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A Go-Kart for Grow-ups!
M. Edwards, 03/31/2018
updated 10/10/2018
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Classica 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
30 of 30 people found this review helpful
I came close to buying another MX-5. It's been a few years since my last one and I'm not getting any younger. But after the test drive, I decided to test-drive a Spider at the dealer down the road. To me, it was more refined, inside and out. The ride felt more comfortable as well, and the steering was quick and true. When you gave it the gas and the turbo kicks in, it really gives you a thrill. I'm going on 3,000 miles, with my Classica, and it's still a joy to throw the top down and go for a spin (trouble-free). It's like a go-kart for grown-ups, with a rocket on the back! Update at 8500 miles. Absolutely perfect! Getting right at 31 mph with mostly city driving. Put new Autoricambi exhaust on it because it was so quiet I kept forgetting to change gears. The new muffler-delete pipes are great! Great balls of fun!
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Best car I ever owned
J. L. Pifco, 02/18/2018
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
29 of 29 people found this review helpful
I have a 2018 Spider Luzzo with all the options. It is the most fun car to drive that I have ever owned and this includes 2 Corvettes, a Triumph, and numerous non-sports cars. It would run circles around the 1980 or the 1978 Corvettes I had. The quality appears excellent as I haven't found a single defect. Very comfortable seating, however very tall or obese folks would not fit. The Bose radio system sound great.
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Test drove this and an Mazda MX5
Brian, 03/19/2018
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Classica 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
28 of 28 people found this review helpful
I test drove both the Fiat and the Miata. The Miata delivers its power in a more linear fashion. The Fiat needs to get up in the Revs before it really goes. So, it feels slower off the line. A little more like a Honda S2000. So it is really down to which one appeals to you more. I would rate the Fiat at a 4 and the Mazda at a 4.5 from an everyday driving standpoint. However, I am considering this purchase for weekend pleasure drives and I find the Fiat is more exciting to me. I like the bit of quirkiness that it has over the Miata. To me this gives the Fiat a bit more excitement. If you are deciding between the Mazda and the Fiat you really need to spend some drive time in both. The interior is similar in most ways. It's really about do you fit and are you comfortable enough to enjoy the car. Also, I would mention that the edmunds review of the Fiat is a 3 and the Mazda a 4.5. This seems to me to be because of different editors approach to the car and because the Fiat review, I believe, is for the automatic which I agree is not very good with this engine. If you want an auto the Mazda is the better choice. I took a brief drive of each car with the auto but for me the manual is the way to go. I would recommend reading each edmunds review with the mindset that it applies to both cars outside of the engine. I am disappointed that Edmunds editors seem to have written these reviews in a vacuum ignoring the relation of the cars to each other.
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The best sports car for the money!
Bruce, 01/21/2019
updated 01/27/2020
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
Car is peppy. Interior noise level is minor for a car of this type. Styling is great! Bose sound system with sub woofer makes listening easy even with top down. Six speed manual is a gem!
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Awesomely fun!
DBolander, 02/25/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
The styling on this car is awesome. It is so fun to drive. We have owned it for three months and have had no problems. My wife is 4’10 and this car is perfect for her. I’m 5’8 and have no problems. The fuel mileage is fantastic. We could not be happier.
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Fun, fun, fun!
Virginia, 01/18/2019
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
I am a large size person, average height and I fit very well. My son and brother are 6' and 6'3", both ride top up just fine. I look for any excuse to take my car out for a spin. I was looking for acceleration. It gets you passed other vehicles easily and does feel like you are going faster than you actually are. Getting in and out of the car is much easier with door wide open, so consider where you park. I average 31-32 mpg on 89 or 91 fuel. Five full bags of groceries fit in the trunk.
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Takes me back to Italy
Joe R., 03/03/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
This Fiat is actually 70% Mazda Miata. The 30% that Fiat has added is, in my estimation, pure Italian perfection. The head-turning body styling screams "Forza Italia!!!" and the convertible is actually well insulated and easy to operate. The acceleration, while not jarring, is brisk especially when in "Sport Mode". And quite frankly, when the top is down, I really don't want to go too fast because I like to be seen in it. And the Abarth trim exhaust has a wonderful throaty sound to it. The Brembo brake option is wonderful. The Navigation option includes the Bose audio system and the headrest speakers; I'm glad chose it. The vehicle is very tight for a convertible, especially at this price, and the ride very comfortable. The 70% base Mazda gives me the feeling of reliability and craftsmanship and the 30% Fiat has added speaks to me of class, refinement and sexiness. And that for me is a perfect combination. Bravisimo!
