Autobianchi Stellina
Italy's first fibreglass production car, a rare and stylish Fiat-based spider.
- Power
- 29 bhp
- Top speed
- 71 mph
- Est. value
- $15k–$30k
About the Autobianchi Stellina
The Autobianchi Stellina, introduced at the 1963 Turin Motor Show, holds the distinction of being the first Italian production car to feature a fibreglass body. Built on a reinforced Fiat 600D platform, it was designed by Luigi Rapi as a stylish, rust-resistant alternative to mainstream small cars. Despite its innovative construction, high production costs and the arrival of the Fiat 850 Spider limited its success. Today, it is a highly prized rarity among Italian car collectors, valued for its unique place in automotive material history and its charming, diminutive presence.
Autobianchi Stellina specs
The Autobianchi Stellina produces 29 bhp (22 kW) and 49 Nm (36 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 71 mph (115 km/h).
| Make | Autobianchi |
|---|---|
| Model | Stellina |
| Trim | 0.8 |
| Years | 1963–1965 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 502 built |
| Engine | 767cc OHV inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 767 cc (0.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 29 bhp (22 kW) at 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 49 Nm (36 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,200 rpm |
| Top speed | 71 mph (115 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 660 kg (1,455 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 44 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Autobianchi Stellina worth?
A typical Autobianchi Stellina is estimated to be worth $15,000 – $30,000 (about £11,000 – £22,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Autobianchi Stellina rarity in CarSpot
The Autobianchi Stellina is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 66 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Autobianchi Stellina fun facts
- The Stellina's fibreglass body was an experiment by Fiat to test the feasibility of plastics for mass production before committing to larger runs.
- Only 502 units were ever produced, with the majority featuring the 767cc engine before a brief run of 792cc 'Stellina 800' models appeared.
- At launch, it cost nearly one million lira, making it significantly more expensive than the Fiat 600D on which it was based.
