124 (1966 to 2020)

The Fiat 124 family—encompassing both the vintage Sport Spider/Coupe (1966–1985) and the Mazda-based modern Spider (2016–2020)—represents a high-engagement pillar of the 2026 Australian market, with classic RHD-converted Spiders often fetching between $35,000 and $55,000, while the newer "Fiata" models typically trade from $28,000 to $45,000 AUD. Its desirability is uniquely split: the heritage models are prized for their elegant Pininfarina and Bertone lines and the "twin-cam" Lampredi engine, whereas the modern 124 Spider is targeted for its turbocharged 1.4L MultiAir torque and more compliant "grand tourer" suspension compared to the donor MX-5. The buyer pool in Australia is a dedicated community of Italian car aficionados and open-top touring enthusiasts who specifically seek out the rarer, Australian-delivered Abarth 124 Spider (which was the only variant officially sold here from 2016) for its aggressive Monza exhaust and Brembo braking package. Locally, a 2026 "investment-grade" 124 is defined by a lack of structural rust in the vintage examples or, for the modern Spiders, a verified history of major timing belt services and low-kilometre "Launch Edition" provenance, making them a more characterful and liquid alternative to the more ubiquitous Japanese roadsters.

The Fiat 124 family—encompassing both the vintage Sport Spider/Coupe (1966–1985) and the Mazda-based modern Spider (2016–2020)—represents a high-engagement pillar of the 2026 Australian market, with classic RHD-converted Spiders often fetching between $35,000 and $55,000, while the newer "Fiata" models typically trade from $28,000 to $45,000 AUD. Its desirability is uniquely split: the heritage models are prized for their elegant Pininfarina and Bertone lines and the "twin-cam" Lampredi engine, … Read more