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This is my 3rd Fiat 124 Spider
Arnold Most, 08/24/2018
updated 09/08/2022
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 124 spider lusso manual tranny about 5 year ago. It has about 11,000 miles on it. I test drove the miata for comparison. Both cars were great. I found the styling and road handling superior in the FIAT. I did test drive the automatic and do not recommend the automatic. It is a true sports car and needs the manual for the max enjoyment. I live in the Hudson valley of New York and we have many great sports car roads. It handles the curves and hills like the true sports car it is. Great curb appeal. I get many people commenting on the car's beauty. Mine is red with the tan interior. Fun car and hope to own it for many years. I still am in love with the car. It gets a lot of compliments. Fun to drive.
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Edmund's Bias is Showing.
Tazilon, 12/29/2018
updated 12/09/2024
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Classica 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
UPDATED AFTER 72 MONTHS AND 77,000 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? fastest laps rated the Abarth at 1.10g on the skid pad - 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 42,000 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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Loving my cool little sports car
Lisa Lynne, 05/13/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
It is really small! Somehow after you start driving it is irrelevant because its fun. People ask what is that car? Disbelief on their faces when told a Fiat. I have a white one with a wide black stripe and red and black seats. I liked the peppy feel and sound of Abarth and got a leftover 2018 with 19 miles on it fully loaded. It's not super posh but it has most things my last car, an infinity g37 had, except power seats and power hardtop. The Bose sound system is so much fun and loud enough cruising down the road with the top down. I find the wind to be just right and just drove a 400 mile road trip from siesta key to my daughter's college in pure happiness. If you want something fun to drive, enjoy turning heads, driving something different from most cars driving by for a surprisingly fair price take one out for a test drive.
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Very impressed!
Tony, 01/08/2019
updated 08/30/2019
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Update after 12 months per request from Edmunds- The car continues to break in and now is much different and better than when I bought it. The exhaust sounds keeps getting better and engine performance has improved. Professional Reviewers would have a better viewpoint if they drove one that is broken in. Still is rock solid, not a single issue. The Recaro seats are very comfortable but it is still a tight cabin. I’m 5;8’ so it is fits me perfectly. I keep my cars in an air conditioned garage so that makes them better so that may help how this performs. I love this thing. My local Fiat dealer just closed so we have to wonder how long Fiat is for the USA. Thus, I’m glad I got this car while it is available. I also see some fully loaded Abarth versios that are very depreciated with very low miles so they are a steal for anyone. But because it seems Fiat in the USA is going away perhaps these will be harder to come by in the future so I’m glad I have one. This version is still very rare to see so it is nice to be driving something that is very different. Original review- I’ve now owned and driven this car for 6 months. First of all this car is a blast to drive. I’ve owned a variety of sports cars and this car is a fun as any of them but more beautiful than almost anything out there. I have to pause every time I walk up to it. What a design job! Pictures of it don’t do it justice. It is odd how in person the nose looks much longer, bolder and sexier than any photos-I don’t know how that happens. Also, this car is rock solid. I didn’t expect that but I’ve also owned a Tacoma and this car feels as solid as that, which doesn’t seem to make sense. Absolutely nothing has failed on it so build quality seems very high which I wasn’t sure of when I bought it. I rate the comfort high given what it is- a roadster. The top level trim seats are very comfortable. However, I don’t think the car is made for 4 hour drives. It is made for shorter drives or mountain foothills (l live on a curvy foothill) but I use it whenever I can for around town because it is simply so much fun to drive. I rated performance a 4/5 because it is true it could have more power but it is plenty for my needs. You can probably pass almost anyone if you want. The engine sound is fantastic. It took 2-3000 miles to break in but now broken in it it even more fun. It seems this car is a secret because it took me 6 months to see another one on the road and I live close to a Fiat dealer.
