00:04 18-11-2025

Abarth and Breil launch a 465-piece chronograph honoring the 1965 1000 Monoposto records

Abarth chose an unexpected way to mark the 65th anniversary of two world records set in 1965 by the 1000 Monoposto. Instead of rolling out a commemorative special-edition car, the brand unveiled a limited chronograph created with Italian brand Breil. Just 465 pieces will be made at €399 each — noticeably more attainable than most automotive chronographs.

Back in 1965, Carlo Abarth piloted a lightened 1000 Monoposto to acceleration records over a quarter mile and 500 meters in Category G, coaxing 13.62 and 15.38 seconds from a 982-cc engine. The very next day, the single-seater received a 2.0-liter engine rated at 216 horsepower and improved the benchmarks in Category E to 11.55 and 13.37 seconds. Today, this unique car is housed at the Heritage Hub museum in Turin.

The anniversary Breil Abarth 1000 chronograph features a case made of stainless steel, carbon, and forged carbon fiber, a sapphire crystal, and Start/Stop pushers inspired by racing hardware. The caseback carries the individual number and the inscription 1965–2025, Abarth 1000, 60 anni di storia.

For brand loyalists, it’s a rare chance to connect with the legend without taking the wheel of a record-setter — a neat, well-judged tribute that puts the story on the wrist rather than in a showroom.