Highlights

Powered by Fiat’s 2.0-litre Lampredi twin-cam with Bosch fuel injection
Previously subject to an Abarth-inspired restoration
The vendor informs us that everything works perfectly and the car drives impeccably

The Appeal

With bodywork by Pininfarina and the inimitable Lampredi twin-cam under the bonnet, it’s no wonder the Fiat 124 Spider was so successful. At the hands of Abarth engineers, it proved an immensely capable rally car and this 1982 example celebrates those successes with an Abarth-inspired restoration.

Presented in very good condition and reportedly in fine working order, this 124 is a great specimen that is enhanced by Abarth-style Cromadora alloy wheels, auxiliary spot lamps and the removal of the bumpers.

The History and Paperwork

Accompanied by numerous invoices for parts and servicing
Paperwork detailing an alignment check and adjustment
Valid Contrôle Technique
Registered in France
Carte Grise present
Regularly serviced by a classic Fiat Specialist
An older restoration is holding up very well
Acquired by the current owner in 2017
Garage stored under a cover in present ownership

The Interior

The vendor informs us the seats were reupholstered when this car was restored
All the upholstery and trim looks to be in very good condition with some light wear
Very few signs of use to the rear bench
Equipped with electric windows
Panasonic cassette deck
MPH speedometer (with KPH script as well)
There are a few small marks and nicks to the centre console
The veneers present well with few blemishes
All the instrumentation would appear to be in good order
The vendor informs us that all the switchgear works exactly as it should
The brown carpeting exhibits minimal wear
We enjoy the tactile nature of the wooden gear knob and wood rimmed steering wheel

The Exterior

Very presentable silver paintwork
Straight bodywork with no obvious signs of corrosion
The vendor points out a scratch in the offside front wing, but otherwise the paint is really smart
A luggage rack at the rear is a useful accessory for longer road trips
The soft top roof appears in really good shape and the vendor informs us that it operates faultlessly
We enjoy the de-bumpered look and note the front indicators have been moved to where the bumper was formerly mounted
Sits upon Cromadora alloy wheels which really look the part and are a nice nod to the Abarth cars
Appears to be very sound underneath with a smattering of light surface rust in places
The floor pans and chassis rails look really smart
All the trim, glass and light lenses look to be in good shape

The Mechanics

2.0-litre Lampredi twin-cam with Bosch fuel injection
Five-speed manual gearbox
Electronic ignition
The braking system is equipped with Aviation model flexibles for efficiency and safety
We’re informed all the servicing is up to date with no issues to resolve
The ignition system was apparently rebuilt recently with a new alternator, battery and ignition switch
The vendor comments that it drives very well with no faults to report

Summary

Presented in great mechanical and cosmetic condition and with some tasteful Abarth-inspired upgrades, we can heartily recommend this Fiat 124 Spider.

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