[{"id": 14411841, "authorName": "Markindy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markindy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing condition for a Fiat of this vintage. If a 124 only has minor rust, it's usually still on the production line. At the age of 16, I took my driving test in my parent's '78 131. I really liked that car...my parent's hated it because it got lousy gas mileage. Wish I had the room for another toy.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1715388859, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14411977, "authorName": "mustachetrading", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mustachetrading/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by mustachetrading", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715390129, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14412008, "authorName": "Hammerman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hammerman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I own its Russian cousin a 1974 Lada 2101. Sweet little car. @Markindy you were lucky to drive in a 131. Rare car now and would love to have one.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715390441, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412035, "authorName": "Coolvintage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coolvintage/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice original example, we used to own the TC model which had the 1600 twin cam engine both version in auto and 4 speed. GLWA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715390709, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412197, "authorName": "sonosml", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sonosml/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love this!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715392841, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412277, "authorName": "RC_in_Ca", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rc_in_ca/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@coolvintage. The twincam equipped versions are beasts. Completely misjudged in the day, not giving away what was under the hood.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715394148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412427, "authorName": "mikeroten", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikeroten/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bobrk", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715396502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412626, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lovely 124. What engine did it orinally have?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715401273, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412909, "authorName": "fxx.pilot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fxx.pilot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@David_P If this is the 1400 engine of the Special, it's a 1438 cc block, but my data say it would have 70 hp, not 75 hp. Originally, this car had a 1197 cc block with 60 hp. \r\n\r\nIt looks like the seat covers are redone, and originally were vinyl (like the door cards that seem authentic). But the fit and stitching pattern are perfect. Cudos for the excellent state that this car is in!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715419175, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412964, "authorName": "SVA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "European Car of the Year and a great rally heritage. Love this colour combination. GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715423691, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14412996, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My favorite part you ask?\r\n\r\nWhy, the ash tray flip ups in the door cards, of course!\r\n\r\nGood morning and welcome to a full day one!\r\n\r\nThis Fiat is so cool, and is really quite nice to drive. \r\n\r\nInitially I thought it would lag on power, but it\u2019s put together and smooth, and makes good power through the RPM range. As practical as it is, the subtleties of originality scream \u201candiamo a fare un giro\u201d and you WANT to just hop in, cram the 3 kids in the back and head to the Creamery in Newtown for an ice cream. \r\n\r\nEnjoi!\r\n\r\nHere to answer any and all questions. Have a great Mother\u2019s Day Weekend all. \r\n\r\n-MoMM", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1715425260, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14413246, "authorName": "Rscattolini1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rscattolini1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I own a 1971 same color but twin cam they are a blast to drive very roomy perfect weekend car, GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715431148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14413591, "authorName": "gastello", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gastello/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thought it was a Zhiguli Kopeika at first glance! An iconic vehicle from a bygone era in more ways than one. Perfect for a weekend getaway to the dacha :)", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1715435068, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14414485, "authorName": "ArchSail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/archsail/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice clean Fiat. Are these and the 128s (if you can find a nice one) becoming the \"poor\" man's Giulia?\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715443037, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14419941, "authorName": "IIIVV", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/iiivv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MOMM even you can make a Fiat with extra doors shine man!!!! What a lil gem you have for us here and of course\u2026..NR!\r\n\r\nGreat one MOMM!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715470750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14421143, "authorName": "neilpierson25", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neilpierson25/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love the great colors and simplicity. Designed by a second grader? 3 boxes, 2 headlights, 4 wheels. Done.\n\nOkay, a very talented second grader.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1715494825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14422170, "authorName": "meccano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meccano/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Last year while on vacation with my wife in Taormina Sicily a local artisan selling goods at a rest stop had a similar vintage 124 as his transportation of the same color in great original condition. He looked old enough to be the original owner too. He was charging a couple euros to allow pictures taken of the car, cashing in on the opportunity. As a youngster, the 124 was the spark for my first fiat, a 128 and my next a 131, similar concept both 2 with doors and navy blue, to this day my favorite color for a car. Beautiful car. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715525751, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14423236, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@meccano\r\n\r\nYou sure it wasn't 2020? :)\r\n\r\nSo I forgot to highlight this VERY cool fact here in my initial write up, but until it was imported by my friend here in CT, this Fiat was under SINGLE ownership up until 2020/21\r\n\r\nHemmings featured it for sale, and in an ensuing write up!\r\n\r\nRead Here: https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2020/07/11/well-preserved-single-owner-1969-fiat-124-captures-a-fleeting-moment-in-time\r\n\r\nThe original owner side is what prompted my friend to purchase this. He fell in love, and couldn't get over how well kept and tidy the interior was, too.\r\n\r\nCheers!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715533147, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14438336, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Three days remain folks.\r\n\r\nPlease note the recent service where a new clutch was installed. \r\n\r\nReady for summer cruising!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715685962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14448206, "authorName": "Chucky-T", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chucky-t/", "bidAmount": 3100, "content": "$3,100 bid placed by Chucky-T", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715776788, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14457857, "authorName": "Deandoug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deandoug/", "bidAmount": 3250, "content": "$3,250 bid placed by Deandoug", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715867534, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14459478, "authorName": "dangparker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dangparker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this with the 4 or 5 speed?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715879165, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14460981, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dangparker 4 speed", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715883761, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14464942, "authorName": "Deandoug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deandoug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've had three 124 sedans since my first new car, 1972 124 Special. One Wagon and 2-Sedans. I'd love to go cruising in this vehicle.