Used 2018 FIAT 124 Spider Convertible Consumer Reviews
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Tazilon, 12/29/2018
updated 12/06/2022
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Classica 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
UPDATED AFTER 48 MONTHS AND 52,000 MILES OF OWNERSHIP: Edmund's own reviewers praise the Miata MX-5 but take the Fiat 124 Spider to task for noise, cargo space, and comfort. The truth is, the Spider is better at dampening noise, has a slightly larger trunk than the Miata, and has the exact same headroom and legroom as the MX-5 - more headroom than the MX-5 RF. The MX-5 has better low end acceleration, but the Spider has better at speed. I can't speak for the automatic 124s but the manual tranny is more than adequate at low end; it just isn't quite as fast off the line as a MX-5. And once you spin the turbo up, the thing leaps from gear to gear in an exhilarating rush. Roadsters are definitely not for everyone; they wrap around your body like a glove and rank only slightly higher than a tricycle on a utilitarian scale, but man, are they FUN to drive. The 124 Spider captures the joy of driving well. It gives you excellent feedback, handles well, has a great little shifter, and looks awesome to boot. How well do they handle? fastestlaps rates the Abarth at 1.10g on the skidpad - tied with cars like the Ferrari P488 Pista and Lambo Aventador. The Classica and Lusso are rated at 1.09g, tied with some models of the Porsche 911 and McLaren 720S! The drop top goes up and down easily. And because it is no where near as common as a Miata (or any other roadster), it gets looks and comments everywhere we go. I highly recommend this car for anyone looking to experience the true joy of driving. The car still gets comments constantly, and continually provides driving smiles. "A smile a minute, whenever you're in it!" For you taller people, a friend in a 124 Car Club is 6'3" and fits inside. Despite being heavily modded, we have had 0 issues with our Classica. Routine maintenance is all that has been required. I should add, we also have an automatic 2017 Abarth 124 Spider with 30,000 miles and is has also been issue-free. Dollar for dollar, based on performance, looks, and reliability, modern 124 Spiders are one of the best used car deals you can find.
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Fantastic Fiat
Spiderman, 04/30/2018
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
The Mazda guts are evident in this car and that’s a good thing.The Lusso handles great, looks fantastic and is a blast to drive. Great soft top with added sound deadening to make for a quiet interior when needed. Turbo lag takes a bit to get used to but once you drive the car a bit you learn to increase the revs in 1st and then then enjoy that turbo boost. Safety package is a great add to the Lusso.Can’t say enough about the way this car drives.
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Just bought a new FIAT 124 Spider Lusso!
Margo A, 04/01/2018
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car is very sporty and low to the ground but is very comparable in style and performance to Mazda Miata while still holding its own in terms of feeling and comfort and design.
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Not my mom's Fiat Spider
Bryen Scott-Kiddy, 05/16/2019
updated 11/21/2022
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought this car about two years ago and I love it. It has a sleek modern yet classic designed body. I feel the car was designed with someone who loves driving in mind. It handles wonderfully. It often feels as though the car is just floating above the street. The convertible top is amazingly simple and quick. The interior is beautifully done with allot of little added touches that just scream style. The performance is more than I could have asked for. I have now put close to 13000 miles on this care and love it as much now as the day I got it. I am now at almost 28000 miles and still loving this car. No problems thus far. A great ride..
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Love the car but not the dealership
j gregory oneal, 08/07/2020
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Classica 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
2018 124 Classica. Bought new August 2018. Car is awesome and totally satisfied with everything it offers. Chose the Spider over the Miata MX5 entirely because of its retro body style (owned an Alfa in the 80's). Someone tapped the rear end and had to take the car to Fiat (Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ram) and Mazda dealer for body work. When called to pick up the vehicle the repair work looked great (just a bumper cover and spoiler replacement) but key fobs no longer worked. Dealer 'reprogrammed' (he claimed) but still did not work. 5 or 6 visits (including 2+ weeks in a dealer provided rental) the shop still has not rectified the problem. They really can't figure out just what they have done to it. Every time I have taken it in it comes back NOT repaired and w/ more problems (interior light/trunk light/avg MPG no longer works after visit before last). I think the body shop left something unplugged but service is claiming some radio frequency hub. Not satisfied at all w/ dealer. Had to file GA Lemon Law hoping this will encourage somebody to rectify the problem. I JUST WANT MY CAR back and in working order. I'd buy another......my car is NOT a lemon - just the clowns working on it are a bit inept. 6 weeks into all this, btw.
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