Used Fiat 500 Handbrake Lever
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Choosing the right used Fiat 500 handbrake lever
Used handbrake levers vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
- State whether it's a manual lever, foot pedal or electronic
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Fitment questions
Does the Fiat 500 have a traditional handbrake lever, or is it electronic?
The standard Fiat 500 (2007 onwards, both the first generation running to around 2015 and the facelifted version from 2015 onwards) uses a conventional mechanical handbrake lever mounted between the front seats, so a used lever is a genuine part to look for. This applies across the mainstream petrol and mild-hybrid versions of the model. The fully electric Fiat 500e launched from 2020 uses an electronic parking brake with no physical lever, so if you own that variant this part does not apply to you.
Will a handbrake lever from a 2012 Fiat 500 fit a 2017 Fiat 500?
The Fiat 500 ran in its first generation from 2007 to around 2015, with a facelift arriving in 2015 that updated various interior and exterior details. A 2012 car sits in the pre-facelift generation and a 2017 car in the post-facelift generation, so you are crossing a model boundary. Whether the lever itself interchanges across that boundary is something you should confirm with the breaker against your exact registration before buying.
Does the trim level affect which handbrake lever I need for a Fiat 500?
For the handbrake lever itself, trim level — whether Pop, Lounge, Sport, or any other — does not fundamentally change the mechanical fitment, as the lever assembly sits in the same central console position across trims. You may notice cosmetic differences in the gaiter material or surround finish between trims, so if appearance matters to you, mention your trim to the breaker so they can match it as closely as possible. Fitment should still be confirmed against your registration.
Does it matter whether my Fiat 500 is a 3-door or a convertible (500C) when buying a used handbrake lever?
The Fiat 500 hatchback and the 500C cabriolet share the same basic floor and centre console layout, so the handbrake lever is not expected to differ between body styles. That said, always confirm with the breaker using your registration to be certain, as minor production variations can exist. The lever itself is not a body-style-specific part in the way that a door or roof mechanism would be.
Does the engine size matter when sourcing a used handbrake lever for a Fiat 500?
No — engine size does not affect the handbrake lever on the Fiat 500, as it is part of the interior cabin rather than the drivetrain. Whether your car has the 0.9 TwinAir, 1.2, or 1.4 petrol engine makes no difference to which lever fits. Focus instead on confirming the generation and, if appearance matters, the trim level with your breaker.
How do I make sure a used Fiat 500 handbrake lever is the right one before I buy?
Give the breaker your full registration number so they can check the exact year and specification of your car against their donor vehicle. Mention your trim level if you want the gaiter or surround to match, and confirm whether the donor car is pre- or post-facelift (the facelift came around 2015). A reputable breaker on Findapart will be happy to cross-reference this before you commit to buying.