From Jalopnik · Daniel Golson · · 50s
This Has Got To Be The Most Perfect Way To Get Around Rome
A red Fiat 500 Jolly and a blue Mercedes G500 compete for Rome's best city car.
In brief
A red Fiat 500 Jolly and a blue Mercedes G500 compete for Rome's best city car. Daniel Golson compares a vintage Fiat 500 Jolly and a Mercedes G500 as ideal Rome vehicles. Originally reported by Jalopnik.
Fiat 500 Jolly
Daniel Golson spots a bright red Fiat 500 Jolly while walking around Rome.
Jolly's History
Fiat boss Gianni Agnelli commissioned the Jolly in 1957 for yacht use.
Jolly's Owners
Grace Kelly, Lyndon B. Johnson, Aristotle Onassis and Elvis Presley owned Jollys.
Mercedes G500
A late-1990s blue Mercedes G500 with clear glass and blue paint appears next.
Why Jolly Wins
The Jolly's whimsy and open design make it ideal for Rome's streets.
In short
Daniel Golson compares a vintage Fiat 500 Jolly and a Mercedes G500 as ideal Rome vehicles.
