The 1956 Fiat Eden Roc, one of just two ever built by the legendary design house Pinin Farina. Italian industrialist and Fiat shareholder Gianni Agnelli commissioned this bespoke creation to ferry guests from his villa in Nice down to their ski boat on the crystal blue Mediterranean.
A rolling work of art with the spirit of the Mediterranean lifestyle. Based on the compact Fiat 600 Multipla platform, Pinin Farina transformed the little microcar into a luxury seaside cruiser with bold, whimsical style. The most striking feature is the complete absence of doors, providing an open-air experience perfectly suited to the warm coastal climate. The body sports lush teak exterior trim that wraps around the car like varnished boat decking. Inside, the seating is crafted from rich mahogany wood, reimagined to resemble the elegant benches of a classic motorboat.
The Eden Roc’s design celebrates Italian craftsmanship and nautical flair in equal measure. Its windshield is low and sloped, evoking the windshields of vintage speedboats. The forward-driving position enhances visibility and adds to its quirky personality.
Under the bonnet sits a modest 962cc four-cylinder engine with an estimated 50 horsepower, paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox and drum brakes on all four wheels. This setup is no speed demon but perfectly suited for leisurely jaunts along promenades or beachfront estates.
One of the two known examples made headlines when it sold at auction for a rare $660,000, cementing its unique place in history .
