The exclusive sports hatch – 152 examples will be available in right hand drive form in Britain – features livery inspired by Ferrari’s models, with carbon fibre wing mirrors and Corsa Grey wheels and front air intakes.

Fiat Marylebone, on London’s Wigmore Street, has already sold more than 20 Abarth 695 Tributos – two alone were ordered during the celebration night. The car featured alongside a host of other Abarth models including a Trofeo series race car, a stunning collection of classic Abarth racers and the more recent Abarth 500, 500C and Punto Evo cars.

Guests, including actor Tom Chambers, comedian Patrick Kielty, Andrew Humberstone, managing director, Fiat Group Automobiles UK and Ireland, and Ivan Gibson, head of Abarth UK, also enjoyed a champagne reception, canapes, Scalextric model car racing and an interview session with Abarth racing driver Stefan Hodgetts.

“Fiat Marylebone was once again the perfect venue for an interesting and exciting night,” says Tony Dittli, managing director, Fiat Marylebone. “There was plenty to do and see including some stunning Abarth machinery such as the 695 Tributo. All our guests enjoyed themselves and the evening was a great success.”