Tom Hanks auctions the 1975 Fiat 128 that he used in the movie ‘The Post’

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Bring a Trailer, a digital auction platform for classic cars, auctioned off a Fiat 128 from 1975 that was part of the private collection of cars owned by American actor Tom Hanks.

Acquired by the Hollywood star in 2017, the vehicle was sold this Tuesday by $24,375money that went to Southern California Public Radio (SCPR), a public radio network and charity based in Los Angeles, home to non-commercial educational radio station KPCC.

East Fiat 128originally yellow, was used in the movie starring Hanks ‘The Post’ (2017), for which it was painted light green. It later underwent a custom makeover for the actor, which included a repaint to a darker shade—the current color—and replacement of the grille, lights, and bumper.

Although the filmmaker also intended to modernize the engine, it was finally sold with the original: a 1,290 cubic centimeter (cc) in-line four-cylinder, paired with a four-speed manual gearbox.

Although the Italian model works perfectly and its exterior is in excellent condition, the upholstery of the seats shows some wear.

Throughout his career, the Oscar winner for the movie ‘Forrest Gump’ (1994) became a fervent collector of cars of all kinds. However, in recent years he has chosen to auction off some of his jewelry. Last March, he sold a customized 1975 Fiat 128 for charity projects for $83,500.