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Total Headturner
Joey Oates, 08/23/2019
updated 08/24/2020
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Gorgeous and just damn fun to drive. I get so many compliments on this car nearly every single day. A couple dozen more horsepower would be nice but it makes up for it with it's cornering ability. My only real complaint is the lack of a telescoping steering column. 2 year update...... Still absolutely love this car. Still get a ton of questions and compliments about it. The top had to be replaced after 25k miles due to a sagging headliner. Was covered under warranty. Now, after an additional 5I miles, it needs replaced again for the same reason. Other than that, the only other issue is with the leather on the corner of the driver's seat. It has not worn well but should be covered under warranty as well.
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I love this car!
Jackson C., 03/27/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
We have an old Fiat 124 and always wanted a new one if they made one again. What a great car this is. it is peppy and agile. It holds the road like nobody’s business. It have a great manual transmission and is a joy to drive. It is also just beautiful to look at. It is a fitting heir to our old 124. You will have a hard time finding a better roadster for the money!
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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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Upgraded to a Fiat from a Porsche
TomBarnard1, 08/01/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I owned and daily drove my Porsche Boxster for 6 years and loved the car. What I didn't love was the price of maintenance, parts, tires, and brakes. The Porsche was a great car, don't get me wrong, but with a Porsche, you are paying for the ability to do 165 mph and everything in the car is designed to that ability (meaning spec tires, brakes, etc. are $$$). And in six years of ownership, I took the car into triple digits only one single time. I paid those prices for a capability I'm never going to use. Meanwhile, this little 124 gives me just as much fun driving dynamic at speeds that won't land me in jail. And the expected maintenance costs should be next to nothing given so much of it under the skin is Mazda. It's nice to not have to spend so much energy worrying about my car ending up costing me more than I can afford to repair. One last thought. Before I owned my Porsche, I drove a Honda S2000. I never thought I'd drive a car with a manual transmission as enjoyable as the S2000. This Fiat comes really close. This is one of the best sticks I've ever driven at any price.
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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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A 1000 miles in
Mr Flores, 12/26/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
So far I driven up Angeles Crest Hwy , awesome, over the grapevine during hi winds , very quiet inside ( nice surprise) I hit a brick at about 70mph the brick rolled under bouncing loudly, looked under car and found there is a skid plate, no damage done , we bonded ( the car and I )
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So far so good!
In-Lyk-Flynn, 02/13/2019
updated 02/13/2020
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Heard a lot of reliability issues with the Fiat brand. With 6000 miles in..it's been flawless. Super fun to drive for the money. If you are looking for a weekend/2nd car..then this is it! Wish it had 200+hp and hardtop roof option, other than that, I love the car!
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2nd car to my Maserati
Bill D., 04/24/2019
updated 10/26/2021
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have an older Maserati 2 seater convertible and have always had exotic 2 seaters, the first a Facel Vega HK 500. I was considering a used Ferrari but the things have gotten to be like Ford Mustangs, they just keep getting bigger and bigger...now they're huge and just too way too much electronics. I wanted a simple sports car that was fun to drive and had a decent clutch and 5 or 6 speed transmission with recaro seats and bun-warmers for starting out on cold days. A good stereo was also on my list as well as bright headlights. This thing met all those requirements and was available with adaptive headlights + a Bose 7 speaker stereo. It has a good cruise control and I use it for a daily driver. Will keep it, like all my cars, until I tire of looking at it - that is usually about 25 years. I still have by '93 Toyota Tacoma extend-cab. The Maserati is an '87. Wish I hadn't sold my '71 Triumph Daytona a few years ago, didn't ride anymore - but still miss just looking at it. After 2 years, I waited 14 months for the Abarth to be delivered with all my mods; a 6 speed, racing stripe, Recaros with bunwarmers and pinstripes, Momo steering wheel to match and all the perfect Abart goodies. Brembo brakes, Koni shocks, Borrani Exhaust, the Abarth wheels,sway bars and turbo charger. Time and again I was told by my Chrysler-Fiat dealer that my order had been lost by Abarth and I should take a Fiat 124 from the lot, but I said “No” and waited. All of the fussiness from Modena, the extra $3,000 for the pinstripe that cannot be waxed, or barely touched these are the things we love. And the soft red paint I ordered - it looks wonderful, but I have had to have three touchups already because of things that would normally not even left marks on hard paint at costs of over $2K each time. This is what makes a valuable collector car later on and runs a company out of business. Only about 500 of these were made in 3 years, a 10th were manual. Only 50 had the racing stripe. Guess how many had the racing stripe, were red and were manual? And had Recaro seats with bun warmers? Mine is a keeper and it will someday be sold at Mecum. Probably by my kid when I croak. In the meantime, I’m having fun. And it is not a Fiat…it’s an Abarth, at least mine is.
