Summer is coming people. That means warm weather, sunshine, and ample opportunities for hitting the road in your classic car. What better car to hit the road in than a classic Italian convertible? This Fiat 124 Spider shows a lot of promise, and with bidding sitting at $2,550 in a No Reserve auction, this is a car that could offer those opportunities. The Spider is located in Hollywood, Florida, and is listed for sale here on eBay.

I have to say that this little Fiat is a really attractive looking car. There are no visible signs of rust, but being an Italian sports car, it would pay to give it a pretty careful check. The panels and paint look good, with plenty of shine to that red paint. The external trim and chrome look to be in good condition, as does the glass. The soft-top is present and looks to have had little use, although it is a bit creased. A bit of time in the sun should see those creases banished in no time. The wheels aren’t original, but they do suit the car quite nicely.

One of the great automotive noises of all time is the sound of a Fiat twin-cam engine at work, and the Spider shouldn’t disappoint. Under the hood is a 1,756cc 4-cylinder engine, which sends its power to the road via a 5-speed manual transmission. The little engine only produces 84hp, but they are willing little ponies. The great strength of a Spider is not outright performance, but how well they respond when you point them at a piece of twisting tarmac, and this is where these cars come into their own. The owner says that the Spider runs and drives well and that the transmission shifts smoothly.

The interior of a Spider is always a nice place to be, and the interior of this one looks quite good. There is a little bit of wear on the edges of both seats where the piping is, but the overall impression is that the upholstery is in good order, while the dash pad looks to be free of cracks. The Spider is fitted with an aftermarket CD player and rear speakers, and while this doesn’t thrill me, it’s something that I’d learn to live with. There is a small amount of wear on some of the controls, but once again, this appears to be insignificant.

There are two battles that you can face with a Fiat 124 Spider. The first is to locate a rust-free example. The second is keeping it that way. This one shows a lot of promise in that respect, and if it is clean, then it can be kept that way if the owner remains vigilant. A nice one today can cost around $16,000, but a mint example can push closer to $30,000. With the bidding so low at present, this is definitely a car to keep an eye on.