New Member from Florida

[FiatBrit78]

Hey all!!
I have a 78 Fiat Spider in desperate need of love. Last driven about 3 years ago and then sat in a barn. I have no idea where to begin but I have the will to get this baby running again.
I'm sure I'll be calling on you all for much needed assistance as the road is negotiated.
Here's to much fun, sweat and tears on the journey.
Thanks!!
D.

[Niagarafiat]

Great to have you on Board.

There is tons of info here. Everyone is very helpful.

Have fun with your car.

[RRoller123]

Welcome aboard! You will find plenty of knowledgeable and friendly people here.

Here is a thread on how to post pictures directly to the forum:

http://www.fiatspider.com/f08/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=21014

And here is another picture-posting thread:

http://www.fiatspider.com/f08/viewtopic ... 12&t=23084

And here is a link to a map of Spider owner’s locations. Many forum members have listed their locations.

https://www.zeemaps.com/map?group=191825

Pete

[SoFlaFiat]

Another in Fla!!
Nice!
Big state though... Where abouts are you?
There are a few of us, spread out all over.
Welcome!!

[BEEK]

welcome to the wonderful world of fiats, you wife and kids will now leave you, as all of your time will be spent with this beautiful car

[FiatBrit78]

Hi again,
We're over in New Smyrna Beach
Thanks for all the kind words although I'm now concerned about the wife and kids leaving

Our car's story is a somewhat sad one - bought her in 1997 as a 'running' 1978 Spider. Got married to my awesome wife and used 'tinker - the spider' as the getaway car from the wedding. Kept her running until 2001 when our 13 year old got cancer. Money became an object and medical bills became the priority over keeping Tinker running.
Now, she's been left for all those years but we have finally got the resources to get her running again.
Oh, and our son who had the cancer is now 26 and married
Maybe a little much information but hey, that's the story!

I'm looking forward to getting our Tinker up n running again!

Darren

[RRoller123]

That is quite a journey, God bless you and your family!

[SoFlaFiat]

Nice story Darren! The definition of patience. You'll get her going again. Let us know what we might help with.