The Fiat Dino Spider Gives a New Perspective

When Ferrari wanted to race in Formula 2 with its new V6 engine named after Enzo Ferrari's son Dino, the company faced a problem. They needed to build enough cars to satisfy the homologation rules, so Ferrari turned to Fiat for help. A deal was struck with Fiat to build the Dino Coupe and Spider, and with this, Ferrari got its chance to compete in Formula 2.

Danny Soukup always loved the way the Dino Spider looked, so for decades he worked his way into a position to buy the car of his dreams. There is a lot of history surrounding Fiat and Ferrari during the time period of this car, and Danny gives us a look into this as well as the design, thoughts, and inner workings of a Fiat Dino Spider. He also shares the new perspective into life that his car has given him.

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[jazun]

Some people delight in filling this world with things of beauty. The makers of this car and the makers of this video are just a few of these precious souls. Thank you.

[eckows]

Wow, I love what he said at the end of the video. That after obsessing over the car for 20+ years, once he purchased it he realized there were more important things in life and that the car gave him a new perspective on life. I have my own obsession right now, so hopefully I will learn that lesson myself. Cheers!

[HellraisrLeeMarvin]

Here in Australia exactly 1 week ago, I was at an airport and one of these in yellow just like this one came driving through ...unbelievable.

[jonathangoforth]

Hey-thank you so much for posting this. I have been a Fiat afficionado for 45 years now, since I was sixteen and my best friend bought a '68 124 Spider. I've owned at least one Fiat since 1978; I started with a '69 124 Sport Coupe. The Dino Spider has always been my dream car. I, too, remember when they were around for ~$6500 (sometimes even less!!!), but like you, it might as well have been 6.5 million. At this point I doubt if I'll ever own a Dino-unless I win the lottery-but this most elegant video gives a bit of the feel of what it must be like. Again, thank you! And may we all give back!

[Kellsboro]

I've been smitten with these cars - in particular the Dino Spider with the wire wheels - since I can remember. It's nice to see an owner who appreciates his as much as one expects.

[Zrinko_Maloseja]

Gorgeous! The foggy road at the beginning is simply amazing.

[gabidin]

From my point of view this Dino is one of the most beautiful cabriolet cars in the world. Is just pure Italian body and soul. Nice to see it on the roads of California.

[georgeb]

The characteristic (and thrilling!) engine whine is partly chain but mostly the straight cut gears that take the drive from the crankshaft to the chainwheels . What a beautiful car- I regret selling my 2400 Spider.

[abesc]

I find it funny that he speaks of the Dino whether it be Ferrari or Fiat should not have a Ferrari badge. Then he tacked on a license plate frame that says Ferrari on it and the car has a Ferrari badge aft of the gear lever.

[billshuey]

This video brings back memories of a 246 Dino from long ago, slow temperamental but loved.

[MattMaranMotoring]

Another outstanding Petrolicious video!

[thomaswschaller]

Absolutely love this car - And what a beautiful video - great work.

[ramos]

Hahaha the dialogue between him and his friend over the phone cracked me up, great video as always. 

[canam]

I LOVE my 1967 Dino 2 liter Alloy Spider #237 of the 1st 500 built to homologate the engine for F2. Later cars had a cast iron 2.4 liter engine. Had my Dino for over 30 years.

[johannes]

I always have loved that car. The Fiat Dino coupe is also very nice. 

[k.j.g.]

One of the cooler owners on this channel. Funny and cool

[bucksatan]

Another great video and beautiful car. There are some glaring errors though... Magnesium block? No, Aluminum block and head. There are some Mag parts though. Only 200 left?  I think more then that. 1200 of the 2L spiders were made and 400 of the 2.4L  - The engine wine - yes, that is typical. Lots of chain noise on these engines. At 8k rpm (redline) it sounds fantastic.

[mattbrooks]

Really well made video, the owner was great talking about the car, really impressed with the car and the production.

[KoenigF]

Just amazing ! The car is spectacular in so many ways and the owner is real enthusiast. The way he described the good and the  ...Italian parts of the car, this guy really gets the quirkiness and the general x-factor of Italian cars that get people in love with them. Much respect to you signori.

[shimon_online]

Love this video. Storytelling and music are amazing