Fiat X19

Adventures with a Fiat X19

BX on scissor lift

Years of struggling under cars on axle stands are over with the purchase of a scissor lift. Why didn’t I do this sooner!

fiat X19 leaving

It seems like less than 2 months since it was collected, but after it was professionally cleaned, it was ready to be shipped to Australia

brake pad and disc change

When I agreed to collect the X1/9, I never imagined I’d be changing the brakes and replacing the clutch to avoid exporting asbestos.

fiat X1/9 on scissor lift

With the Fiat X1/9 fate set, export preparation was set. I wasn’t expecting to drain the coolant for the Fiat X1/9 import permit.

dangerous split fuel hose

With the decision made to ship the car, export preparation begins. First up, changing the fuel hose of death on the Fiat X1/9

rust piles around the FiatX1/9

Having recovered the Fiat X1/9 and given it a quick inspection and wash, it was time to hunt out the rust and give it some treatment.

Fiat X1/9 paintwork

With the Fiat X1/9 washed, and most of the mud removed, the paint was looking pretty dull and worn out. Could the paint be restored?

Fiat X1/9 interior

After collecting the FIAT X1/9 and washing the mud off, it was time for the first inspection.

Fiat X1/9 on trailer behind a Land Rover

Some automotive adventures start with a stupid comment to a mate. Now I own a Fiat X1/9!

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