Fiat 2300
The 'poor man's Ferrari'—a Ghia-styled GT with Abarth-tuned straight-six soul.
- Power
- 136 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.0 s
- Top speed
- 118 mph
- Est. value
- $25k–$41k
About the Fiat 2300
The Fiat 2300 S Coupé was the flagship of Fiat's 1960s range, featuring elegant bodywork designed by Sergio Sartorelli at Ghia and hand-built by OSI. Under the bonnet, its 2.3-litre straight-six was tuned by Abarth with twin Weber carburettors and a high-lift camshaft, earning it the nickname 'the poor man's Ferrari' for its exotic sound and grand touring capability. It was notably more expensive than a Jaguar E-Type when new, reflecting its status as a sophisticated, high-speed continental cruiser. The interior is a masterclass in 1960s Italian style, often featuring a Nardi wood-rimmed steering wheel and a distinctive three-piece wrap-around rear window.
Fiat 2300 specs
The Fiat 2300 produces 136 bhp (101 kW) and 179 Nm (132 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.0 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h).
| Make | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Model | 2300 |
| Trim | 2300 S |
| Years | 1961–1968 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 7,000 built |
| Original price | About $4,900 when new |
| Engine | 2.3-litre Abarth-tuned inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,279 cc (2.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 136 bhp (101 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 179 Nm (132 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.0 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,290 kg (2,844 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 105 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Fiat 2300 worth?
A typical Fiat 2300 is estimated to be worth $25,000 – $41,000 (about £18,000 – £31,000).
Its original price when new was about $4,900.
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
Fiat 2300 rarity in CarSpot
The Fiat 2300 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 52 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 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.
Fiat 2300 fun facts
- The 2300 S was the first Fiat model to be offered with a fully automatic transmission, though most Coupés were specified with the 4-speed manual.
- Despite the Fiat badge, the Coupé was so exclusive and expensive that only about 70 examples were ever officially imported to the United Kingdom.
- The car's engine was designed by Aurelio Lampredi, the legendary engineer famous for his work on Ferrari's V12 racing engines.