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Not a Beast, but she is a Sweetheart
Burt R, 08/17/2019
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Such a beautiful, tight, fun ride! While not a 'race car' (I didn't want a race car), turbo gives it plenty good spunk, when you want it. Have previously had a Corvette...and a BMW Z4..., and couldn't be happier with the Abarth. It is its own thing. Short-throw stick-shift is just right. The manual top takes less than 5 seconds, and ready to roll. Happy camper, here!
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Red Abarth is most fun!
Andrew, 09/26/2020
updated 04/01/2021
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love this car, and have used it to replace three motorcycles. I enjoy driving with top down (Southern California is all year), day or night. My wife and I find excuses to take it for a spin. People young and old complement it, and it has been flawless in a year of ownership. Thank you Mazda for making it, Fiat for designing it, and I love the turbo engine and gearbox, it non stop reliable fun.
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Great looking car and a blast!
TerryPS, 02/07/2021
updated 02/08/2024
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car, always get stares and people ask what is it? It's very fun to drive, fast, takes the curves and sexy car. No complaints really except for the electronics, nav system sucks and no apple CarPlay.
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Fun economy car
Carnut, 11/14/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Owned sports cars for over 50 yrs. and the one thing this car has is fun to drive and good fuel economy in one pkg. had a Maserati spyder and service sucked were as my local mechanic can work on this.
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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It’s Really Good
Califas, 11/09/2021
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Classica 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The car needs to be judged in the context of what it is. It’s supposed to be a light sports car. If you want a truck or a limo, it isn’t going to work for you. I have the no-option, manual transmission, basic Classica. As a sports car, it works. Headlights, wipers, shifting, HVAC, all good. The convertible top is stellar. The Fiat turbo engine is surprisingly likable. It has great torque at low RPMs and tops out at around 6500 and so it runs like a classic engine instead of a stressed-out peaky hi-rev motor. Much more relaxed and drivable in real world conditions but still more than quick. Utterly stable and changes direction without feeling twitchy. It didn’t cost much, Mazda reliability, and 30 mpg. Elegant on winding roads when Camaros and Mustangs feel bulky. Wouldn’t trade it for a Boxster.
Fun in the sun
Old car guy, 04/14/2021
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had almost every type of sports car and get more compliments on the little fiat then any other car and I’m in my 70s lol . All I here is a comparison between the 124 and other sports cars but the truth is all roadsters are sports cars but not all sports cars are roadsters. ( a small light weight convertible with a small engine) which rules out all but a few sports cars. I have read flaws on the car which happen to be Mazda flaws.it is also much easier to modify then a Mx5 which a lot of owners love. Enjoy and ignore what a lot of non owners say.
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2019 Abarth Worked
Ed, 07/04/2021
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
having Many fast cars including a Shelby cobra....Corvette's and so on this is with out a doubt the best of both words...my 2019 Abarth has an upgraded inner cooler...Turbo...Suspension up grades....Brembo Big brake kit...Goodwin racing exhaust with a high flow Exhaust. And I have to tell you it is a Rocket!!!!Love this Italian Stallion !!!
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Nice car, but be cautious
James, 02/01/2019
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
Nice looking car that caught my attention. Generally, I enjoy this car. However, Fiat and the dealer is incapable of addressing the thumping, creeping noise coming from the underside if the car. Both Fiat and the dealer state that they cannot diagnose the problem unless they hear the noise themselves. I have 5200 Mike's on the car. I guess Fiat will be able to make a proper diagnosis when the wheel falls off our something else that's more obvious happens. Basically, the customer support is [non-permissible content removed].
