Highlights
- Left-hand drive 1.8-litre USA import
- Bumpers removed and resprayed
- Alloy wheels and Abarth steering wheel
- Would benefit from some cosmetic attention
- MOT exempt
The Appeal
The Fiat 124 Spider enjoyed a long production run, with its enduring popularity the result of its elegant shape, sporty driving dynamics, characterful twin-cam engine and rugged mechanicals. Over time, its styling and engines evolved, but the basic formula remained unchanged. The car was particularly well received in the USA, where its convertible bodystyle made it especially popular in sunnier states such as California.
This 1978 left-hand drive example began its life in the USA, and was imported to the UK in 1989. It has been resprayed in white and fitted with black four-spoke alloy wheels, and had its bumpers removed, resulting in a look not unlike the competition-spec Abarth 124 Rally.
The seller states that the car “starts and runs well.” This is a car whose many charms are ready to be enjoyed by a new owner, particularly if they are able to give it some cosmetic attention to restore it to full glory.

Key Information
- Mileage: 52,542 miles (indicated)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
- Technical specs: 1,756cc 86hp in-line 4-cylinder petrol, 5-speed manual
- Paperwork: V5C
The Detail
- Imported to the UK in 1989
- Left-hand drive
- 1.8-litre DOHC engine
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- Black five-spoke alloy wheels with silver rims
- Some rust visible
- Tear in convertible soft top
- Some fogging to instruments in binnacle
- Some sagging to interior trim
- MOT exempt
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