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First All-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Roadsters Arrive in U.S.

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  • Fiat #124spider officially returns to the U.S. with its arrival at port
  • Iconic Italian #roadster, last sold in the U.S. in 1985, will begin arriving at #fiat studios this month
  • 2016 marks the 50th anniversary of the #fiat 124 Spider’s introduction
  • All-new Spider is the most affordable turbo-powered convertible in America with a starting price of $24,995 U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
  • Fiat #124spider lineup includes #classica, #lusso and #abarth models, while the first 124 units will be available as limited-production Prima Edizione Lusso
July 1, 2016 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Last sold in the United States more than 30 years ago, the iconic #fiat #124spider is back.

The first shipments of the all-new 2017 #roadster have arrived at the Port of Baltimore and the Port of San Diego, and will be available at #fiat studios in North America this month.

“After much anticipation, the all-new #fiat #124spider is here in the U.S. and will start to arrive at #fiat studios next week,” said Bob Broderdorf, Director of #fiat Brand North America. “Just in time for the prime convertible season, customers will now have the opportunity to experience our Italian-designed, fun-to-drive #roadster for themselves.”

Nearly 50 years ago, on Nov. 2, 1966, the original #fiat #124spider was introduced at the Turin #auto Show. Spider sales in the U.S. began in 1968 and concluded in 1985. Today, nearly 8,000 #fiat 124 Spiders are still registered in the U.S.

The all-new 2017 #fiat #124spider brings classic Italian styling and proven performance to a new generation of buyers. Paying homage to the original #124spider, the all-new Spider delivers the ultimate Italian #roadster experience with driving excitement, technology and safety combined with iconic design.

The #roadster comes standard with the proven 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo four-cylinder engine, the engine’s first application in a rear-wheel-drive vehicle. The engine delivers 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque on #classica and #lusso, 164 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque on #abarth, and is available with a six-speed manual transmission (26 mpg city/35 mpg highway) or a six-speed automatic transmission (25 mpg city/36 mpg highway).

The #fiat #124spider has a double-wishbone front suspension and rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bars, and tuned electric-power steering system for enhanced handling and fuel efficiency. Available safety features include Blind-spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Path detection and ParkView rear backup camera. Available technology and convenience features include passive entry with keyless go, Bluetooth connectivity, heated seats, and #fiat Connect with access to Pandora, Stitcher and Aha apps.
 
About #fiat Brand
The #fiat brand stands for discovery through passionate self-expression. That philosophy is embodied by the iconic #fiat 500 or Cinquecento – a small car that lives big. Italian at heart and rooted in a rich heritage, the 500 is sold in more than 100 countries and is synonymous with modern, simple design blending form, function, technology and a pride of ownership that is genuine.
 
In North America, the #fiat 500 was introduced in March 2011 and was soon followed by the #fiat 500c (Cabrio), the high-performance #fiat 500 #abarth and #abarth Cabrio, the fully electric #fiat 500e, the five-passenger #fiat 500L and the all-wheel-drive 500X #crossover. The #fiat brand continues to expand with the introduction of the #fiat #124spider, a revival of the iconic #roadster that combines Italian style, performance and engaging driving dynamics. The all-new #fiat #124spider will arrive at FIAT studios in summer 2016.