The Fiat Panda could be the next automobile to join the Abarth model line, as the producer pushes for growth.
With just 500, 500 Convertible and Punto currently in the line-up, head of Abarth Europe, Marco Magnanini, hinted that the small family automobile could be the next model to get the Abarth treatment.
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“We are open to all opportunities,” Magnanini told us. “It has to be mall car, compact car, sporty automobile and Italian design for sure by the finish. but it also has to be the product that is consistent to our DNA.”
When asked if this implied that the Panda was the most likely candidate, Magnanini explained. “We are open to talk about this kind of thing internally. This kind of discussion is continuously at the centre of our team.”
We also asked whether Abarth was any nearer to creating its own independent model. “Nothing is confirmed. We are open to have a discussion if it’s right. open to maintain the guarantee to develop the brand. maintain to put in to the market if it’s the best and ideal car,” Magnanini explained.
The producer is wanting to grow it dealership network in a bid to make the brand much more available to new and existing customers. and it will continue to push its after sales products heavily, allowing owners to customize and upgrade their automobiles even more.