“Purchasing a Classic Italian Car. 1980 Fiat Spider 124, Road Trip, Adventure, & Surprise Breakdown”

What starts as a simple Facebook Marketplace pickup turns into an unforgettable road trip in a 1980 Fiat Spider Pininfarina 2000. Join me, Carmelo, and Josh as we head down to the Chicago suburbs to check out this classic Italian roadster—and drive it home to Wisconsin.

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The car looked great in the ad, but as any enthusiast knows, pictures can be deceiving. Still, I fell in love with it instantly. The drive back was pure joy—until disaster struck just two miles from home.
In this episode of Nutz About Cars, you’ll see:
🚗 The initial inspection and deal-making
🛣️ A scenic back-road drive through Illinois and Wisconsin
💥 A surprise rear-end failure at a four-way stop
🔧 Plans for repair and future videos
This is the kind of story that makes classic car ownership so rewarding—and unpredictable. If you love vintage metal, road trip vibes, and real-life car drama, this one’s for you.
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Stay tuned—there’s a deep dive into this Fiat coming soon!
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