1978 Fiat 124 Spider

OVERVIEW

This 1978 Fiat 124 Spider has been with the seller since 2004 and is powered by a 1,756cc inline-four engine backed by a rebuilt five-speed manual transmission. Features include power brakes, a JVC AM/FM/cassette stereo, a luggage rack, a newer Weber carburetor, and several parts that were replaced in 2020. Finished in red and equipped with a newer tan convertible top over a tan vinyl interior, this garage-kept 124 Spider is available now and comes with more than $8,500 in service invoices, the original air intake assembly, the rebuilt original carburetor, and a clear title. 

EXTERIOR - FEATURES

The red exterior features chrome bumpers with black end caps, a replacement hood badge, a forward-tilting hood, dual mirrors, and a luggage rack. The tan top has a plastic rear window and was installed in 2007. According to the seller, a ding in the bodywork was recently repaired. Additionally, the chrome bumpers show signs of rust and a small area around the hood badge was repainted when it was installed. In 2020, the hood weatherstripping and a taillight lens gasket was replaced.
 

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

A set of 14-inch silver eight-spoke alloy wheels with Fiat center caps is wrapped in 195/60 Hankook Kinergy ST radial tires that were installed in 2020.

INTERIOR - FEATURES

The front bucket seats, rear seat, trim, and door panels are upholstered in tan vinyl. Features include a center console with woodgrain accents, a manual shifter, manual steering, power brakes, manual windows, a JVC AM/FM/cassette stereo, and a tan vinyl convertible top boot.

INTERIOR - GAUGES

A 140-mph speedometer, an 8K-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the fuel level, water temperature, and oil pressure are located in a woodgrain panel ahead of the driver. With 2,000 miles added during current ownership, the odometer reads 79,458 miles, which the seller states is accurate.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Power is provided by a 1756cc inline-four engine and backed by a rebuilt five-speed manual transmission. According to the seller, a new Weber 32/36 DFEV carburetor has been installed. The service records show that a tune-up was performed and the following parts were replaced in 2020:

• Clutch pressure plate, disc, and throwout bearing
• Transmission gaskets and seals
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd synchros
• Two synchro springs
• Shifter socket
• 1st-2nd and 3rd-4th shift forks
• 1st-2nd sleeve
• Main and lay shaft center bearings
• Clutch cable
• Cooling fan switch
• Oil and transmission pan gaskets
• Oil pump
• Cam cover gaskets
• Cam cover end plate gasket
• Breather hose
• Air pump, alternator, and timing belts
• Timing belt tensioner pulley
• Water pump
• Fuel filter
• Coolant and transmission fluid

UNDERCARRIAGE

This Fiat was factory-equipped with an independent front suspension and a solid rear drive axle. Braking is provided by power four-wheel discs. A full-length exhaust system exits at the rear through dual Ansa outlets. In 2020, the front end was aligned; the brake system was bled; the rear differential cover was removed, cleaned, and resealed; the center section of the exhaust was repaired; and the following new parts were installed:

• Brake master cylinder
• Hoses between the brake fluid reservoir and master cylinder
• Driveshaft isolator
• Front sway bar bushings
• Parking brake cable

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

The seller will include more than $8,500 in service invoices, the original air intake assembly, and the rebuilt original carburetor as part of the sale.