2018 ABARTH 695 RIVALE

KEY FACTS

• A special-edition collaboration between Abarth and the luxury yacht manufacturer Riva, with a stylish two-tone finish, a blue leather interior and just one owner from new.
• Under the bonnet is the 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, coupled to the five-speed manual transmission.
• The 695 Rivale can reach 62mph from a standstill in 6.7 seconds, and can hit a top speed of 140mph.
• It has been meticulously maintained by AHM Alfa Romeo & Abarth Specialists in Wintney and presents in excellent condition throughout.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The Rivale features two-tone blue and grey paintwork, separated by an Aquamarine stripe, with the vendor noting that the front end, wings and rear bumper have benefited from a PPF application.
• Standard equipment includes an Akrapovic exhaust system, an electric panoramic sunroof, Brembo brakes and Koni suspension.
• This example has been tastefully modified with an original Abarth 695 Biposto carbon-fibre cold air intake and engine cover, engraved aluminium fuel, coolant and engine oil filler caps, a Forge Motorsport blow-off valve and TMC downpipes with a 200-cell cat.
• The ECU was remapped to produce around 230bhp by AHM, and the springs were also lowered and softened.
• The car now features a carbon-fibre turbocharger ‘blanket’, front splitter, side skirts, rear roof spoiler and rear diffuser; complete with a brake light in the style of the Formula One rain lamp.
• It rides on a set of 18-inch EVO Corse alloy wheels, rather than the 17-inch ‘Supersport’ originals.
• The cabin features blue leather upholstery and carbon-fibre trim as standard, though now has Porsche Nappa leather on the dashboard, centre console, door card inserts, steering wheel and handbrake lever, along with re-trimmed cup holders and door pockets.
• The headlining has been re-trimmed in black Alcantara, and the floors now feature deep-pile carpets from Porsche.
• The seats have been lowered using Abarth-sourced brackets.
• Additional Dynamat sound deadening pads have been installed throughout the floor, wheel arches, doors, boot and roof.
• Its original owner’s manuals will be included, along with a raft of maintenance invoices.
• The original wheels are available at additional cost, should the next owner wish to have them. All other original parts are included in the sale.

CONDITION

• The rear bumper was resprayed following a minor parking contact with a van, and now presents with no evidence of any damage.
• Its two-tone finish is in good shape, with a few light blemishes to the front splitter and bumper.
• The offside wheels now feature a few small kerb scuffs.
• Inside, its blue leather upholstery features just some age-related creasing to the seat bolsters.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 19 April 2021 at 14,108 miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent service was undertaken in May 2021 at 14,609 miles, where technicians at AHM Alfa Romeo & Abarth Specialists replaced the engine oil, filters and spark plugs, before re-mapping the ECU.

Dates and mileage:

• 25/04/2019 - 5,235 miles - AHM Alfa Romeo & Abarth Specialists
• 24/06/2020 - 8,796 miles - AHM Alfa Romeo & Abarth Specialists
• 20/05/2021 - 14,609 miles - AHM Alfa Romeo & Abarth Specialists

SUMMARY

This Abarth 695 Rivale is a stylish city car with influences from yacht maker Riva, benefiting from fastidious maintenance and enhanced by a number of tasteful modifications. Presented in very good condition throughout, it would make an enjoyable daily driver for any hot hatch enthusiast, or a chic summer car in which to enjoy the warmer weather.

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All UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Collecting Cars are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft. It is currently covered by a finance agreement, but the remaining balance will be cleared before ownership is transferred to the buyer.

Please note: the cherished plate shown on the vehicle is not included in the sale. It will be switched back to an age-related registration plate in the event of a successful auction.