The Pininfarina Fiat Coupé 16v turbo , TEG S3 E6 Small Italian coupe, Lancia Integrale Power!
Вставка
- Опубліковано 28 гру 2020
- Beneath the voluptuous bonnet of this Chris Bangle designed coupe beats a 2.0L 16v turbo 4 shared with the Lancia Delta Integrale. That makes this Pininfarina coupé a bit of a catch. Now that these meet the US 25 year import criterion it's time to own your dream. So, should it be the turbo 5 or the turbo 4? I don't think you can go wrong with either but watch this video and see my driving impressions of this evocative little turbo beast.
- Авто та транспорт
This car is so rare even in Europe. One of the greatest cars Fiat ever made
Thanks for watching ! Yes a sincere rarity.
I’m from California and remember seeing this car when I went to Greece in 2005 and say, “What is this?!!” I love this car!
It’s super unique! Like nothing else
A very good film, thank you!
Great to see the Coupe getting recognized in the US.
On the engine, actually the 5-cyl 20V Turbo is the one to have. It’s a lot more modern, got the latest Bosch Motronic management (instead of glitchy Marelli in the 16VT) and - the engine internals are much stronger. It can take up to 400hp without opening the engine, which you can’t say about the old 16VT (although there’s a big tuning aftermarket for it). Its pretty unbrakable. Of course also the 5-cyl’s got that lovely sound!!
What many people miss even in Europe, is that the ’96 onwards 5-cyl 20VT actually came with a facelift. Not much on the outside apart from new wheels, new grille, wider front track and 4-pot Brembo’s - but most importantly, the quality of the interior took a big step up. Altho still looking pretty similar, you feel better & softer plastics etc. Also a much faster steering rack.
Of course, 1998-2000 it also got Recaro’s and 6-speed gearbox.
My own 340hp ’98 Coupe 20V Turbo is still the best car I’ve had. (My current Bmw Z4M Coupe is neither as fast, fun, practical or problemfree).
These cars enjoy better suspension (Eibach springs/Bilstein shocks are great) and some added front camber (H&R camber bolts for Alfa 155). And why not the subframe front brace from OMP (Alfa 156). All this make them handle great!
Rear lights were nicked from the Fiat Coupe to the first Koenigsegg cars! :)
It’s hard to argue against the 5cyl. Being an Audi rally fan from back in the day nothing beats the noises. However, the 5cyl weighs a bit more and the weight in the nose really puts me off. I appreciate your knowledge here, PARTICULARLY the bit about the Fuel Injection. Either turbo engine is brilliant and congrats on owning such a brilliant car. I do so appreciate you sharing your thoughts and owner views here. Cheers!!
@@TimsEnthusiastGarage That's true it's a bit heavier but only a few kg's, however moving the battery to the trunk (spare well) is a pretty quick job (with a noticable difference)! :) Thanks, you have great channel and comes across as a genuine guy thru the screen, I hope you get a lot more followers and a great 2021!
@@pereldh5741 cheers and thanks so much. I am hoping 2021 I hit a subscriber exponent:)
I wish i never sold it... I've had tons of fun with my 16vt, tuned it with a t4 upgrade turbocharger, bigger intercooler, injectors, fuelpump and a Apexi standalone ecu,and of course a 500nm capable clutch ... When i bought the car it had a freshly rebuild bottom end with upgraded pistons. back in the day to get over 300 whp meant turbolag till about 3250rpm.. but once you hit 1.4bar of boost you really went forwards fast :) Wrx , 911, and even a Ferrari 355 had no chance keeping up :D.. Seeing this video made me remember how special of a car it always was.. Thinking of buying one again that's for sure..
Glad I could inspire you! Thanks for watching, subscribe if you would be so kind 😁
Fiat coupes are just so underrated man - I got a 20vt the best thing ive ever brought. The sound is just beastly. Hasn't touched the road in 5 years other than when i tried to MOT it. But in the middle of my first restoration onit. Great review!
Thanks so much for watching . Enjoy the 5 cylinder coupe! They are a treasure !
Great review and video for a charismatic and amazing Car!!! A great way of telling its history and approaching its amazing design and feel!!! Congratulations Tim!!!
I love the fiat coupe. Full of character. I currently have a 20v non turbo. It's definitely finitely worth owning one. Yes they can faults be regularly servicing and maintenance will keep them going.
Enjoy your 5 cylinder coupe! Thanks so much for watching! Cheers.
I own four Fiat Coupes here in Sweden. One 20V, one 20VT and two 16VT(one of them is a non runner at the moment). All of them are great in their own way. The 20V is a perfect daily, 16VT just feels raw when the turbo hits and the 20VT is like the refined big brother. Happy to see them getting some spotlight!
Congrats on the collection of coupes! Great to hear your thoughts on the differences. Thanks for watching. Would very much appreciate it if you would be so kind as to subscribe! Cheers!
Själv så har jag försökt att hitta en men det är svårt ^^
@@woxyify De växer inte på träd precis!
Nä dom gör ju inte det men de är också det som gör att de blir roligt att leta lite :)
Seasons great from Western Australia. Always been a fan of these. Tough car to find here but possible. Always been a fan of Fiat, had several from 1967 124 sedan, my first car to several 124 sports including a FBO 124 sports , headers, Ansa exhaust system,twin 2 barrel 45 mm Side mounted Delorto carburettors , lumpy race cams, fully ported and polished head , blueprinted engine. Those were the days.
Cheers and thanks so much for your comment! Carbs and cams make the kind of music that is all too rare these days. Those WERE the days. Thanks for watching. Subscribe if you would be so kind.
It’s a gorgeous car, Enjoy a Cult status in Europe.
