Fiat Stilo, 2004 г.в.

A car most people have never heard of—and many enthusiasts are convinced it never existed. But it did! Rare as they are, genuine Fiat Stilo Abarth 2.4 models equipped with a manual gearbox do occasionally surface.The ModelThis is an original Fiat Stilo 2.4 Abarth fitted with the factory manual transmission. Earlier Abarth versions were equipped with the Selespeed gearbox, which proved to be troublesome in many markets. Manual-transmission cars were initially marketed as the GT version. Following the Stilo facelift in 2004, Fiat began offering the manual gearbox in the Abarth and Schumacher editions as well. These versions appeared, among others, in the UK market price lists.Today, manual Abarths are extremely rare. The vast majority were finished in Rosso Tiziano 199/A (as is this example), although a light blue manual Stilo Abarth 2.4 with a folding glass roof was also seen for sale recently.Under the bonnet is Fiat’s charismatic 2.4-litre five-cylinder engine producing 170 hp, shared with the Fiat/Lancia family and well known for its distinctive sound.This Example* Year: 2004* Delivered new in Germany* Mileage: 177,000 km* Only 2 previous owners* Colour: Rosso Tiziano 199/A* VIN: ZFA19200000459076Exterior ConditionNo visible corrosion on the bodywork. The underbody is in very good condition. The paint has faded slightly over time—a common characteristic of the model and not easily remedied. There are the expected signs of use and a few scratches, along with two small dents on the left front wing.Apart from the right front wing, all paintwork is original factory paint. The car has never been involved in an accident.Interior ConditionThe interior is in very good condition for a Fiat of this era. The car is equipped with rare black-and-white leather seats, found only occasionally in the highest Stilo trim levels. They are particularly comfortable on long journeys.The navigation screen shows some signs of wear. Air conditioning works correctly, as do the electric windows and mirrors.Mechanical ConditionThe engine is in excellent condition. It performs strongly, has no leaks, and runs at the correct temperature. The front suspension has been refurbished and is in very good condition. Brakes are also in very good condition, with new front brake pads fitted. Shock absorbers are in good working order.Known IssuesOf course, no Stilo is completely without faultsThe fuel gauge in the instrument cluster does not work, although the range computer remains fully functional and displays the estimated remaining driving range.Equipment* ABS + ESP* 6 airbags* Electric windows* Electric mirrors* City Power Steering (including City mode operation)* Automatic climate control (fully functional)* Leather upholstery* Keyless entry system – a rare Stilo feature with two round keys; the car locks and unlocks automatically* Satellite navigation* Cruise control* Tow bar (officially registered in the vehicle documents)The car is fully roadworthy and represents one of the rarest and most desirable versions of the Fiat Stilo ever produced.