1980 Other Makes Lada

Fiat Fuel Injected 4 Cyl

Manual

1980 Lada Niva. As the door plate says, this 4x4 SUV was made in the USSR. While these are the vehicle of choice throughout much of Eastern Europe and Russia they are extremely rare in the US. The engine in this Niva has been converted to a 1981 Fiat Spider DOHC 4 cylinder with Bosch fuel injection. It has a five speed manual transmission. Since the conversion the Niva has less than 10,000KM on it. Know issues with the car: The car needs someone that will love it and take care of it, it could use some light electrical work , the headlight wipers do not work and the Trans-axle warning light and fuel gauge lights flicker. I would also replace the aftermarket front seats with something more narrow and the glass in the right rear view mirror is cracked. The car runs great, it shifts smoothly and the tires have a lot of life. I have been driving it around and have not had any problems. I get lots of looks and compliments. It runs down the freeway just fine. Lots of fun. Recent history of the car: This car was purchased by a friend of mine in March of 2009 off of Ebay. Her and I served in the Peace Corps together in the Republic of Georgia. We spent a lot of times riding through remote areas of the caucus mountain ranges in Nivas and it was just too much of an opportunity to pass up. She drove the car regularly up till about a year ago when she started a PHD program. At that time she asked if she store the car at my house in Petaluma CA while I headed overseas again. The car was driven from San Diego to Petaluma at that time without any problems. The car has spent the last year under a temporary carport at my house. I started it up last month, installed a new Bosch fuel pump, and took care of some light electrical issues. I have been driving the car around town and it runs great. . We are both sad to see this go but we don't have the space or time for it. This car needs to go to an enthusiast that is interested in driving and maintaining a rare 4x4 vehicle. I have only seen one other of these in the US. This is a collector vehicle and it is up to the buyer to ensure that they can register and insure the vehicle at their place of residence. This vehicle is sold as is. It has a clear Washington title. Buyer is responsible for shipping. Car is currently located in Petaluma CA. High bidder to paypal a $500 non-refundable deposit within 3 days of auction close. Balance due at pickup. Bike must be picked up within 2 weeks of auction end. Special arrangements such as shipping, delivery or storage must be made before you bid. Please email me any questions you have. More pictures or information available upon request.On Jun-06-12 at 16:18:19 PDT, seller added the following information:The title is a clear Washington title. It is licensed and registered in Washington. I am currently insured through progressive. I am driving the vehicle legally on the road now. I received some questions about the title. The VIN on the title matches the VIN plate in the engine compartment. The title says 1981 though the vehicle says 1980. The vehicle is registered to my friend from the peace corps and I am selling it for her, the title is on my possession. More than happy to answer any questions you may have.