Fiat Abarth 130tc
It needs a home, here is a chance to own a truely rare little fiat. The Iconic 130tc. Based on the Strada/Ritmo, it was hijacked by Abarth and a 132 series Twin Cam with cams, headers, and twin carbs was stuffed under the hood to bring the Anemic Ritmo/Strada 65 up to a screaming 130hp. This was the car that won the Hot Hatch wars in the 80s for all out speed and handling. but could never match the germans for quality.
If I had the cash, I would be all over it
fanfoy
HalfDork
8/25/13 2:55 p.m.
You guys really need to learn french. Around here we have tons of those oddball Euro compacts. I saw a 130tc that photographed as well as the one on eBay for sale a few months ago on the local CL. The owner wanted 4k and it stayed for sale for ever.
While I was looking for the ad, I found this Fiat 126p
the 126 is cool.. but I always wanted the TC130. One of the last true Abarths.. totally mad an not at all utillitarian as the recaros kept people out of the back seat
If I had the money for that, I'd be all over it - a friend of mine in Germany had one when they were fairly new used cars and I still have fond memories of it.
fanfoy
HalfDork
8/25/13 9:51 p.m.
And here is another one that just popped up today.
A 1985 Innocenti Turbo.
Wow, that thing is sweet. Are the holes in the seats for harnesses? Oh, and I love the "Buy It Now" price.
Time to move to Quebec and get some cool Fiats! My folks live across the river in Ottawa...hmmm...
You guys could make a few bucks by buying up these awesomely sweet Canada-only imports, keeping them in good condition, and selling them in the US once they hit 25-years old.