1974 Fiat X1/9 Stock, no radio, no air review from North America
"A time-capsule example is not fair for comparison"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After a 25-year nap in a Toronto warehouse there was rust in the gas tank. I've doubled up the fuel filters and strained it out. The fuel tank leaks, from the sender, and I have to stay at 1/2 tank or I'll drip. I'll try to have a professional repair on that this year.
I had a heater valve fail and drop coolant into the passenger foot well, but it was replaced for about $25.00.
I get wonderful motoring pleasure from this car. I treasure it.
General comments?
The handling is awesome, it is nailed to the road.
Not a lot of power, but at 2,000lbs, how much do you need.
I've got after-market rims and wide tires that soften and smooth out the ride I'm sure. I have the original tires and rims with plenty of rubber remaining on them.
My drivers door is a little quirky, sticky, and perhaps I'll have it adjusted. No rust, at all.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 19000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 26000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Capri |
| Date of Entry | 27th March, 2003 |