The police stopped Salem not for a violation but to check the FIAT. Nostalgia has a positive effect, passers-by waved with both hands when they saw the car in its homeland.

Sometimes things in life don’t go as planned, due to the pressures of his family and his construction company, the FIAT 1500 has stood the test of time. That’s why this attractive old lady is looking for a new home. The appeal will remain for every hobby trip! The new owner who takes charge of the FIAT 1500 will see this.