High points

Only two owners and 118,468 kilometres from new
Complete maintenance history and service booklet
Serial numbers and colours matching factory specification
Original black Fiat/Abarth interior

The Attractions

Capable of outperforming the Volkswagen Golf GTI, Ford Escort XR3i, Vauxhall Astra GTE and MG Maestro at the time, the often forgotten Fiat Ritmo 130 TC Abarth was arguably the best hot hatchback of the 1980s. Designed by Fiat's in-house design team, the compact, lightweight Ritmo was the perfect candidate for superior performance, so they turned to Fiat's legendary coachbuilder, Abarth, to make it extraordinarily fast.

Here we have an example from the third series dating back to 1989. It has been well maintained by its two owners and boasts serial numbers and colours matching factory specifications, along with the original black Fiat/Abarth interior, making it a highly desirable example of this iconic model. With a full maintenance history, a complete exterior repaint and recent mechanical work, this Ritmo is ready to offer its new owner an exciting driving experience.

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History and Documentation

Exemplary 1989 model
Only two owners from new
We are informed that serial numbers and colours match factory specifications
118,468 kilometres indicated
Complete maintenance history with service booklet
Owner's manual and maintenance booklet with Abarth markings
Has suffered no accidents or serious damage
Overhauled six months ago
Engine serviced approximately 2,000 km ago
Two sets of keys

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Condition

The bodywork was repainted a few years ago in its original colour, with very good quality
No visible imperfections in the paintwork or bodywork
Trim and badges in excellent condition
Fitted with Lancia Delta 16-valve rims, but also comes with the original set of Cromodora rims
Original Fiat/Abarth black interior with signs of normal wear and tear
Small tear in front passenger seat and normal patina commensurate with age on other surfaces
The seller assures us that there is no corrosion or major defects on the bodywork or underbody

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The Mechanics

Twin camshaft 1,995 cc petrol engine with two carburettors
Five-speed ZF manual gearbox
Engine serviced 2,000 km ago with timing belt, oil change, oil filter, air filter and spark plugs
Wheel balancing carried out
Gearbox oil replaced
We are assured that it runs very well and drives exactly as expected from a Ritmo 130 TC Abarth
Everything appears to be in good condition in the engine compartment

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