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1978 Fiat 124 Spider 2-door convertible

The 124 Spider is listed from 1968 (chassis type 124AS) through 1978. The chart lists the 1979-80 cars as the 2000 Spider.
Confidence 95% Engine codes: 132A1.040.5 (Federal), 132A1.031.5 (California). Year from the North American model-identification chart; European-market cars share these serial numbers.
124CS10126001
1756 cc DOHC
Engine
2-door convertible
Body
Emissions Era
Era

Source: NICB VIN manuals 1975-81; Fiat North America model-identification charts.

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1978 Fiat 124 Spider

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Model Code 124CS1 124 Spider
Serial Number 0126001 Unit #0126001

Basic Information

MakeFiat
Model124 Spider
Year1978
Body Style2-door convertible
ManufacturerFiat
EraEmissions Era

Engine & Details

Engine1756 cc DOHC, carburetor
Pattern SourceFiat

Original Specifications

Length163 in (4,141 mm)
Width63.5 in (1,613 mm)
Height49.2 in (1,250 mm)
Wheelbase89.7 in (2,281 mm)

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)