I was the first (3 years ago ) to import an entirely restored 1996 Pininfarina Coupe, 2L, 16v, Turbo plus, in original Rosso Corsa ( Speed Red ) with Limited edition body kit. It steal the show at every car meet I go. In Las Vegas, NV
I own one 16 V Turbo in red...I always wanted one and I bought it last year...a marvelous and stunning machine
Congrats on the car !! Thanks for watching
Lampredi engine in the 16 v turbo is wonderful. Also same engine as the legendary Lancia Delta Integrale
I mention this a couple of times in the video. Great engine!
I’ve a few of these and they’re both 20vt’s that I’ve found better than my old 16vt turbo….wonderful design, same production line as the Ferrari 355! ❤. Great vid.
Thanks so much!
Very unique, I like it.
Man, I really appreciate you watching! Cheers and happy New Year!
Thanks for the video. Not crazy about the fish eye lens used to shoot.
It’s not a fish eye but rather a wide angle lens. I appreciate the feedback. Thanks for watching !! Cheers !
Enjoyed very much this video!
Congrats to the choice of the car.. They are very nice, and I also say.. Future classic..
I have one 4cyl too.. Same engine but without turbo😥
Still.. It goes very good
Thanks for watching !
I just bought this car ... it's third sale on BaT, and I'm GREATLY looking forward to Spring in New England ❗
I watched the auction. It sold way too cheap the first time but it was one of the first ever sold in the states. Congrats on your recent acquisition
Pretty sure it was a smokin' deal this time too...could not resist!
Cool video. I remember when I was a teenager growing up in the UK, these were well regarded, especially considering Fiat had a reputation for being unreliable. My friend's mum had one and she wasn't afraid to rag it either 😂
Thanks for watching! One thing I didn’t mention was that the car didn’t feel fragile. In the US we didn’t get any Alfa’s or Fiats in this era and it was thought that all the cars were crap so we weren’t missing anything. I read mostly UK publications (Car / performance Car/ Evo / Audi Driver / Max Power (hilariously) and it seemed like these actually had a pretty good measure of reliability. Your friends’ mum sounds ace! Cheers and Happy New Year!!
@@TimsEnthusiastGarage she was a bit mad 😂 Happy New Year mate!
FIAT !!
Großartiges Auto. Der pure Individualismus!
Its the blow off valve for me
Hi, the car was designed in house by Fiat and the interior was designed by Pininfarina.
Not according to Chris 😉
Chris Bangle worked in Fiat then..
Pinninfarina did design, but in Fiat declined their work, and embraced their home design from Fiat centro stile, signed by Chris..
But they kept interior design from Pinninfarina..
Rest is history!
Like Italy, it takes a lover.
Ha! Cheers and thanks for watching!
@@TimsEnthusiastGarage I like this Fiat for the same reasons as loving the Subaru SVX. Italian design style is inimitable. It speaks to you. Cars that are rare feel special. When you combine Pininfarina with anything, you should drive it, at least for a while.
Beast mode Vato
Thanks for watching my loco friend. I miss you. Hope you and the fam had a lovely Christmas. Cheers!
@@TimsEnthusiastGarage that sexy voice gets me everytime 🥰
@@vasilegarage2606 I do what I can 😜
This reminds me of the FTO.
Yes! Excellent comparison. Those are starting to proliferate our US car scene and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Had a great one in Gran Turismo 2 😀. Cheers and thanks for watching !
@@TimsEnthusiastGarage to be quite honest that game is the reason why when I can't afford one I will be buying one.
Fun fact: Maserati barchetta used the headlights off this car for the stradale version
Awesome bit of trivia !
what is the name of the melody at the end of the videoe of song ?
It is from artist.Io and is Dead Wait by Glories
Well that's an interesting little item, and has to CONSIDERABLY less painful in price compared to their angry cousin Delta Integrale.
No doubt . Those have gone to the moon! Thanks for watching
@@TimsEnthusiastGarage have to say front end wise that thing SCREAMS Noble at me.
@@LucoreAuto if you look at the rear lights just right it is Pagani Zonda.
@@TimsEnthusiastGarage the whole car probably costs about as much as a set of Zonda tail lights though ;)
@@LucoreAuto facts
WOW, propably the first one in the US?
The first turbo 4 I am aware of . It is actually going to be on bringatrailer this coming week
I'd love to Export another immaculate coupe into US....I'm Coupés Enthusiast for 10 years now and absolute expert, so buying a coupe from me means 100%...look on my Instagram daniel.benedikt
Nice Fiat. Here in Europe it's more common to see one, but not in a good shape. You should also try a sister car to this, an Alfa Romeo GTV ('94-'04), with 3.0 Busso v6. Honestly, that's a baby Ferrari. Had one for a month from my family member, painted in Rosso Proteo metallic. Nothing come close to make you feel special on the road. The one and only major issue with GTV is their previous owner. It's a true pain to find GTV in a mint condition, or a very good shape. People do not take care of these cars and it shows.
Thanks so much for watching my video! I love your comment “the one and only major issue with GTV is their previous owner” 🤣🤣🤣 so true, so true. Many cars this age that is the biggest issue. I look forward to spending some time in an Alfa GTV v6 in the very near future. I will let you know what I think! Cheers!
I have one to sell 16v turbo in yellow, Year 1994
Lovely cars! Good luck with sale and thanks for watching!
Lan-cha, not lan-see-ya
Tomato tomAto. Ever since that Herbie movie where Herbie falls in love with that “lovely little lancha” I have been committed to the more US friendly pronunciation. I have owned dozens, Beta, Thema, Delta, Fulvia. Still going with Lancia and give grace to either pronunciation just as I do with those who say Porsch instead of Porsche. Cheers and thanks for watching!