- Paperback: 80 pages
- Publisher: Motorbooks (Jan 31 1998)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1870979990
- ISBN-13: 978-1870979993
- Product Dimensions: 26.1 x 21.1 x 0.9 cm
- Shipping Weight: 322 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,351,755 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The engaging and successful Coupe version of Fiat's 124 saloon (1966-1975) and its Spider stablemate (1966-1982). The book traces the two models from the early 1400cc cars through the most recent Pinnifarina-badged Spider, including US and Abarth versions, and gives advice on buying and running these cars today.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Basic intro to the History of the Spider,
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This review is from: Fiat 124 Spider & Coupe (Paperback)
This is a book for Fiat 124 beginners. It gives a basic historical background (albeit from a British point-of-view - 124 Spiders are quite rare in England, and the author's advice and opinion reflect that fact). There is no mechanical or other such advice in the book. It is a pretty, picture laden coffee table book for those interested in the story of Fiat's 124 Spider. Special note: many of the figures and "facts" presented in the book are disputed by other authorities, especially those in the business of selling Fiat Spider parts. No one, it seems, is able to agree on things like whether the turbo model was sold in production year 1982 or how many were made, etc. Take all "facts" presented with a grain of salt, especially if you use any of this information as the basis for beginning a Fiat Spider collection.
4.0 out of 5 stars
A great overview of the cars and their history,
By Bill Schenck (corinne@dynasty.net) (Evansville, Indiana) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Fiat 124 Spider & Coupe (Paperback)
Finding almost any literature about FIAT that is both positive and in English is difficult at best, however this book is a welcome break from that situation. If you have a passing interest in this mark, then this book will be appreciated. If you have a true interest in FIAT, then this book is like a good Italian meal, delicious to enjoy, but leaving you with a great desire for more. I only wish it was about three times greater in length.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
A great overview of the cars and their history,
By Bill Schenck (corinne@dynasty.net) - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Fiat 124 Spider & Coupe (Paperback)
Finding almost any literature about FIAT that is both positive and in English is difficult at best, however this book is a welcome break from that situation. If you have a passing interest in this mark, then this book will be appreciated. If you have a true interest in FIAT, then this book is like a good Italian meal, delicious to enjoy, but leaving you with a great desire for more. I only wish it was about three times greater in length.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Basic intro to the History of the Spider,
By Michael J. Corbin - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Fiat 124 Spider & Coupe (Paperback)
This is a book for Fiat 124 beginners. It gives a basic historical background (albeit from a British point-of-view - 124 Spiders are quite rare in England, and the author's advice and opinion reflect that fact). There is no mechanical or other such advice in the book. It is a pretty, picture laden coffee table book for those interested in the story of Fiat's 124 Spider. Special note: many of the figures and "facts" presented in the book are disputed by other authorities, especially those in the business of selling Fiat Spider parts. No one, it seems, is able to agree on things like whether the turbo model was sold in production year 1982 or how many were made, etc. Take all "facts" presented with a grain of salt, especially if you use any of this information as the basis for beginning a Fiat Spider collection.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Decent history of a great car...,
By Joshgoreworks - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Fiat 124 Spider & Coupe (Paperback)
I am tech geek so normally I prefer a more challenging read than the simple history of a make or model. That being said, I enjoyed this book, maybe because it came free when I bought my Spider, or maybe because it has great color pictures.The most likely reason I enjoyed this book is because it paints a clear picture as to how this great car came about, its changes, special models, and eventual death. 20+ years RIP Josh |
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