New member from Atlanta

[kmac33]

The family Fiat is finally getting passed on to me. She is a 1974 Spider that my dad has owned since new. I have wanted this car for as long as I can remember. I tried to talk my dad into letting me have her for my 16th birthday (24 years ago)without success. It took 24 years longer than I wanted it to, but I learned this past weekend that he is ready to pass ownership of this classic car to me. I just have to find some time in the next week or two to head down to Florida and pick her up.
She is red (as all Italian cars should be!), black interior with about 85K original miles. She is in overall good condition with just some TLC needed to get her back into showroom shape. Primary issues are wood wear and carpet wear.
I look forward to getting to know fellow forum members that can help me to keep this beautiful car running and looking as good as she deserves to. And of course I want to make sure her performance potential is maximized.

Thanks,
Kevin

[So Cal Mark]

welcome! Your patience has paid off. I'm sure it will be well worth the wait. Post some pics once you get the car

[rlux4]

Your Dad sounds very sensible. My 14 year old daughter is already asking if she can have my car when she turns 16. I don't think so! Maybe when she's 40 I'll let her have it.
Give us some pictures when you get her home.
Welcome to the forum.
Ron

[Spiddy]

You are one lucky guy!!!!

[mbouse]

Kevin,

Better find time to go down there real soon, or i will in your place. think your dad will notice the resemblence?

[kristoj]

The best things in life are worth waiting for. Congratulations, and welcome to the site!

[ghelber]

Congratulation's in order! Your Dad is a wise man as @ sixteen your respect for the car would have been nothing as it is today. My son has been trying to get my Spider for over 15 years but he will not be as lucky as you because he will have to wait wor the will;-)
Enjoy!!!

[kmac33]

Reservation is set to fly down to FL next weekend and pick up the Spider. Thanks to other posts and links on the forum, it has been very easy to track down the few parts I already know I need to replace to bring this car back to mint condition. I can't wait to finally get my hands on it!

Kevin

[ga.spyder]

Hey Kevin ,another Georgia Fiat.....YES!! I live in Blairsville ,so when your ready to run the mountains let me know,and Ill guide through some awesome curves.I have some contacts with mechanics and part sources in Atl.Just send me a pm if I can help with anything.At this rate we might be able to bring the FLU Atl. chapter back to life.This is the place to go for advise on these cars,The people are helpful and knowledgeable.
Good luck ,Craig

[KRegester]

Welcome Kevin;
I am just up the road between Lawrenceville and Snellville
Mine is up on stands while I rebuild the suspension and brakes after that I wil attack the body.