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715900558, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14466700, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Less than 12 hours to go on this super nice 124 Sedan!\r\n\r\nBest of luck in the final two minutes today for those that are bidding, it is a NO RESERVE auction, so high bid will be taking her home!!!\r\n\r\nThanks all\r\n\r\n-MoMM", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715944013, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14467273, "authorName": "brakeservo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brakeservo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow - I just saw this auction. I had a couple nearly 50 years ago - great fun to drive and also a great way to learn do it yourself auto repairs!!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1715953509, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14467703, "authorName": "Fiatplus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fiatplus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are great cars. To find one in this kind of condition is a real treat.\r\n\r\nI guaranty the new custodian won't be able to go anywhere without hearing folks screaming \"LADA!!\" out of their windows, or gathering a crowd any place they park.\r\nI live in a California coastal town and drove by a local Woodies show. When we stopped to turn around my car was surrounded by tourists, ignoring the Woodies. Last time I was at Yosemite, tourists would flock from the views to check out the car in the parking lot.\r\n\r\nMy 1968 has over 480,000 miles, and my 1974 twin cam automatic is currently my daily driver. Made in an era of simple boxy sedans, with more interior room and cargo space than any other. No wonder they won the European car of the year awards.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1715957359, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14468052, "authorName": "dangparker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dangparker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What's this like on the freeway & longer all day road trips? I'm in California, wold be driving this up and down I5 for 500 miles at a time. Can it hold it's own sitting at 75mph? Thoughts on long term durability?\r\n\r\nLove the car! Would look nice next to my '66 500F", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715960467, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14468297, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dangparker\r\nQuite smooth and peppy. The owners taken her on some nice long drives up to western MA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715962295, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14468332, "authorName": "Acobalt964", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acobalt964/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Take a close look at the speedo for your answer.\r\nThe red lines are shift points in each gear. Red line in fourth is less than 100 kilometers per hour, so less than 60 MPH top speed. I have had so many early Fiats and Abarths over the years. All were geared for climbing the Alps, not the Mille Miglia!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715962603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14468352, "authorName": "dangparker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dangparker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@acobalt964 I thought that was when you shift into 4th, not redline. That's how it is on my 500 anyways", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715962747, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14468605, "authorName": "Citabria98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/citabria98/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beats the hell out of the \u201cCybertruck\u201d. The younger folks do not know what they missed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715964305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14469408, "authorName": "Chucky-T", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chucky-t/", "bidAmount": 3350, "content": "$3,350 bid placed by Chucky-T", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715968100, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14470000, "authorName": "Rick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the radio lurking somewhere? What is a \"special\" 1400 motor?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715970646, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14471452, "authorName": "Deandoug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deandoug/", "bidAmount": 3550, "content": "$3,550 bid placed by Deandoug", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715975565, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14471936, "authorName": "pWade", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwade/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by pWade", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715977185, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14472105, "authorName": "Deandoug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deandoug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've had three 124 sedans. 56 mph is about it for long hauls. It is just a push rod engine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715977855, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14472193, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Deandoug you need more downhill drives in your life :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715978244, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14472347, "authorName": "JoeKran", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joekran/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by JoeKran", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715978829, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14473427, "authorName": "igoldin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/igoldin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Acobalt964 it's the 3-4 gear shift marker, not \"redline\". Don't take word redline literally, it only applies to tachometers.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1715982324, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14473470, "authorName": "igoldin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/igoldin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Deandoug Although not the fastest by modern standards, it's not a pushrod engine.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1715982458, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14473982, "authorName": "JeffreyAgman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffreyagman/", "bidAmount": 5511, "content": "$5,511 bid placed by JeffreyAgman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715984095, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14474283, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Less than 20 minutes remain!\r\n\r\nSomeone will be going home with a very nice Fiat this evening!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715985289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14474450, "authorName": "Thenose2707", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thenose2707/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by Thenose2707", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715986129, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14474465, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Remember to refresh your browsers in the final two minutes!\r\n\r\nGood luck! Go get em !!! NO RESERVE", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715986204, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14474477, "authorName": "Brown_BMW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brown_bmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "that steering wheel is sick", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715986262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14474483, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It\u2019s a super comfy wheel. And it teleports you back in time!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715986306, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14474494, "authorName": "Thenose2707", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thenose2707/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 5/17/24 for $6,000 to Thenose2707", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1715986380, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 14474541, "authorName": "ModenaOnMyMind (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/modenaonmymind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice pickup @Thenose2707\r\n\r\nI\u2019ll be in touch in a few!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1715986654, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14474866, "authorName": "Fiatplus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fiatplus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@deandoug & @acobalt964\n\nI have no idea where you guys dreamed up such slow top speeds. Both of mine will cruise at well over the posted speed limits.\nWikipedia says \"Fiat advertised a top speed of over 150 km/h (93 mph)\". I can attest it's true, and the fuel mileage at that speed for extended periods in my 1197 cc is well over 40 mpg.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1715990255, "type": "comment"}]