1981 Fiat 124 Spider 2000i

Highlights

  • Technical inspection valid until 5 May 2025
  • Reported as a copy of the corresponding numbers
  • Fully serviced in recent years
  • Professional polishing carried out approximately two years ago and still in good condition
  • New audio system installed

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From the late 1960s until the 1980s, the Italian convertible sports car market was dominated by two 'Spiders'. Both had bodywork designed and built by Pininfarina in Turin, and both had twin-cam engines, although in every other respect they were entirely different cars. We are talking, of course, about the Series 105/115 Alfa Romeo Spider and the Fiat 124.

It's not for us to decide which Spider was better, as both had great qualities, but it's worth noting that the Fiat was hugely successful in motorsport in rallies, hill climbs and on circuits. We are delighted to offer this example from the last years of production, equipped with a fuel-injected version of Lampredi's legendary 2.0-litre in-line twin-cam four-cylinder engine.

Resplendent in 'English Green', this is a very handsome example, and underneath the bodywork, its mechanics have received a great deal of attention in recent years. For those looking for an example in very good condition, and in perfect working order, you've come to the right place.

History and documentation

  • Left-hand drive
  • Acquired by the seller in 2020
  • Reported as having matching numbers
  • Roadworthiness valid until 5 May 2025
  • 73,400 km indicated

Condition

  • Attractive "English Green" paintwork
  • Professionally polished in 2022
  • Bumperless front and rear, fitted with small rubber bumpers
  • The vendor reports a slight dent on the front passenger fender.
  • Abarth alloy wheels fitted
  • Bodywork appears very straight and free from any obvious signs of corrosion
  • We are assured that the underside is in good condition
  • The seller informs us that the folding roof works correctly and is in good condition
  • Inside, we find a new audio system to complement the otherwise original interior.
  • The cream-coloured upholstery shows very little wear
  • The dashboard and controls are in good condition

Powertrain

  • 2.0-litre Lampredi four-cylinder engine with twin in-line camshafts and fuel injection
  • Five-speed manual gearbox
  • Engine compartment cleaned in 2023
  • Seller reports that it runs very well, with no problems to report
  • The seller states that this vehicle drives "like a go-kart".
With the current owner, the following work would have been carried out:
  • The radiator has been replaced with an aluminium model
  • New brake pads and calipers
  • New fuel tank and fuel pump
  • The ignition head has been overhauled



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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1981
  • Make Fiat
  • Model 124 Spider
  • Colour Green
  • Odometer 45,600 Miles
  • Engine size 2000
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Hainaut
  • Country Belgium
Bidding history
34 bids
  • je•••• €23,850 14/02/24
  • ma•••• €22,500 14/02/24
  • je•••• €22,000 14/02/24
  • ma•••• €20,500 14/02/24
  • je•••• €20,000 14/02/24
  • To•••• €14,750 14/02/24
  • sp•••• €14,500 14/02/24
  • ma•••• €14,000 14/02/24
  • 69•••• €13,000 14/02/24
  • ma•••• €12,250 14/02/24
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