Number 41 - English edition dated 21.07.2008- (c) Axel Gerstl


 Fiat 500 news!

Dear customer,

this month we give you all the important news you need to know about the new Fiat 500.

In this newsletter you can also find some brandnew items and, of course, lots of special offers.

We hope you enjoy reading our newsletter.

                       
Kind regards

Axel Gerstl's Team

 
> The new Fiat 500


What happened lately to the grandchild of the original Fiat 500 and what will happen in the future?

                            


Fiat 500 cabriolet and station wagon
These are good times for Mr. Sistino (head of Fiat). "Fiat developed quite well in Germany. This year there was an increase of 31 percent so far. That is sensationel." The amazing thing about that is that not only the high-flyer Fiat 500 but also the Fiat Punto, Bravo and Croma contributed to this good development. Fiat is also growing quite well in other western european countries, too. On average for about 25 percent. Sistino: "We are leading with low pollutant emission. Because of this advantage we score in all countries right now."

To continue with this success Fiat counts on different versions of their cars, for example of the Fiat 500. In 2009 there will come out a cabriolet and a bit later a station wagon. Also more emotional cars like a crossover are planned but Sistino didn't want to say too much. A sportive cabriolet like the Fiat 124 Spider is also possible.


Fiat 500 for the amount of 253.00 Euro
For a charity auction in London a Fiat 500 was sold for £ 200.000 (about € 253.000). This most expensive "Car of the Year 2008" is one out of four cars which got a special "body painting" by the famous artist Tracy Enims.

Over 1.200 guests took part at the gala in Greenwich, among them the former prime minister Tony Blair, film star Uma Thurman and topmodel Liz Hurley. Highlight of the evening was the ARK (Absolute Return for kids) charity auction with the Fiat 500. The ARK supports for example the fight against aids in Africa and projects in western and eastern Europe.


Fiat 500 special edition in Rosso Ferrari
There will be a special edition of the "Car of the Year 2008": the "500 Ferrari" which is limited to a number of 200 pieces. They are only given to Ferrari retailers in Europe and can be used as exclusive cars for their customers.

Developed in cooperation with Ferrari the special edition is based on a 100 hp Fiat 500 Sport 1.4 16 V with a special exhaust, a Ferrari red paint and lots of other little features. The size of the tires (195/45) with the 16'' aluminium rims make the "500 Ferrari" even more sporty. The highclass sound system, the sunroof, an automatic climate control and the seats of leather give this car a very exclusive touch.


Open-Air-Birthdayparty in Munich for the Fiat 500
One year after the release of the new Fiat 500 (5th Juli 2007) there was a very special celebration for its first birthday. In lots of european cities like Paris, London, Rome or Copenhagen big open-air picnics were arranged for the anniversary. The German picnic took place in the "English Garden" in Munich. The visitors could enjoy the day with exclusive italian food and relaxing music by DJ Explizit.


Sources: www.presse-fiat.de and www.autozeitung.de
 

                                                            

> Wings for your Fiat 500:



Item no.: 13173

Price: only EUR 98,- instead of total EUR 127,-   (valid to 31.07.2008)

> All that counts is the interior...!


Set of interior trim

Includes:
1 x glovebox
1 x centre console
1 x knee restraint nerf, complete set of dashboard

2 x sun visor (in different colours)

Item no.: 13133 + 13109 + 13100 + 13137

Price: only EUR 89,- instead of total EUR 101,20   (valid to 31.07.2008)

> Other offers:


Complete clutch for Fiat 500 R/ Fiat 126

Item no.: 01008

Price: only EUR 49,- instead of total EUR 56,-   (valid to 31.07.2008)

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Fuel tank for Fiat 126 BIS

Item no.: C02003

Price: only EUR 29,90 instead of total EUR 36,50   (valid to 31.07.2008)

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Trailer hitch with an electrical set/ without MoT acceptance test

Item no.: C13277

Price: only EUR 79,- instead of total EUR 88,80   (valid to 31.07.2008)

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Front bumper, with distance rubber

Item no.: C13051

Price: only EUR 39,90 instead of total EUR 59,80   (valid to 31.07.2008)
Please note: Only a few number of pieces in stock left due to the stopping of production!

> Logotech-Tuningkit in stock soon!

Includes:
1 x Cylinder-head 650 cmm (round, narrow combustion chamber)
1 x Timing chain gear set complete with radial shaft seal and gaskets
1 x Radial shaft seal for engine, at front (at timing chain side)
1 x Seal-ring for oil centrifuge
1 x Sport camshaft 276°

Item no.: 23003

Price: only EUR 650,- instead of total EUR 698,-   (valid to 31.07.2008)

>  Car body front building for Fiat 500 and 126


Includes:
1 x Pedal kick panel, stud for steering gear/bearing block included
1 x
Frame panel (above leaf spring)
1 x Replacement panel behind transverse link bearer, left, complete with stud
1 x
Replacement panel behind transverse link bearer, right, complete with stud

Item no.: 12090 + 12088 + 12098 + 12099

Price: only EUR 79,- instead of total EUR 88,10   (valid to 31.07.2008)

> Set of Brake drums and wheel bearings

Includes:
2 x brake drum front
2 x brake drum rear
1 x Front wheel bearing set, complete for 2 sides, including radial shaft seals
1 x Rear wheel-bearing set consisting of 2 wheel bearings & 2 radial shaft seal rings for each side

Item no.: 08001 + 08002 + 20999 + 20997

Price: only EUR 150,- instead of total EUR 198,50   (valid to 31.07.2008)

> The Axel Gerstl T-shirt collection:


 c Axel Gerstl

Item no.: 21400 (sizes: S, M, L and XL)

Introductory price only EUR 19,90   (valid to 31.07.2008)

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 c Axel Gerstl

Item no.: 21401 (sizes: S, M, L and XL)

Introductory price only EUR 19,90  (valid to 31.07.2008)

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 c Axel Gerstl

Item no.: 21402 (sizes: S, M, L and XL)

Introductory price only EUR 11,90   (valid to 31.07.2008)

> Scrap-part campaign


Our scrap-part campaign continues

For sending us your cleaned steering-knuckle scrap-parts, we will issue either a refund of EUR 25,00 or a purchase voucher of EUR 35,00 that you can deduct from your next order.

The production of original Fiat 500 steering-knuckles had already ended in the 70ies. For this reason, it is necessary for us to charge a scrap-part deposit in order to be able to continue the supply of rebuilt parts. Despite the deposit charged, which is currently at EUR 40,00, far too few scrap-parts are returned to us.

For a long time, we were able to make do with scrap-parts that we found in one of the many italian junkyards, to have these rebuilt. After most of these junkyards are now closed, this source has dwindled almost completely, therefore the availability of rebuilt steering-knuckles can no longer be guaranteed in the long run.
For this reason we have decided to initiate our scrap-part campaign:
For sending us your old Fiat 500 or Fiat 126 steering-knuckle scrap-parts in clean condition, you will receive either EUR 25.00 by check or to your credit-card or a credit-note / voucher worth EUR 35.00, which can be handed in for one of your next orders.

This offer remains valid to 31.12.2008.

> Please note:


Subject to change, errors excepted, offers only valid until stock lasts. All prices including 19 % VAT. Freight charges extra.

> Contact:

Firma
Axel Gerstl
Münchner Straße 17
82239 Alling/Biburg

Tel: +49 - 8141/53 48 6-0
Fax: +49 - 8141/53 48 6-10

E-Mail: gerstl@fiat500126.de

Internet: www.fiat500126.de

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