1979 FIAT 124 Spider 2000

Lot Number: 565

1979 FIAT 124 Spider 2000

Full of charm and character, this previously restored, Pininfarina-bodied 124 Spider is a veritable mini-Ferrari. 

  • Sold for: £11,000

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Azure Blue Metallic

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    LHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    DHN 262T

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    60682 Miles

SUMMARY

Full of charm and character, this previously restored, Pininfarina-bodied 124 Spider is a veritable mini-Ferrari. 

DESCRIPTION

  • Designed and manufactured by Italian Carrozzeria Pininfarina, more specifically by by Sergio Pininfarina, the 124 Sport Spider was marketed by FIAT between 1966 and 1980 having debuted at the November 1966 Turin Motor Show.
  • The four-cylinder engine, as fitted to the Spider, was designed by Dan Varo and used a double overhead cam, aluminium cross-flow head version of the saloon's pushrod unit. It started in 1966 with a capacity of 1,438cc, progressively increasing to 1,608cc in 1970, 1,756cc in 1974 and finally 1,995cc in 1979
  • Finished in Azzurro Blue over a cream leather interior and carpets matching its new cream new soft top, it sits on ‘Cromodora’ silver alloys
  • Imported from California in 2020 and appears to have undergone restoration work before arriving in the UK
  • With just one previous UK-keeper, the Spider has recently been recommissioned at Autos & Sportos of York
  • Supplied with invoices for work in current ownership, import paperwork and original handbooks
  • Looking pretty as a picture, this Italian classic is ready to be enjoyed and will surely be welcomed anywhere

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
565
Make
FIAT
Model
124
Variant
Spider 2000
Registration Number
DHN 262T
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
124CS20155159
Engine Number
4377455
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Azure Blue Metallic

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

95 / 135

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About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 3rd June between 9am and 2pm.

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