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Is this an 80k convertible
BART124, 05/05/2022
updated 03/27/2023
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have the Veleno edition. I live in Palm Springs, CA. where luxury sports cars are standard issue. When I roll up next to them, they always ask questions about my car. People always mistake my car for some exotic, expensive super car. No exaggeration! And it’s a great car to drive. UPDATE: Absolutely NOTHING to dislike unless you hate being stared at everyday and ask to answer questions about your car by lots of lookers. I have owned some very expensive BMW convertibles. I have one now. I live in a neighborhood where wealthy people drive Vettes, Porsches and Aston Martins. NO car gets the attention as my black 2018 Abarth 124 Spider Veleno. It's amazing. Although my car is FULLY optioned it's like 1/20 of what some of these other cars cost. I am the lucky one. And no repairs.
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A really Good Car
Peter B, 08/07/2021
updated 08/09/2024
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have a 2018 Lusso with manual transmission. Fun to drive, great millage, NO repair issues to date. At least once a week someone will tell me "I never knew Fiat offered a convertible . . . " The Fiat marketing folks should have spent more time marketing the cars than the aura of Fiat!. I think this is much better looking than the Miata, and when the turbo kicks in it feels and sounds great! This is truly missed opportunity for Fiat, and for those in the market for a rag-top roadster a real find! And, four years later it still is a fun car, I still get compliments on it's look, and NO PROBLEMS! Its just a fun to drive car.
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I’m in love
Damt76 , 04/30/2022
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Couldn’t expect anything more than what I received
Great style and fun for the money
scotto, 05/16/2023
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Classica 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a great little car. You get the durability of the Miata, but Italian style and ride quality.
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Abarth spider - no crawler
Andy spider, 02/25/2023
updated 02/28/2025
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased my abarth 124 spider 4 weeks ago, red with black hood & boot. I was looking for a second car something different, hadn't even thought of this model until my son suggested the abarth. We visited a local fiat dealer who had one that had just come in, not even valeted or cleaned. We looked at it, started it up, that was it - sold! The test drive was amazing. I love everything about the car, its beautiful, stylish, unusual, fast, no one else has one and sounds fantastic, also cheap to run. I didn't want a huge engined car, I've already got a 3ltr Audi so the 1400 turbo is ideal. My son loves it!! I've driven 2litre mx5 and they just don't come close to the abarth and everyone's got one! I can only recommend this beauty👌👌👌 2 years on, still loving the car, no issues at all with it, pity the U.K. roads are such a mess with pot holes , but that’s the mess we are in here 👌👌
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Beauty
Sgt Gabby, 08/02/2020
2018 FIAT 124 Spider Lusso 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Love the car but noticed the driver side Blind Spot Monitor did not work. $2000 to repair. Luckily manufacturer warranty covered it. But a 2 year old car??
Big mistake
Bob, 01/04/2019
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
8 of 140 people found this review helpful
Sounds good but that’s it
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Most fun car I've owned!! Very reliable!
JohnSha, 07/18/2024
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2018 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Car handles like a slot car, the 6 sp sick shifts very easy, engine has plenty of power once the engine is up on boost above 3k RPMS. Exhuast sound great, so much better than a Mazda Miata. Many people think its a Posche or Ferrari. Owned the car 2.5 years/14,000 miles and have had no repair other than regular preventative maintenance .
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Great affordable sports car
Gio Sailor , 03/11/2023
2019 FIAT 124 Spider Abarth 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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This is a great sports car in a relatively affordable price range. The styling is great (I think better than the Miata it is based on) and while it has the Fiat turbo engine, it has a lot of Mazda parts and is also Made in Japan so long term reliability could more similar to a Mazda. The main negatives are the pretty tight cabin and really small trunk, and to some extent the lack of power. But that aside it is a fun little convertible, quite responsive with decent performance. The engine runs out of steam pretty early on, but it has good mid range torque for city driving. It seemed undertired to me as it is easy to lose traction and to slide the car around. But that can be fun too. Ideally this car needed a bit more power at least for the performance Abarth version, but for the money it is good value. MPG is really good. Ride and noise is OK, a bit stiff and not a luxury ride. Close to a vintage roadster feel overall, which is what it was designed to be.
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