new- laura- obbsessed with 126's

[laura126]

hey im laura, im only 17 but my family and friends have turned me into an ablosoute petrol head

my best mate is also a classic car enthusiast, she has a 1303 beetle she rebuilt herself, so i ended up helping her over the years and have got quite attached to the little classic cars.

when i told her i wanted one obviously she was exstatic she'd converted me we struck gold when she introduced me to the 126, ive never looked back..

so here i am on my quest to learn more about this little machine.

i need to learn more, like magazines i can buy that feature 126's, where and how to buy one, which model/years to buy, what common problems to look out for, how likely it is to break, how expensive things are to fix etc..

theres my little introduction 

[wsmitwil]

Welcome to the 126 club, everyone on here is very helpful and kind, and are all passionate about the 126

Look out for the early italien Made ones there are very few but they are worth the most

Cheap ones are the 126p made in Poland over 3,000,000 of those made some cheap ones out there

If your into air cooled the 126bis probably isn't for you but they are still fun little cars

Parts I've found are cheap and you can get everything for them, when buying make sure you check the gearboxes they are the biggest problem on them

Hope I've helped

[dajwid]

Hi Laura welcome.

Have a read through the site and you will learn everything you could ever want to know about these great cars.

Fun to drive, Quirky and easy to fix.

Although mine a little sick at the moment 

You also have a few great members up in Norfolk.

[Hazey-n-Marc]

Welcome, nice to see someone else in Norfolk into 126's. Like Dajwid says, read through the forum, this is the best English speaking 126 site, and possibly the best of any language. All nice people as well (albeit a tad mad, goes hand in hand with liking 126's !!!).
As for where to buy them from, I think there are less than 400 in the country, you just have to keep your eyes open and look everywhere (we got ours from Lynn auction), they often get posted on here as well.
Good luck.

Marc

[Amateb8]

Hello and welcome to the forum. You have come to the right place. Lots of 126 knowledge here. We are all passionate about these great little cars. Aircooled or watercooled, as wsmitwil says, both versions are lovely cars.

[stuey]

welcome laura- there must be something in the east anglian water that gets people into 126's if you need any advice or help feel free to ask, my garage is always open to the 126 family if you ever need any help with fixing them (although i should really get onto fixing my own!)

[Rusty's Uncle]

Hi laura , good luck in your search for a 126 and hope that you get a good one. If your best mate is "exstatic" does that mean she was really moved?? 
Sorry could not resist that one 
As for info on the cars then like Daj says there is so much on the forum & site but if you want reading matter then you are pretty much restricted to old magazines and sales brochures but since the 126 has "come out" as a classic they do seem to be drawing more attention in the modern press from time to time.
Then of course you have all the stuff on the internet & from clubs around the world. That should keep you busy for a while , Happy Hunting 

[Bar Vitelli]

Hi Laura, this magazine's a really good buy at £4.99 with free postage:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Practical-Classics-May-2010-Riley-RM-Dolomite-Westminster-BTCC-Fiat-126-Golf-205-/400340511736?pt=UK_Magazines&hash=item5d36276bf8

There are 4 pages about Fiat 126 and some really good pictures as well (of my car when someone else used to own it!)

[Bar Vitelli]

This one's also very good as well (I just bought one like it!) and is a good price...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FIAT-126-sales-brochure-1975-/281028678379?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D27%26meid%3D3850291541331324640%26pid%3D100033%26prg%3D1011%26rk%3D4%26sd%3D400340511736%26#ht_189wt_1063

14 pages, the yellow car is mint and there's even a rare 1974 sun roof model (like Toms) in there!

 

[Amateb8]

I've got the Practical Classics one (May 2010 issue). The section on the 126 (pages 134 to 137) is just four pages BUT, it is quite extensive and informative. I always keep the magazine close by. Definitely worth the purchase. Chris Larkin and Chris Lewis, administrators of this site, were contributors.

[Hazey-n-Marc]

Is that the 126 buyers guide? Think there are three issues with 126 articles in, will have a look at some point.

[Amateb8]

I love the conclusion of the article.

Quote:
The 126 offers limited practicality in that it's not very quick and struggles to accomodate a family with their luggage - or indeed a family without their luggage......Unquote: LOL.

[Kent126]

Welcome Laura 

This is by far the best 126 site on the net, and its full of great people. I have been on here for years, but only recently met some club members within the last couple of years.

Good luck with your hunt for a 126, do you know what type of car you are looking for? Early one or later one? Aircooled or bis (water cooled?)

Just remember there are some proper sheds out there, so take your time and look for a good one. If you need any help then everyone on here are more than happy if you need anything.

Tom

[laura126]

cheers for the help guys, its nice to see others so willing to help! when i find my 126 i'll keep you posted and i'll put up some pictures

Laura

[laura126]

if only.... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FIAT-126-1983-RARE-ITALIAN-FERRARI-RED-BAMBINO-EDITION-34-000-MILES-FROM-NEW-/330850960658?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4d08410512


...little out of budget