1997 Fiat Barchetta

Basic information and history

Domestically sold Fiat Barchetta from 1997 with barely 121070km on the odometer. Over the years, the car has only had 8 owners, of which 6 are users and 2 are dealers. Previous owner was chairman of the Maserati Club for several years and current owner bought the car as a fun summer car. It has been used sparingly and well taken care of over the years.

1. Domestically sold Fiat Barchetta from 1997 with barely 121070km on the odometer
2. A lot of fun for the money
3. Sparingly used

Equipped with a 1.7-liter petrol four of approx. 130hp/165nm coupled to a 5-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive.

Condition

The car comes in a nice condition for its age and mileage. Some parts of the body have received a new clear coat when it was released. Today, the car has also been fully inspected with furniture washing, polished and had paint protection done. To raise the overall impression even more, the car has received a new cab hood in beige installed by Alfa Bilklädsel and more modern Fiat rims. The front has some small stone chips, but otherwise the paintwork and body are stainless and fine. The glass panes are in very good condition. Moldings, lamp lenses and emblems are described as being in good condition. The rims are in good condition, but the right front rim has minor scratches. Tires in very good condition.

The interior is described as being in very good condition. The chairs have coped well with typical wear and tear such as tears and marks in the side supports. Door sides and door sills in normal condition considering age. Steering wheel, buttons and controls in good condition with only a little wear on the gear lever knob. All functions and electronics in the passenger compartment work as they should.

The condition of the engine is described as very good as well. In 2021 new discs and pads were fitted and in 2022 the rear brake hoses were changed.

Service history

The previous owner was a mechanic and has carried out the following service on the vehicle since 2016. Despite the service work carried out below, the current owner informs that a major service including pins would be good to perform. Service history as follows:

1. May 2016 @91320km - Oil and oil filter
2. September 2017 @97956km - oil and oil filter
3. June 2018 @99752km - Timing belt, water pump, fuel filter
4. October 2018 @102138km - Oil filter and oil (5W40 Midland)
5. September 2019 @106206km - Oil filter and oil (5W40 Midland)
6. September 2020 @109235km - Oil filter and oil (5W40 Midland)
7. June 2021 @111777km - Brake discs and rear brake pads
8. September 2021 @112867km - Oil filter and oil (5W30 Midland)
9. July 2022 - Replacement rear brake hoses
10. Juni 2024 - Oil change

Last inspection was carried out on 2024-04-10.

Summary

Well maintained Italian summer car that has been praised for its fun character! Perfect economic cab that offers great fun.