 Siata introduced the 208S in 1953 featuring Fiat's 2.0 liter 8V engine.35 cars were produced between 1953 and 1955 priced at 5300 dollars and available in both convertible and hard top.The car rose to prominence after actor and race car driver Steve McQueen purchased model BS523 from Los Angeles-based Siata importer Ernie McAfee in the mid-1950s.