THE FIAT 500 ABARTH BUYERS GUIDE | AVOID Buying until watching this!

Fiat 500 & Fiat 500 Abarth common problems explained to make sure you get the best car possible with your hard earned money!

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[MCJimboy]

I can't recommend one enough. I love my Abarth. I passed my test not too long ago and my first car was written off after 3 months, so I got an Abarth. SO happy with it. Oh make sure you get the convertible, makes the world of difference.

[User-pulc]

Really wish these were still being sold new in the US.

[adamd]

Great video! Another thing to watch for which is very common is the side skirts separating from the body due to improper hoisting of the vehicle. This was/ is a very common issue because most shops do not know how to properly put these cars on a 4 point lift and what happens is the hoist arm makes contact with the side skirts and not only damages them but also causes them to separate from the body.

[richardhargrave]

Great little cars
My first Abarth was a Legends Blue one, white wheels & stripes. Loved it!
Went on to have four in all, the later ones have better suspension.
The best ones are the series 3 versions, with the digital dash.
The series 4 onwards have the LED rear lights, great cars, I just felt the series 3 had more spice
I had four and all were reliable
The only reason I don't have one now i because they are so small
I'm still with FIAT, saving for an Alfa
For smiles per pound, you cannot beat an Abarth

[marksterling]

I have had 3 and they have all been great, one problem to look out for is the electrical cable between the car and the boot. The cables fail near the hinge point. Easy fix with a soldering iron some cable and heat shrink

[connorlangan]

Great video I work for a fiat approved dealer and what you’ve touched on is exactly what we normally see them in for Especially the door handles keep up the great work

[marinobottali]

Hi ..there's no drop links on the rear suspension if there's a knocking sound it'll be a worn rear shock, always replace as a pair easy job ..
Abarths don't usually suffer from worn turret top mounts if anything it'll be front lower ball joints or bushes that get knocked out as they can collapse usually due to the state of the roads, big wheels, tyres and stiff suspension..
Windscreen blockage is usually due to residue sitting in the bottom tank from screen wash so could be as simple as the wiper jets !
Any fiat or Abarth owners reading this I recommend
shop 4parts
Based in Bradford, genuine parts next day delivery, very competitive prices
I'd give it 10 out of 10
For the drivabilty and value for money if buying used plenty out there..🙂👍

[junes]

Brilliant guide and those cups look amazing never thought I'd want a 500 but this changes my mind!

[alanjames]

Basic original 500 Abarth plus TMC box gets you about 180bhp absolute barn stormer of a ludicrous little car. Bit harsh on the 17" rims though 16" rims would make it a bit more comfortable on the poorly maintained UK roads but my god you get good at avoiding potholes either that or you will be on first name terms with a chiropractor.

[neilheyes]

I always find myself comparing these type of cars to the pocket rockets from when i were a lad
The arbarth reminds me of the Renault 5 turbo of my youth, like the suzuki swift sport is reminding me of the 205 gti 1.6.

[jimbob]

40 years old all my mates are taking the p!ss out of me for looking at buying one.. I don’t care!!!! I need

[riccardo]

I love mine to bits, literally.

You forgot to mention the rear trunk has wiring issues they get pinched and your trunk will stop opening,

on the manual i wouldnt say its the most reliable as the shifter cable link tends to either slip off of the box or snap entirely, stranding you in 1 gear.

Side skirts tend to peel off.

Check the armrest, they also break if heavily used.

[jonathankfouri]

Music to my ears. Can't wait to get one soon hopefully. Thanks for the vid!

[RONYBHOWMICK-oc]

Hi, brother! I just love your channel. I feel it's the most honest YouTube car review channel around. Kindly keep it up. I have an Abarth, and I have the problem of squeaking brakes. I'm not sure if it's the front or the back ones, but it gets on my nerves. I just wanted to know how I can solve the problem. I would really appreciate any kind advice. Cheers!"

[mada]

Rear wheel bearings is another well known weak spot and tend to fail for fun - typical signs are rumbling humming noise which resonates with car/floorpan and obviously the noise is speed dependant

[reefnotrobbie]

Fantastic video, with some excellent advice. I'm looking to purchase one of these and I shall be looking out for all the issues you pointed out. Highly appreciated 👍

[denzilbarker]

You forgot to mention the wiring harness from the tailgate which always fails and causes electrical issues. Also the slight oil leak from the gearbox which is a common fault.

[velardechelo]

I know this car is not the most beautiful, or fanciest... But is the funniest car i´ve ever driven... I want one so bad :C...

[abee]

The 3500 mark was somehow branded I guess by the quick change shops. I always change at 5000. You cannot show me a car at 5000 miles that the oil hasn't seriously darkened and picked up a burnt smell. 5000 is the max I would ever run a car. Plus it's easy to know when you need a change. 40 bucks every three or so months. That's cheap insurance. I have the 124 spider with auto ricambi muffler delete. Sounds growlie.

[PAULMCDONOUGH-fs]

Thank you for your informative video, I did test drive a fiery Abarth and I thought it a hoot but sensibly settled on the lesser Fiat 500 1.2 Lounge which my missus drives, and despite my initial concerns about buying a Fiat it has been a solid and reliable car, not bad to work on either! A couple of issues ours has had are saggy front suspension arm bushes, door handle hinges which fall apart and I have recently noticed some lights in the dash binnacle have started to flash dimly with the indicators, looks like an earth fault, but i wonder if components are failing in our 13 year old car.