Fiat 500 Spider Savio

Vehicle Overview

The Fiat 500 Spider Savio, unveiled at the 1957 Turin Auto Salon by Carrozzeria Savio, captured attention as a small yet distinctive roadster. Designed by Mario Revelli di Beaumont, who also conceived a version called Costa Azzurra built by Francis Lombardi for the same exhibition, the Spider Savio bore intriguing resemblances to the Renault Floride, adding an element of curiosity to its debut. Like many of its contemporaries based on the Fiat 500 platform, the Spider Savio remained a singular creation, serving as a testament to the ingenuity of its designers. Fiat’s involvement in providing the chassis for such ventures underscored a shrewd marketing strategy aimed at generating interest in the diminutive Fiat model. Despite its status as a one-off creation, the Fiat 500 Spider Savio left a lasting impression on enthusiasts and industry insiders alike. Its blend of compact dimensions and spirited design elements exemplified the creative potential inherent in automotive customization during that era, while also contributing to the mystique surrounding the Fiat 500 brand.