Rust!
Electronic ignition started to pack up in hot weather.
A good, reliable car. Twin cam engine was a strong, reliable unit.
Simple car to service yourself.
Loads of fun to drive.
I bought my 131 mkII Super Brava (1982) in 1992 at 62,000ks for $7000 (Aus).It has no rust, original paint (white) and factory a/c (I fitted from a wreck).AT 190,000ks the 2litre engine has not had any major work done (still on original head gasket).I keep the oil, filters and coolant in fresh condition as much as pos. Only problem was the original ECU (ignition) in the heat, replaced with GMH copy, sorted.It still drives very well and is as keen as ever doing 170kph or more!I have no intention of parting with it as it has become a great 2nd car now that we have a '92 ALFA 164,could be the start of another long and meaningful relationship... April '05.
Yes a great car for its day and a very viable everyday classic. I drove one from Melbourne to Sydney and back with 5 up. A sweet low mileage car, not even a TC, it handled 140kph all the way. I recall very tidy predictable handling. There aren't any left in NZ now due to rust, but grab one if you live in a dry country, They are solidly built and easy to service, and little bit special. Interiors have that cool glovebox, but godawful plastics. An interesting car, but not as good as a 125.
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