[LongBeachJim]

Now there's Fiat branded luggage for the Fiat 124 luggage rack we've seen in the accessory catalog. I can imagine the extra storage coming in handy on a long road trip, but I wonder about rear visibility.

 

[LongBeachJim]

Moderator: Please delete this post as it's a duplicate (i was trying to edit).

 

[stevenvillatoro]

Better to delete the other one instead, as it doesn't have the attached pics.

 

[stevenvillatoro]

I'd be more worried about theft, rain, and bird poop... rather than rear visibility!

 

[LongBeachJim]

Better to delete the other one instead, as it doesn't have the attached pics.

Correct. I want my other duplicate post deleted. Is there any way to delete it ourselves?

 

[stevenvillatoro]

Correct. I want my other duplicate post deleted. Is there any way to delete it ourselves?

Have you tried prayer?

 

[stevenvillatoro]

Have you tried prayer?

If prayer doesn't work, just hit the "report post" icon (little triangle with an exclamation point to the lower left of the post you want deleted), and then tell the moderator to delete that post.

 

[Oui-Oui]

Very nice! the color of the luggage are matching the car, and the color of the leather straps matching with the seats..
Have to see if it become available or if it was just for the showcar..
Anyway I think the price of the rack plus the price of the luggage will make it quite expensive for a few liter of volume...
Plus indeed no theft protection on the picture..

 

[Oui-Oui]

More picture of that car with the luggage

 

[Millibar58]

Is that the dark grey or the bronze paintwork?

 

[LongBeachJim]

Is that the dark grey or the bronze paintwork?

On my computer it looks like the bronze, which I've seen in real life at my local dealer. It's a very classy color.

 

[LongBeachJim]

I own a few vintage Halliburton aluminum suitcases, which often come up for sale for less than $100 (they cost a fortune when new). they are weatherproof and bird dropping proof, and I've thought of some ways to secure to the rack to discourage theft. Been toying with the idea.

 

[stevenvillatoro]

I own a few vintage Halliburton aluminum suitcases, which often come up for sale for less than $100 (they cost a fortune when new). they are weatherproof and bird dropping proof, and I've thought of some ways to secure to the rack to discourage theft. Been toying with the idea.

That's gorgeous! It's like a mini Airstream trailer. I'd be afraid of the finish getting scratched by a luggage rack. A natty duffel bag could suit the car's casual vibe, and be easy to secure. Or wash, in the unlikely case of bird poop.

 

[Chipshot]

I think a steamer trunk or picnic basket ("hey, Boo-Boo") would have more visual impact.

 

[Newod]

That is the Dog's B***cks as we say in the UK. The slim lines of the case are correct in three ways:
1. Keeping rear visability as much as possible
2. Keeping the weight down - the max load for the rack is 10 Kilos or 22 Lbs ( Uk )
3. Providing a means of security

Overall - so in keeping with the character of the car -- IMHO.
Danny

 

[Newod]

That's gorgeous! It's like a mini Airstream trailer. I'd be afraid of the finish getting scratched by a luggage rack. A natty duffel bag could suit the car's casual vibe, and be easy to secure. Or wash, in the unlikely case of bird poop.

Sorry - should have included this quote as a header to my last post.
Danny

 

[JFernald]

Now there's Fiat branded luggage for the Fiat 124 luggage rack we've seen in the accessory catalog. I can imagine the extra storage coming in handy on a long road trip, but I wonder about rear visibility.

I thought all of the American limited editions were blue. Are there more than one special editions?

 

[Newod]

I thought all of the American limited editions were blue. Are there more than one special editions?

The wonders of FCA marketing - my understanding is the " America" limited edition will only be available in mainland Europe.
Expect yet more limited editions to follow - even very soon! Keep the punters guessing!
Danny

 

[Unknownsir]

looks like Grigio Moda to me

 

[Greg]

I don't really like this luggage rack. It looks too heavy. I don't mean heavy in weight, it's probably aluminum, but it has a heavy effect on the way the back of the car looks if that makes any sense.

It also has no lip at the back to help retain the luggage during hard acceleration.

Compare it to the old time Spider rack, which was very popular back in those days:

Greg