My Fiat Coupe 20vt
Discussion
Hey mate, this is common on the coupe's, just be careful because you can melt your back bumper if the tailpipe has fallen off, a significant amount of heat comes out of the exhaust when on boost so just tip toe around till you get the zorst sorted.
I had a 20VT for 3 years, great car - sure you'll enjoy.
I had a 20VT for 3 years, great car - sure you'll enjoy.
S1MMA said:
Hey mate, this is common on the coupe's, just be careful because you can melt your back bumper if the tailpipe has fallen off, a significant amount of heat comes out of the exhaust when on boost so just tip toe around till you get the zorst sorted.
I had a 20VT for 3 years, great car - sure you'll enjoy.
Yeah, I'm aware of this which is why I got it booked in for as soon a possible. It should be in good hands with Motormech. Cant say I've been tip-toeing around though I had a 20VT for 3 years, great car - sure you'll enjoy.
Update;
Earlier today I decided to refurbish my fuel filler cap as it was looking a little sorry for itself. It's a key feature of the car really so it let the bodywork down a little bit.
Here's how it looked this morning
Lacquer peel
Corrosion
Firstly I applied Nitromors with a brush and left it for 20 minutes.
Then I used wire wool to cut through any remaining lacquer followed by a thorough rinse with washing up liquid. Finally I applied Autogleam Metal Polish and polished until I achieved the result I was looking for.
Here's how it looks now.
I'm not going to re-lacquer it as I'll polish it whenever I wash the car. Turned out quite well I think
Earlier today I decided to refurbish my fuel filler cap as it was looking a little sorry for itself. It's a key feature of the car really so it let the bodywork down a little bit.
Here's how it looked this morning
Lacquer peel
Corrosion
Firstly I applied Nitromors with a brush and left it for 20 minutes.
Then I used wire wool to cut through any remaining lacquer followed by a thorough rinse with washing up liquid. Finally I applied Autogleam Metal Polish and polished until I achieved the result I was looking for.
Here's how it looks now.
I'm not going to re-lacquer it as I'll polish it whenever I wash the car. Turned out quite well I think
Edited by gj88 on Saturday 13th March 16:12
Update;
The car is starting to go through some changes since the last update. I've since fitted the fuel filler cap to the car and what a difference its made. It really has brightened up the exterior and with a clean car it really does gleam now.
Here's how it looks after a month or so on the car
I also came across a set of dash rings from a fellow coupe owner who was quite local to me. For a bargain £10 they've added a nice bit of style to the interior and they match the Pinninfarina badge a treat.
Not too bad and I've saved £35 over retail for a brand new set from eBay. I love bargains
My favourite addition to the car so far has been putting a smile on my face for three weeks. I've finally had a custom stainless steel exhaust made and fitted and my god I love it. It starts with a deep rumble that transforms to a powerful warble with the car rolling in first gear. With a strong prod of the loud pedal it really sounds great with a crisp, yet smooth sound. I love it
Here it is now it has bedded in
Over the Easter break I removed the knackered aerial that was retro-fitted by a previous owner. The car has a integrated aerial in the rear window, however it doesn’t have great reception when the heated screen is on so one of the previous owners took it upon themselves to have what looks like a Jaguar XK aerial fitted.
It looked pretty crap and my garage door fell on it and broke it so I decided it was to be removed.
Excuse the pictures. They were taken on my phone.
The aerial motor is a pretty heavy unit so I'm glad its gone along with the mounting bracket. The aerial has left behind an unsightly hole which is soon to be blanked off with a piece of sheet steel and welded in place, filled and painted.
It should look lovely and factory fresh when I'm done with it. For now I've fitted a rubber grommet to fill the hole.
I've been busy this weekend and bought a few parts for the car. First up is a second hand (and very dirty) washer fluid reservoir. I thought mine had a crack in it but I've since discovered that they all have a tendency to leak from the four mounting points.
I might just clean up the 'new' one and sell it on if I don’t need it.
I also bought three second hand fuel filler caps on the cheap with the aim of refurbishing them and selling them on.
Being a bit short on funds at the moment, the profit made from the sale of these caps should come in handy for future additions to the car.
I've also picked up a second rocker cover.
I've since de-greased it but it may need a steam clean to be sure any primer will stick to it. I'll be painted it crackle finish that can be found on LE coupes although it wont be bright red. It'll be wine red (the colour of my car).
Finally, here’s a gratuitous picture for Pistonheaders alike
The car is starting to go through some changes since the last update. I've since fitted the fuel filler cap to the car and what a difference its made. It really has brightened up the exterior and with a clean car it really does gleam now.
Here's how it looks after a month or so on the car
I also came across a set of dash rings from a fellow coupe owner who was quite local to me. For a bargain £10 they've added a nice bit of style to the interior and they match the Pinninfarina badge a treat.
Not too bad and I've saved £35 over retail for a brand new set from eBay. I love bargains
My favourite addition to the car so far has been putting a smile on my face for three weeks. I've finally had a custom stainless steel exhaust made and fitted and my god I love it. It starts with a deep rumble that transforms to a powerful warble with the car rolling in first gear. With a strong prod of the loud pedal it really sounds great with a crisp, yet smooth sound. I love it
Here it is now it has bedded in
Over the Easter break I removed the knackered aerial that was retro-fitted by a previous owner. The car has a integrated aerial in the rear window, however it doesn’t have great reception when the heated screen is on so one of the previous owners took it upon themselves to have what looks like a Jaguar XK aerial fitted.
It looked pretty crap and my garage door fell on it and broke it so I decided it was to be removed.
Excuse the pictures. They were taken on my phone.
The aerial motor is a pretty heavy unit so I'm glad its gone along with the mounting bracket. The aerial has left behind an unsightly hole which is soon to be blanked off with a piece of sheet steel and welded in place, filled and painted.
It should look lovely and factory fresh when I'm done with it. For now I've fitted a rubber grommet to fill the hole.
I've been busy this weekend and bought a few parts for the car. First up is a second hand (and very dirty) washer fluid reservoir. I thought mine had a crack in it but I've since discovered that they all have a tendency to leak from the four mounting points.
I might just clean up the 'new' one and sell it on if I don’t need it.
I also bought three second hand fuel filler caps on the cheap with the aim of refurbishing them and selling them on.
Being a bit short on funds at the moment, the profit made from the sale of these caps should come in handy for future additions to the car.
I've also picked up a second rocker cover.
I've since de-greased it but it may need a steam clean to be sure any primer will stick to it. I'll be painted it crackle finish that can be found on LE coupes although it wont be bright red. It'll be wine red (the colour of my car).
Finally, here’s a gratuitous picture for Pistonheaders alike
TVR Moneypit said:
gj88 said:
TVR Moneypit said:
OP; Is your for sale at the moment in the classifieds on here?
No it's not. Why?http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1799420.htm
I badly wanted a Fiat Coupe when they were launched, but I was a skint 18yr old. Got to say I would consider one now, but it would have to be a 20v in either Maroon like yours or the nice pale indigo colour.
Well done on keeping yours in tip top nick, most I see are looking really tired now.
Well done on keeping yours in tip top nick, most I see are looking really tired now.Edited by DaveShark on Tuesday 20th July 18:42
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