https://www.ebay.com/itm/1983-fiat-pini ... SwM6Zd3vzi
Look at the "quality" of door panel stitching for 140 Gs
Bargain Spider
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Re: Bargain Spider
Most of that money is for the structural and other changes required for the EV conversion however they could have done a much better job on the upholstery. I re-upholstered and hand stitched my door panels and even the one I did first (practiced on) came out better than the one shown in their picture displayed to showcase their level of craftsmanship.
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Re: Bargain Spider
I like the seats, They are worth at least 10,000
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Re: Bargain Spider
I kind of like that hood scoop......
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'75 BMW R75/6
2011 Chevy Malibu (daily driver)
2010 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Ext Cab 4WD/STD BED
2002 Edgewater 175CC 80HP 4-Stroke Yamaha
2003 Jaguar XK8
2003 Jaguar XKR
2021 Jayco 22RB
2019 Bianchi Torino Bicycle
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Re: Bargain Spider
I really like that hood too, and wish they would offer some of their bits for sale, but at the same time I understand why they do not.
The door card stitching is surprising to me. I’ve seen photos of a few of their builds and thought the quality always looked really good. This is the only example I’ve seen that isn’t top notch.
I hope they’re profitable. From my perspective what they do would be a dream job/business to own. Designing and retro modifying Spiders all day, every day... yes please. Regardless of how I feel about their prices I’m impressed by what they’ve been able to build for themselves.
The door card stitching is surprising to me. I’ve seen photos of a few of their builds and thought the quality always looked really good. This is the only example I’ve seen that isn’t top notch.
I hope they’re profitable. From my perspective what they do would be a dream job/business to own. Designing and retro modifying Spiders all day, every day... yes please. Regardless of how I feel about their prices I’m impressed by what they’ve been able to build for themselves.