I've been "jonesing" for an Abarth ever since I drove one. It seems that there are plenty of used one's at reasonable prices.
In your opinions what are the car's weak points?? Your input is greatly appreciated.
This question is better answered on the Fiat 500 forum http://www.fiat500usaforum.com/forum.php
With that said, I have owned an Abarth for almost 3 years and love it. It is fun to drive to work and at the track. The car has been reliable but there are some problems, most cosmetic. The badges have been known to flack, The rear washer drips after using, the rockers can come loose if the car is lifted wrong. These type of problems I ignore.
Real problems. The rear lifts up when you hit the brakes hard at very high speeds (track conditions). I have burned out the Electronic Stability control sensors twice. So far under warranty. The radio is poor even with the Bose upgrade./ The Perillis 17 inch Tires do not handle well.
Those are my biggest complaints. I would buy the car again.
PS. There is no back seat.
37,000 miles on my 2013 Abarth, no issues with mine.
As mentioned, some folks have had some minor problems, but my car has not had any. I've autocrossed (on upgraded 17 inch wheels and Dunlop Direzza tires) for the past two years with it, and again, no issues there. My original Pirelli tires (stock 16 inch wheels)have about 34,000 miles, and are about due to be replaced, although some owners report their cars have eaten these tires up in as little as 12,000 miles.
For such a small car, the turning radius is not as small as I'd like, and the 34mpg or so isn't 40 like some cars, and I agree the back seat is not very roomy for more than small children, but I still love it.
I'm on the above linked FIAT500USA forum also, and I think most Abarth owners there would echo what you've seen here, plus you'll meet all the folks that love to mod their cars, upgrade the air intake, intercoolers, use other tuning stuff, etc.
I've been "jonesing" for an Abarth ever since I drove one. It seems that there are plenty of used one's at reasonable prices.
In your opinions what are the car's weak points?? Your input is greatly appreciated.
These items sound similiar to the "old Fiat" type of problems. Strong drive trains but some niggling little issues that really shouldn't occur.
Overall not bad compared to the recalls of other manufacturers. I really appreciate everyone's feedback.
Tim, to your knowledge is it difficult to remove door panels?