Description
FIAT 124 ABARTH RALLY 1974 – The Italian Rally Legend CHASSIS – 124 CSA 0074983
It is estimated that only just over 400 known and registered examples of this model exist, cherished by enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.
The Fiat 124 Abarth Rally stands as one of the most iconic competition versions ever produced by Fiat, blending the elegance of the 124 Spider with Abarth’s motorsport engineering. Developed in the early 1970s, it was created specifically to compete in the demanding world of international rallying, homologated for Group 4 of the World Rally Championship (WRC).
Launched in 1972, the 124 Abarth Rally earned acclaim for its performance and reliability in events like the Acropolis Rally, where it won with Rauno Aaltonen, and the Rally of Portugal, where it secured podiums with drivers such as Markku Alén. Produced until 1975, it played a pivotal role in Fiat’s motorsport evolution, paving the way for legends like the Lancia Stratos.
Technical Highlights:
- 1. 8L engine with 130 hp
- Rear-wheel drive
- Lightweight construction using aluminum for doors and sills, and fiberglass for the hood, trunk, and removable hardtop
- Reinforced suspension for rally stages
- Four-wheel disc brakes for optimal stopping power
- Matte black hood to reduce glare
Striking color options: Rosso Corsa, Positano Yellow, French Blue, and Bianco Spino
Although Fiat announced a production run of around 1, 013 units, experts estimate that only a few over 400 examples are known today—making it a rare and highly valued collector’s item.
Compared to the standard 124 Spider, the Abarth version was a performance-focused machine, with competition-grade components, aggressive styling, and a truly sporting character. It remains a symbol of Italian motorsport passion and one of the great rally cars of the 1970s.
Provenance & Restoration: Delivered in 1974 to its first owner Richard Heils in Frankfurt, the car was used until 1981 before being stored in a garage. In the early 2000s, it was sold to Philipp Eller, and in 2006 acquired by Abarth specialist Guy Morenhout, who began its restoration. In 2007, it was sold to the current owner, who undertook a meticulous, factory-spec restoration with exceptional attention to detail.
- Registered on fiat124abarth. de
- Verified by Abarth collector Sebastian Zeitz
- Certified by Abarth Squadra Storica
- Comes with original manuals, service book, and Fiat maintenance invoices
- Full photo documentation and invoices of the restoration process
Condition:
- Original white paintwork with excellent panel fitment
- Chrome details, original wheels, and glass in superb condition
- Interior restored with precision, preserving all original features
- A perfect blend of sportiness and style
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