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1978 Fiat 124 Spider

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1978 Fiat 124 Spider - photo 1
$6,000
12,345 mi

AI Value Analysis

Unrateddeal?
Asking
$6,000

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”

Low miles for ageSingle-owner history

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 &amp; Maintenance<br> A lot of money and time has been invested into ensuring this Fiat drives straight, stops tight, and runs cool. <br> * **Suspension &amp; 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 &amp; 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 &amp; Terms<br> * **Availability**: If this ad is up, the car is available.<br> * **Inspections &amp; 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

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One previous owner.
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Suspiciously low miles for the age.
Verify against the title's odometer history (Carfax). Rollback is rare but devastating.
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Car is 10+ years old — budget for age-related maintenance.
Expect to replace within 2 years: tires, battery, hoses, possibly timing belt, water pump, suspension bushings.

Cost to own

5-yr estimate · 1978 Fiat 124 Spider
Monthly cash out
$698
5-yr running
$35,290
Per mile
$0.49

Money out per month: recurring costs + loan payment. Doesn't include depreciation — see Resale below.

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Summary: One owner, no reported accidents.

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  • via Craigslist (private seller)Private seller4h ago
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    $6,000
    12,345 mi
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