Shift knob, spherical, Fiat 500 R / 126 - Original black plastic
Black plastic ball shift knob - Original quality
Black hard plastic ball shift knob, faithfully reproduced according to the original specifications for the Fiat 500 R and Fiat 126. Its refined design, true to the original, guarantees extreme precision and long-lasting durability. ASI certified for use on vintage restorations.
🚗 Detailed compatibility:
🌀 Fiat 500 R
✅ Ball knob present
→ Fitted to many 1970s 500 R models
→ Very common accessory/upgrade from the mid-production period
→ Some early 500 R models still had classic cylindrical knobs during the initial production period
🔧 Fiat 126
- 126 first series / Personal: cylindrical knob as standard; ball knob only as an accessory
- 126 EL / BIS (1980s): ✅ ball knob as standard
📊 Compatibility table:
| Model | Cylindrical knob | Ball knob |
|---|---|---|
| 126 first series / Personal | ✔ standard | ❌ accessory only |
| 126 EL / BIS (1980s) | rarer | ✔ standard |
| 500 R (1970s) | present initially | ✔ very common |
📌 Technical specifications:
- Ergonomic ball shape
- Material: high-strength black hard plastic
- Often with a screen-printed gear pattern
- Faithful reproduction of the original
- ASI certified for vintage restorations
⚠️ Important notes:
✔ The ball knob is suitable for the Fiat 500 R as an original replacement/accessory.
❗ Check the thread diameter and height because those for the 500 and 126 are not always 100% interchangeable without adapters.
Perfect as an original replacement for the Fiat 500 R and 126 EL/BIS, ideal for conservative restorations or for upgrading models with a cylindrical knob.