For Sale: 2018 Fiat Abarth in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

2018 Fiat Abarth 124 Spider

"With its unique mix of Italian style and Japanese engineering, the Mazda MX-5 Miata based Fiat 124 Spider is a sushi roll stuffed in cannelloni. It's more than a bunch of new badges, however, as the 124 Spider sports an exclusive turbocharged Fiat engine, unique suspension tuning, and a more upscale interior. The pick of the 124 Spider range is still the rowdy Abarth version. You could add thousands of dollars in options, but you'll have the same driving enjoyment either way, thanks to the Abarth's more sporting attitude." Car and Driver, 2019

For consignment, a 2018 Fiat Abarth 124 Spider with a title verified 71,793 actual miles. In 2018,CarMagazine.co.ukwrote, "The Fiat 124's been Abarth'd. After years of hard work on hatchbacks and city cars, you get the feeling Fiat's performance subsidiary couldn't wait to get its hands on a front engined, rear wheel drive two seater."

Exterior
Move over Miata, this Italian rendition is dressed in a dramatic presentation of Hypnotique Red, a fancy twist on "hypnotic" but there's no way you'll be lulled to sleep by this bright speedster. The argent gray mirrors really pop and are complemented by the matching windshield frame and 17-inch wheels, here wearing ZR rated tires and the epic Abarth scorpion on the center caps. The nicely contoured hood and subtle spoiler on the decklid set this apart from the more common Miata and the headlights take on a more intimidating stare. Our black canvas soft top and plastic window are in fine shape and pick up on the black rocker panels and rear valance. Imperfections include rock chips, overspray, rock spray, a corner scratch and scuff, and other minor scratches.

Interior
Things start off somewhat basic with black door panels with polished handles, clean, efficient, and simple, leading to tuck and roll inserts in black leather, red stitching, topped by a tall headrest that wears the ABARTH name. Light wear is noticed on both seats along with some compression on the drivers. The ergonomic sport steering wheel has adequate thumb controls and leads to an exciting instrument cluster that puts a red faced electronic tachometer between two black faced units. The dash is stitched red and a center screen shows navigation, AM/FM radio that is Bluetooth and XM compatible. Mounted next to the stout shifter are controls for the screen and even a cupholder. Clean black carpet floods the floor and the finished trunk is lined with charcoal panels.

Drivetrain
Under the hood is a busy little engine bay holding a 1.4 liter DOHC turbocharged inline four cylinder with 164 horsepower. It's mated to a 6-speed manual transmission that routes power to the rear wheels through a limited slip differential with 3.58 gears.

Undercarriage
We have a clean underside with some typical metal oxidation but fully dry and solid conditions. Power disc brakes are supplied to all four wheels and a single exhaust runs through the original muffler which emits twin exhaust tips and four polished tips. The fully independent suspension includes double wishbone up front and multi link in back.

Drive-Ability
No complaints here as this is a quick, nimble, and capable sports car, and this one has air conditioning and air bags to improve your driving experience. The seats are comfortable and the cabin is accommodating while the exhaust note is one you want to keep going. All functions availed of this little Italian operate as expected. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.

This babied bambino is an eye-catching, attractive car that is unlikely to be mistaken for something else by those who know. Italian sports cars have a long, storied history that include names like Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Ferrari and yes, Fiat. Produced only from 2016 to 2020, we think this one might be on its way to classic status. For now, it's a great daily driver or weekend toy.

Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price. All prices are before state, city and county tax, tag, title and license fees. Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. Classic Auto Mall is not responsible for errors and omissions. Please verify listings with dealer. Vehicles may require VIN verification and/or safety and emissions inspections to transfer ownership and register the vehicle in the declared state of residence. Please check with your local DMV office to ensure compliance with your states titling and registration process.

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