New Member, NC

[kurtiswayne78]

Hi All.

Just bought my first Spider a few weeks ago and can't wait to get started on the restore. She's a 78 in pretty good shape. Just needs some TLC. I'm starting on it this weekend with my dad. He has been doing paint and body professionally for about the last 30 years. He's going to help make her real pretty.

I've been looking at parts and making my wish list and was wondering if anyone had any feedback on the dash and console covers I've been seeing. They are way cheaper than the full dash but I wanted to hear first hand how they look and fit. Any suggestions out there?

thanks!

[narfire]

Hi there,wecome to fiats.
You'll find the cars a bit tempremental at times but are also very capable of long distance drives.
If you are not in a panic about parts like your dash,take a bit of time and have a look at craigs list in your area for cars being parted out, they might be rusty but have a great dash. The parts for sale here sometimes might have bits you'll need to finish the car off nicely without having to go new.
Good luck,you'll have fun sourcing parts as much as working on the car.
Nice you have the expert help in the bodywork.

[mdrburchette]

Welcome to the forum. What part of NC are you from? I'm in the Winston-Salem area. As far as dash and console caps, I hear they can lift and warp. I went ahead and bought repadded ones and paid premium price for them. I haven't been sorry. Make sure you post pics of your car when you have a chance.

[ga.spyder]

Welcome to the site.My car has the caps on them,and they look just fine.I didnt install them,the prev. owner did,so I cant give you any tips on making them look good.I live on the NC/Ga. border.Where are you in NC?
Craig

[mbouse]

welcome...please post pictures.

enjoy that '78. my wife loves hers.

use enough silicon and those console covers won't come off!

[rlux4]

Hi, and welcome to the forum. Yes, we'd love to see pictures of your new car.
Ron

[kurtiswayne78]

Welcome to the forum. What part of NC are you from? I'm in the Winston-Salem area. As far as dash and console caps, I hear they can lift and warp. I went ahead and bought repadded ones and paid premium price for them. I haven't been sorry. Make sure you post pics of your car when you have a chance.

I'm in Winston-Salem! Someone at work told me there were some Fiat guys around here. Sweet! What model do you have?

[rlux4]

I'm in Winston-Salem! Someone at work told me there were some Fiat guys around here. Sweet! What model do you have?

This aught to be good!
Ron

[ga.spyder]

I think the question would be what model dont you have Or maybe,how many of each model do you have!
Craig

[mdrburchette]

Isn't that awesome! You need to hook up with the local car club. We meet the second Tuesday of each month at Hot Shots on Stratford Rd right in front of the BB&T building.
Now, onto the models I have:
Here is a pic of my 1972 Spider at the beginning of the Moonshine Rally in Elkin, NC. We have several events year round that you'll enjoy, including tech sessions, junk yard jaunts, autocrosses and drives:


This one is my 1971 Spider that I drive regularly. I especially have fun with it on the track at VIR:


This one is my 1986 X19 I bought in July. It's an all original car with 35k miles and it's a fun little car to drive:


This one is my 1978 24 hours of Lemons racecar. A bunch of us were going to drive it in the Kershaw, SC event but we developed an engine knock right before loading it on the trailer. We were devastated!


This one is my SCCA X19 F-Prod racer. We're in the process of making room for it in the shop so we can get it race ready for next year. That ought to be a blast!


I have a few others not worth mentioning laying around for parts and restoration projects. Email me for contact information and I'll let you know more of what's going on in our area. 2010 promises to be a Fiat filled year with the Fiat Freakout coming to NC in July. spyderlady71@yahoo.com

[mdrburchette]

Dang Craig! You posted right before I did. Today's going to be a perfect Fiat day. Which one of yours are you taking out for a drive?

[racydave]

Welcome to the Forum. Denise has the parts depot and garages for all things Fiat. We enjoyed the Dixie-Fest last summer, its a beautifull town. I learned that a helmet is required for driving on 64! We will be attending the Fiat Freakout http://fiatlanciaunlimited.org/ Finished cars are not required as we like em all! I have attended without my Fiat, but is not as much fun!

[ga.spyder]

Why...I will be drivin' both,of course!!