Highlights

Used regularly, it was described to us as very efficient and pleasant to drive
Extremely original and beautifully preserved in every respect
Has received extensive maintenance and tuning to both the mechanics and electrics over the last three years
Only three owners from new

The Attractions

Launched in 1974 to replace the hugely successful 124, the new Fiat 131 offered more space and practicality than its predecessor, while retaining its dynamic and sporty layout. As the launch of the 131 coincided with a global oil crisis, sales were initially lower than Fiat had anticipated, but during its ten years of production it became a very popular model. For this reason, examples of the First Series are quite rare, and we are particularly pleased to present one of them, a 1978 131 with a 1.6-litre engine.

The vendor bought this car with only two previous owners three years ago and has since carried out various maintenance and tuning work on it. He informed us that today it is a very reliable car and surprisingly economical to run, which proves to be a good classic car that is also suitable for everyday use. It is very rare to find such original and well-maintained 131s for sale, so don't miss this interesting opportunity.

History and Documentation

We have been informed that the car has had only three owners
Left-hand-drive First Series for the domestic market
The five-digit odometer shows 25,947 km
As the previous owner passed away about fifteen years ago, the car has been in the garage for a long time and has been driven periodically
The seller has owned this Fiat for three years
He currently uses it almost every day

Condition

Extremely original throughout
Correct and solid bodywork
No traces of corrosion or other visible damage
Underbody appears original and in good condition
Blue paintwork appears to be in very good shape with few minor flaws visible
The original rims are in good condition, as are all exterior finishes
There are no obvious signs of wear and tear in the passenger compartment
Aftermarket mats protect the original carpets
All four seats appear in good condition
Door panels are in good condition
There are no reported problems of any kind with the electrical services in the passenger compartment

Mechanics

Four-cylinder 1.6-litre petrol engine - the largest engine available at the time
Four-speed manual gearbox (standard)
Numerous service work carried out including new HT cables, spark plugs and various other components, including battery and filters
It has been reported to us that it is in very good condition and drives very well, also offering remarkable economy when driven regularly
Everything in the engine compartment is in excellent condition

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