Hello! I have been shopping for a Fiat Spider (or possibly Alfa Spider) for a few weeks now. I am trying to get my wife the convertible that's she's always wanted while giving me a little project car as well. While she likely be driving it most of the time, I would still like to enjoy it too. My concerns are that because I'm 6'4", I may not be very comfortable. Can you all help with with leg/head room info? Thanks!!!!
Matt C.
Greetings From The Sunshine State
-
Exit98
Re: Greetings From The Sunshine State
Well I'm 65, 5' 10" (used to be more) and 190 lb (liar's poker). I fit fine and probably have another 4 to 6" of seat travel.
Our Spider's have always had a reputation of having plenty of room for bigger guys. The biggest problem is that the seat backs are weak and and bend and fail. A twisted seat is very uncomfortable. They can be reinforced.
If necessary new foam can greatly improve the seat cusion.
Tall guys fit too. You just have to get used to the Italian arms out driving position. Comes natural after a while. Just the opposite of the NASCAR guys. Man they sit right on top of the wheel, their elbows almost touch the bottom of it.
Our Spider's have always had a reputation of having plenty of room for bigger guys. The biggest problem is that the seat backs are weak and and bend and fail. A twisted seat is very uncomfortable. They can be reinforced.
If necessary new foam can greatly improve the seat cusion.
Tall guys fit too. You just have to get used to the Italian arms out driving position. Comes natural after a while. Just the opposite of the NASCAR guys. Man they sit right on top of the wheel, their elbows almost touch the bottom of it.
-
4uall
- Posts: 4145
- Joined: Mon Sep 26, 2011 12:09 pm
- Your car is a: 1980 Fiat Pininfarina Spider 2000 F.I.
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Re: Greetings From The Sunshine State
I am 6'1" and I find it really depends on your frame. I have a 30" inseam and have plenty of room in my 2000.
Jay
Fiona
1980 FI 2000 Spider
ITZEBTZE
https://goo.gl/photos/eNKaX7hrXhBu9fmp6
FINN (FN-2187)
2014 Jeep Wrangler Sport
MYTHERPY
Fiona
1980 FI 2000 Spider
ITZEBTZE
https://goo.gl/photos/eNKaX7hrXhBu9fmp6
FINN (FN-2187)
2014 Jeep Wrangler Sport
MYTHERPY
-
RRoller123
- Patron 2020
- Posts: 8179
- Joined: Sun Nov 13, 2011 2:04 pm
- Your car is a: 1980 FI SPIDER 2000
- Location: SAGAMORE BEACH, MA USA
Re: Greetings From The Sunshine State
At 6'2" it fits me fine, but I will admit that I do not like it as much with top up, only top down. Visibility is a little challenged for me with the top up. But come to think of it.... I don't think I have ever driven it with the top up! <{:^)
'80 FI Spider 2000
'74 and '79 X1/9 (past)
'75 BMW R75/6
2011 Chevy Malibu (daily driver)
2010 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Ext Cab 4WD/STD BED
2002 Edgewater 175CC 80HP 4-Stroke Yamaha
2003 Jaguar XK8
2003 Jaguar XKR
2021 Jayco 22RB
2019 Bianchi Torino Bicycle
'74 and '79 X1/9 (past)
'75 BMW R75/6
2011 Chevy Malibu (daily driver)
2010 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Ext Cab 4WD/STD BED
2002 Edgewater 175CC 80HP 4-Stroke Yamaha
2003 Jaguar XK8
2003 Jaguar XKR
2021 Jayco 22RB
2019 Bianchi Torino Bicycle
-
onemorespyder
Re: Greetings From The Sunshine State
Just aquired a 124 spider but have been driving Alfas for years. The driving experience is so addictive that many of us would trim a few inches from our legs to better fit if that's what it took! lol. Buy the car (either) and figure it out. It'll reward you greatly.
Darrell
Darrell
-
Fetti
Re: Greetings From The Sunshine State
Thanks for your help guys!! I will continue looking for once close to me so I can at least sit in it first. If you see any good cars/deals out there, a heads up would be greatly appreciated! (I'm in Orlando, btw) Thanks!!!
Matt C.
Matt C.
-
Divers
Re: Greetings From The Sunshine State
Welcome! I am over in Apopka restoring an 81. Engine is currently at the machine shop. Good luck on your search.
Robert
Robert