
1978 Fiat 124 Spider
Unknown

AI Value Analysis
Not enough data on this make & model to estimate a fair market value yet, so we're not scoring the deal.
“Unrated · 12.3K mi”
Asking $6,000 vs estimated $1,500 for 1978 Fiat 124 Spider at 12.3K mi (Unrated).
Seller's description
### 🏎️ The Overview<br> Up for sale is a beautifully maintained 1978 Fiat 124 Spider. Unlike many vintage Italian roadsters that sit rotting in garages, this classic is driven regularly, well-maintained, and mechanically tight. If you are looking for an affordable, turnkey classic convertible for weekend canyon carving or local car meets, this is it. <br> <br> Hagerty Value: https://www.hagerty.com/valuation-tools/fiat/ <showcontactinfo postingid="7967366382" title="show contact info" loadingtitle="loading"></showcontactinfo> -fiat-124-1.8<br> <br> ### 🔧 Mechanical Upgrades & Maintenance<br> A lot of money and time has been invested into ensuring this Fiat drives straight, stops tight, and runs cool. <br> * **Suspension & Steering**: All steering linkages replaced, upgraded to a smooth ball bearing idler arm, and new front wheel bearings installed.<br> * **Drivetrain**: Full driveshaft refresh including new U-joints, center support bearing, and flex joint (Guibo).<br> * **Cooling & Engine**: Brand new coolant overflow tank and a fresh battery installed. <br> * **Safety**: Upgraded with rugged new wheel studs and nuts.<br> * **Details**: New hood corner cushions/rubbers.<br> * **Fluids**: Always kept on a strict fluid maintenance schedule. <br> <br> ### 🛞 Rejuvenated Interior<br> The cabin has been refreshed to look sharp and feel comfortable.<br> * **Seating**: All seats fully re-upholstered with a premium new upholstery kit.<br> * **Trim**: Brand new door panels installed on both sides.<br> * **Dash**: Crisp new dash cover.<br> * **Touchpoints**: Upgraded, custom-machined shift stick for a mechanical, precise shift feel.<br> <br> ### 📝 The Honest Details (The Bad)<br> Every classic has its quirks. This car is incredibly honest, with minor issues:<br> 1. The speedometer is currently non-functional.<br> 2. The clock glass is fogged up. <br> 3. Original Dashboard under the cover has some cracks (although hidden)<br> 4. Previous owner had deleted the smog equipment, as well as cabin heater core (core and fan available and will go with the car)<br> <br> ***<br> <br> ### 📝 Logistics & Terms<br> * **Availability**: If this ad is up, the car is available.<br> * **Inspections & Financing**: Pre-purchase inspections are welcome at your expense. I am happy to meet a serious buyer at a local mechanic or bank of your choice.<br> * **Scheduling**: Requires 24-hour notice. Available weekdays from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, and all day on weekends.<br> * **Inquiries**: Email only initially. Please include your phone number in your message for a faster text response. Offers to help me sell will be ignored.<br> <br> Plates will be removed upon sale.<br> <br>
Before You Buy
Cost to own
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- via Craigslist (private seller)Private seller29m ago—View →$6,00012,345 mi
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