Chrysler LLC Shows off Fiat 500 in New York

If this isn't a perfect illustration of the globalization that is going on in the automotive industry, we don't know what is; Chrysler LLC's Vice Chairman and President, Jim Press, arrived at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in NY for the world premiere of the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee which is based on the underpinnings of the American automaker's former partner's Mercedes ML-Class SUV, in a brand new... Fiat 500.

Apparently Chrysler wanted to restore consumer confidence in the future of the automaker by showing off the retro-penned Fiat which could come to the States if the two companies finalize a deal to form an alliance.

source: http://carscoop.blogspot.com

Fiat Prices 500 Convertible from £11,300 in the UK

The all-new Fiat 500C convertible will arrive on UK shores this summer with prices ranging from £11,300 for the entry-level 1.2-liter gasoline model to £14,100 for the highly specified Lounge version with a 1.3-litre turbodiesel. Interestingly, the UK will be the first country in Europe to receive the new 500 C - even before it goes on sale in Italy. The rag-topped 500 will be available in 11 colors with buyers being able to choose from three different engines, the 69HP 1.2-litre and 100HP 1.4-litre petrol units, and the 75HP 1.3-liter MultiJet turbodiesel.

There are two trim options available, Pop and Lounge. An electrically operated hood, air conditioning, remote central locking, radio/CD/MP3 player, seven airbags and electric door mirrors are standard on all cars, while climate control, ESP stability control, foglights and rear parking sensors are among the principal features incorporated in Lounge models.

1.2 Pop	£11,300
1.4 Pop	£12,500
1.3 Mjet Pop	£12,700
1.2 Lounge	£12,700
1.4 Lounge	£13,900
1.3 Mjet Lounge	£14,100