1st Oct, 2023 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1979 Fiat 124 Spider
Finished in Azzuro Blue over Biscuit
Registration - ERC 562T
Chassis No - 124CSZD158201
M.O.T. - September 2024
Odometer - 15,176
This very pretty Spider has self-evidently been the subject of some relatively recent restoration, and the vendor informs us that this included a full respray of the body, a total retrim, and the replacement of the beige hood, bumpers and brake pads. A lefthand drive example, the Fiat was apparently imported from Santa Clara, California in 1993, since when it’s had three UK keepers, the most recent of whom acquired the car in 2015. The vendor nowadays considers the 2.0-litre twin-cam engine, five-speed manual gearbox, convertible bodywork, Ferrari Azzuro (metallic blue) paintwork, and beige vinyl upholstery to all be in ‘good’ order. We understand that the last service was conducted within the last 12 months and confirm the car’s tidy four-spoke alloy wheels are shod with quality tyres – Goodyear on the front and Yokohamas on the rear. This fine-looking Fiat is now being sold complete with Pioneer sound system and a degree of history.
Fiat’s handsome 2+2 124 Sport Spider made its debut at the 1966 Turin Salon. The Ferrari 275 GTS-esque newcomer was styled and manufactured by Pininfarina and based on a shortened version of the popular 124 Saloon platform. Targeted at the American market, the newcomer was powered by a belt-driven DOHC version of the saloon’s four-cylinder pushrod unit, complete with alloy crossflow head. Initially 1438cc in size, it grew in stages over 20 years to 1995cc, taking the power output from 89bhp to 104bhp respectively (133bhp in the case of the 1995cc turbo engine). The engine drove through either an all synchromesh five-speed manual gearbox or a General Motors three-speed automatic unit. Suspension was independent at the front by wishbones and coil springs, and by live axle, Panhard rod and coil springs at the rear. Braking was powerful courtesy of discs all-round and the steering was initially by worm and roller, but eventually rack and pinion. The model line finally ceased in 1985 after almost 200,000 Spiders had been produced – 75 per cent of which were destined for the American market.
In summary:
- Imported from California in 1993, since when it’s had three keepers
- The subject of recent restoration and maintenance
- A well-presented example of a sought after model
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £10,406
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - ERC 562T
Chassis No - 124CSZD158201
M.O.T. - September 2024
Odometer - 15,176
This very pretty Spider has self-evidently been the subject of some relatively recent restoration, and the vendor informs us that this included a full respray of the body, a total retrim, and the replacement of the beige hood, bumpers and brake pads. A lefthand drive example, the Fiat was apparently imported from Santa Clara, California in 1993, since when it’s had three UK keepers, the most recent of whom acquired the car in 2015. The vendor nowadays considers the 2.0-litre twin-cam engine, five-speed manual gearbox, convertible bodywork, Ferrari Azzuro (metallic blue) paintwork, and beige vinyl upholstery to all be in ‘good’ order. We understand that the last service was conducted within the last 12 months and confirm the car’s tidy four-spoke alloy wheels are shod with quality tyres – Goodyear on the front and Yokohamas on the rear. This fine-looking Fiat is now being sold complete with Pioneer sound system and a degree of history.
Fiat’s handsome 2+2 124 Sport Spider made its debut at the 1966 Turin Salon. The Ferrari 275 GTS-esque newcomer was styled and manufactured by Pininfarina and based on a shortened version of the popular 124 Saloon platform. Targeted at the American market, the newcomer was powered by a belt-driven DOHC version of the saloon’s four-cylinder pushrod unit, complete with alloy crossflow head. Initially 1438cc in size, it grew in stages over 20 years to 1995cc, taking the power output from 89bhp to 104bhp respectively (133bhp in the case of the 1995cc turbo engine). The engine drove through either an all synchromesh five-speed manual gearbox or a General Motors three-speed automatic unit. Suspension was independent at the front by wishbones and coil springs, and by live axle, Panhard rod and coil springs at the rear. Braking was powerful courtesy of discs all-round and the steering was initially by worm and roller, but eventually rack and pinion. The model line finally ceased in 1985 after almost 200,000 Spiders had been produced – 75 per cent of which were destined for the American market.
In summary:
- Imported from California in 1993, since when it’s had three keepers
- The subject of recent restoration and maintenance
- A well-presented example of a sought after model
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 1st Oct, 2023
Our October auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes.
Viewing Days:
Saturday 30th September, 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1st October, 9am - 12 noon
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