Description: Introduced in 1965, the Fiat 850 Spider is one of the most elegant variations of the Fiat 850 range. Designed by the famous coachbuilder Bertone, it was the work of the young Giorgetto Giugiaro, who created one of his first major designs here before becoming one of the most influential automotive designers of the 20th century. Using the mechanics of the rear-engined Fiat 850, this small sporty convertible achieved significant commercial success, particularly in the American market where its Italian style appealed to customers looking for an affordable leisure car. Founded in Turin in 1912, Carrozzeria Bertone established itself as one of the most prestigious Italian stylists by collaborating with Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Fiat, Lamborghini, and Ferrari. The Fiat 850 Spider is one of the most iconic models produced in its workshops during the 1960s. As a leading Italian manufacturer of quality miniatures, Mercury naturally chose to reproduce this model in the mid-1960s to enrich its range dedicated to contemporary Italian automobiles. Made of zamak to an approximate scale of 1/43, the miniature stands out for the fineness of its engraving, its added elements, and its excellent adherence to the lines of the real vehicle. It reproduces the first series of the Fiat 850 Spider, recognizable by its faired headlights under glass, a characteristic abandoned during the 1968 restyling. We regret the disappearance of the hardtop… But that's okay, it's summer! The model is in superb condition: very beautiful thick paint. No chips to report. The windshield is intact. The steering wheel is present, as are the two folding seats. The rear trunk opens. The model is equipped with its raw zamak rims fitted with its grooved tires. Today, this reference remains representative of Mercury's golden age, a period during which the Turin manufacturer rivaled Dinky Toys, Corgi Toys, Tekno, and Politoys. It also constitutes a miniature testament to a model that largely contributed to spreading Italian style around the world during the 1960s. At this price, don't think too long!