Hello,
Well, I finally found a 1974 Fiat Spider just like the one I bought as my first car in high school. It's dark green with a tan interior. Found it on eBay on the West coast. Bought it from the daughter of the original owner. Still has its original paint, top, and interior. Was originally bought in Minnesota and rustproofed new. Not driven in snow or salt and used as a weekend car. Moved to the West coast about 12 years ago.
It drives pretty well although the suspension is showing its age. I plan to drive it as is for the next year and then I will do a nut-and-bolt restoration. I'm going to make some upgrades to the engine, suspension, and brakes. I will replace the interior, but keep it stock looking. I want more power, but I want the car to still be comfortable to drive around town, so not too hairy.
I have many questions!
David
Northern Virginia Spider
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RRoller123
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Re: Northern Virginia Spider
Welcome aboard! There are many great people here that can answer many questions!
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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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baltobernie
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- Your car is a: 1973 Spider [sold]
- Location: Baltimore, MD
Re: Northern Virginia Spider
Hello David, and Welcome!
You are located in an area which is home to more Spiders anywhere in the US outside of SoCal. Vintage Fiat specialists in Fairfax and College Park and a very active club http://www.dcfiats.org. There will be several caravans to Carlisle, PA on Saturday, why not drive or ride along and get some tips and tricks for your driving enjoyment and restoration project.
You are located in an area which is home to more Spiders anywhere in the US outside of SoCal. Vintage Fiat specialists in Fairfax and College Park and a very active club http://www.dcfiats.org. There will be several caravans to Carlisle, PA on Saturday, why not drive or ride along and get some tips and tricks for your driving enjoyment and restoration project.