1993 Fiat Scia (Maggiora)

A two seat, open-topped car, based on the mechanicals of the Punto. No roof was provided, minimal weather protection was designed alongside a waterproof interior. Interestingly the seats were fixed, with the pedals and steering wheel being adjustable.

The Fiat SCIA was introduced on the Turin Motor Show of 1993 as a try-out for the public of the upcoming barchetta (to be introduced 2 years later).

Designers John Kinsey and Darren Caddesl of Fiat's Centro Stile have taken the boat-design to extremes.

Styling cues are shown to the unsuspecting audience, like the uprising mirrors, or the three-dial dashboard.

Others, like the cut-off windows can be found in the Stola's Dedica.

This Punto based car was built by Ilcas and Maggiora, who are also responsible for the current barchetta.