Marina 500 (Because life is a 'beach')

 
Born in the post-war years, Italy’s coachbuilders turned humble city cars into elegant “spiaggina” toys for the riviera. The Fiat 500 was the perfect canvas: roof removed, a light awning in its place, wicker or canvas seats, and no side glass for pure summer vibes. The result became the world’s most charming beach car—now reborn.
 
Production
 
From the late ’50s, celebrity-owned one-offs made headlines and the nickname “spiaggina” stuck. Real Italian Cars has relaunched the icon to original spirit, now available in two body lengths—Marina 500 and Marina 500 Lunga—and in two powertrains: classic ICE or modern EV (road-legal or shuttle formats).
 
Powertrains
 
ICE (Heritage):
Twin-cylinder 499.5 cm³, 18 hp @ 4,600 rpm; overhead valves; carburettor; 12 V electrics. Period-correct character and sound.
 
EV (Quiet & Clean):
Top speed up to 80 km/h; range up to 200 km with XLR battery; 110–240 V charging (3 kW), approx. 1h45 (Std) to 7h (XLR) for 5–100%; 3 seats (Marina 500) or 5 seats (Lunga). Full technical data in the brochure.
 
Transmission and brakes
 
ICE: 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive; heritage brake layout.
EV: Single-speed electric drive; tuned for smooth, silent coastal cruising.
 
Chassis
 
Original “spiaggina” style body, two lengths: approx. 1.3 × 1.3 × 2.9 m (Marina 500) or 1.3 × 1.3 × 3.9 m (Lunga). Designed for private estates, resorts, marinas and gated communities; road-legal or shuttle configurations available.
 
Performance
 
ICE: up to 105 km/h; ~5.0 l/100 km (period spec).
EV: up to 80 km/h; range up to 200 km (XLR); effortless, zero-emission drive.