It's been about a week since Fiat->ke30 unveiled the refreshed 2016 Fiat 500, and the folks over at Mopar have already introduced a line of accessories for Italy's neo-retro hatch.->ke304 As usual, we're talking about "more than 100 specific accessories" that can be used to customize the 500->ke1708 in many ways. The opportunities are manifold, and allow buyers to take home personalized cars.

Customers can choose between three exterior Sport packs. Dubbed Black, Red and White, each adds a colored stripe along the beltline of the car, as well as matching mirror caps. Additionally, the roof and mirror caps can be wrapped in a choice of five wrapping films, including Microcarbon Black, Matt Silver, Matt Titanium, Military Green and Jeans. Other exterior parts include an array of alloy rims in different designs and sizes (14- to 16-inch), side badges, chrome-plated moldings for the roof and rear spoiler, and a tailgate rack for transporting winter sports equipment like skis and snowboards.

Interior options might not be as varied, but include sporty goodies such as aluminum pedal covers and foot rest and steel kick plates. Buyers can also opt for customized carpet mats and accessories like a coat hanger on the front head restraint.

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Vehicle Protection and Merchandising

New 500 customers also benefit from the "Mopar Vehicle Protection" program guaranteed by Fiat Chrysler->ke21 Automobiles. Present in over 36 countries, it offers an array of service packages that covers both parts and service plans. There are no fewer than four extended warranty plans, covering everything from the electric and mechanical components of the car to scheduled maintenance services.

Lastly, the "Moparized" Fiat 500 comes with its very own line of merchandise, including a sweatshirt with built-in earsets, amplifier speakers for smartphones, a handbag with a clever mobile phone charger, and special lenses for mobile phone cameras. The collection also includes sweatshirts and t-shirts with the 500 logo.

Why it matters

As a classic Mopar enthusiast, I still find it hard to swallow that Mopar delivers parts and accessories for Fiats, but that's how the automotive industry works nowadays. To Fiat fans, this is obviously great news. Through Mopar, the tiny 500 can be customized like never before, probably to the extent that it will finally be able to compete with the Mini Cooper->ke629 in this department.

2016 Fiat 500

Find out more about the new Fiat 500 in our detailed review here.