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Fiat spider part 2
Leslie Shopf, 12/22/2017
updated 12/28/2018
2017 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
I had a spyder 20+ years ago that was very fragile and had lots of problems. This car is 180 degrees from that. With the exception of the cup holders and glove box which are awkwardly placed, there is nothing I would change. I feel such joy and satisfaction every time I am in this car. The only other problem, which the dealer is unable to fix, is that my tire inflation warning light comes on even when the tires are properly inflated.
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Fantastic Car!
Sunny FL. Why does anyone live north of NC??, 03/17/2017
updated 03/19/2018
2017 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
2017 Fiat Spider 124 Abarth, manual with brembo brake pkg. It is such a joy to drive. Handles fantastic, beautiful interior, beautiful looking car outside and inside. Love the hood and design of the car. I owned a 95' 325I for about 9 years, (very good car), and a 2006 330I for about 2 years. The 330I cost a lot of money in repairs. I wanted to purchase a 2014 Cayman S but the price of admission for a nicely optioned used one is about $50,000. I test drove the Fiat Spider and for $31,700 brand new it was a no brainer. Plus the Spider comes with 4 year 50,000 warranty vs 3 year 36,000 for the Miata. I still would like to get a Cayman someday (but would like to keep the Spider as a second car) but for now I couldn't be happier with my decision. I look forward to driving the car everyday. I'm 6' 1" and fit comfortably but it would be nice to have about 1 more inch of room so I could get the seat back a bit further ( I also wish the Cayman seat went back about one inch further). That's why I gave it a 4 star out of 5 for comfort. I test drove the Fiat and then went and test drove the Miata the same day. The Mazda Club with brembo brakes you can get for about $30,000 and the Spider Abarth is about $31,700 plus tax. You can't go wrong with either car. I believe the Mazda handles a little better and is a bit faster. But for my everyday driving the Spider is just perfect. It just came down to personal taste. The clincher being Japanese build quality with Italian styling. I like the alcantara seat fabric and the Recaro seats. Plus the quad tail pipes. They sound great in 1st and second gear but I wish they were louder as you go through the gears. I love both cars but just liked the looks a little better of the Spider. If you want wheel locks so some clown doesn't steel your wheels you can get them from the Mazda parts dept. for about $59 or order them online from Good-Win-Racing.com part # 61-1057F for about $99.00. After reading the comments about the goodwinracing wheel locks I opted for those. Don't think you can go wrong either choice. Happy motoring. And do your self a huge favor, regardless of what your wife or parents or friends say, make sure you get the manual... Shifting gears is half the fun of owning the car. One year ownership update. I have put 13,300 miles on the car. Zero maintenance issues. Car has been fantastic and dependable. Took in for scheduled maintenance one time for 72.00. It's a great car.
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Bloody GORGEOUS!
Mark, 06/09/2017
updated 06/20/2022
2017 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
I have been gagging for this car since Fiat/ Mazda bought it to my attention. It has taken me months to drill down and get the car I wanted. All I ever found on my search was automatics!!! ( I love driving and the thought of an automatic is just sacrilege in my opinion) Of course it had to be red, and I opted for the luxury package which is totally worth it especially the LED lights and their capacity to light the road ahead at night. Just outstanding. Its GORGEOUS from every angle. Driving it is a pleasure. Love the torque and relaxed nature of the engine. Would prefer the exhaust a little louder (I have the 500 Abarth and its a mean sounding, just beautiful chorus which is subdued in the 124) Was surprised Fiat didn't option it with the flat bottomed steering wheel that they have in the 500 which is a tactile pleasure, but none the less, it does feel good in the hands along with the shifter and short throws. Italian cars really do it for me, they connect me emotionally which is lacking in other cars. Mazda and Fiat have done a wonderful job and I hope it pays big dividends for them. Would like a boost gauge and cooled seats as the leather gets really hot during the summer. Update: Love the car, loathe the dealership experience which has now closed with no notification! Seems Fiat are pulling out of the USA. Communication is abismal. The car gets 5 stars, the dealership experience zero stars. Unfortunately had to sell the car which was brilliant, just wish the customer service was better. No communication from Fiat that they had closed their service dept, They were unable to fix a warranty issue with the blind spot detection system, rude and just unhelpful. Please Fiat management, if you make another push to enter the US market, please train and vet your dealerships and make an effort to support customers with their purchase. Update: Sadly sold the vehicle because of terrible customer support. It needed minor warranty issues fixed such as blind spot monitoring malfunctioning. I was charged a $160 diagnostic fee even though it was under warranty and the issue was still not fixed. No communication from the dealership that they were going to close and they just closed shop leaving Fiat owners in the lurch. As I said earlier, Stelantis needs to listen to previous owners and fans of Fiat if they plan to re enter the US market and make sure they have a competent dealer network.
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Fun Is All There
Wilson P, 10/10/2016
2017 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
My previous sports cars include a Porsche Boxster, a BMW M235, an RX-8, and three editions of the Mazda Miata from 2006, 2010 and 2013. I mention that history because the 124 Spider from Fiat is the least expensive ( i paid right at $28K) and in my opinion, the best looking of them all. You might know that Fiat and Mazda joined forces to build this car and the Fiat style and Mazda reliability are a winning combination for me. None of the Mazda Miata cars required more than oil changes and standard maintenance. Nothing ever went wrong with those cars. I hope the Fiat does that well. If you are a six footer the car might not be as comfortable and the attractive interior is close at hand. The car is very drivable and steers, brakes and handles well. When most cars slow for turns, i speed up (a little) and the Spider really shows its moxie in corners. Gas prices may not stay this low but i can fill up with premium fuel for about $25. I think people who live in warmer climates or want a fun weekend ride will love this car. The more you like to drive, the more it will appeal to you. Its about as much fun as you can have for not a lot of cash.
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Better than $55,000 Mercedes
Glenn Welt, 09/05/2016
updated 11/08/2016
2017 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
91 of 102 people found this review helpful
Until August 2, 2016 I was ready to buy a 2017 Mercedes SLC300 via European delivery. Then I realized that I'd be paying $55K in advance for a car that wouldn't be in my home driveway for 6 months or more. Just to be sure I was making the right choice, i googled "2017 convertibles" and suddenly saw a pic of a car I'd never seen before. Having done a test drive in a Mercedes, I was impressed with the quiet ride at 70mph on a freeway with top down. I was able to converse with the salesman at normal volume. One thing that totally UN-impressed me was that to start the newest Mercedes you MUST put a key in the ignition! Within 48 hours of my Mercedes test drive, I was cruising in a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider which seemed just as quiet on the highway and has push-button start. When I started comparing the overall specs of both cars, the new body styling of the 124 Spider and at HALF the price of the Mercedes, it became a VERY easy decision. As the former owner of 2 Porsche, Lotus Esprit, 3 Mercedes SL convertibles and a Rolls, after a month driving my new 2017 Spider I am VERY happy with my choice! 3 MONTHS LATER ... I now have just over 1,000 miles on my FERRARI 124. FIAT owns Ferrari which gave me an idea. I removed or covered ALL the FIAT emblems and now drive the ONE and ONLY car that passes for a Ferrari (yes people believe the emblems they see) but costs about 1/8 the price! I even got a Nevada vanity license plate that says NICECAR so if I pass you in a flash and you see the tag, good luck catching me! BOTTOM LINE: Not since my Porsche racing days have I had so much fun behind the wheel of ANY car, regardless of the price !!!
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