Saying hello from Peterborough ON Canada. Just purchased a 1973 Spider. I am not a mechanic and have done very little work on any car since getting rid of my 1977 and 1984 volvo 240's about 10 years ago. Im not sure what my intensions are with this car yet but Im sure its going to teach me a few things whether I do a resto, or just drive and maintain it in its current condition. First and formost I am looking to get it certified and on the road. Looks like it only needs a Wiper Motor for the safety certification and I have a few that Ive been tracking down. This winter I will probably do some minor body work, replace or recover driver and passenger seats, install some wheel well mounted 3 point seat belts and may look in to some easy bolt on modifications to increase performance. You may get some pretty newb questions from me but Im moderately handy and should learn relatively quickly unless I don't.
Cheers: Ryan
New Owner of 1973 Fiat Spider
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Wodza
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RRoller123
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Re: New Owner of 1973 Fiat Spider
Welcome aboard! You will find lots of friendly and helpful people here.
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'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
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phaetn
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Re: New Owner of 1973 Fiat Spider
Welcome, Ryan.
Sweet year still with the small bumpers!
I'm in Ottawa with a '74. There are a few of us in town so feel free to ask for help!
Cheers,
phaetn
Sweet year still with the small bumpers!
I'm in Ottawa with a '74. There are a few of us in town so feel free to ask for help!
Cheers,
phaetn