The Grande Punto, launched in 2005 on Fiat’s 199 platform, marked a significant step up from the previous Punto in terms of rigidity and refinement. The Abarth Grande Punto SS, which followed shortly after, brought 155bhp and a limited-slip differential to the platform, making it a popular choice for hot-hatch buyers who wanted Italian character without a premium price. The standard seats in the base and mid-range trim carry reasonable bolstering but give up body in harder cornering situations.
Part 689419 is Recaro’s direct-fit sub-frame for the Grande Punto. It uses the OEM floor mounting points and includes integrated sliding runners. No drilling is required. The floor geometry on the 199 platform differs from the previous 188 Punto, so the sub-frame is specific to the Grande Punto and is not interchangeable with the Mk2 Punto kit (867316-1815) even though they appear similar in concept.
These frames work with Recaro base-mount reclining seats and base-mount bucket seats. Side-mounted competition shells will not fit without separate adaptor bars. One frame per seat. Order two for both front positions. If you are fitting seats into an Abarth Grande Punto and want advice on which Recaro model gives the best lateral support within the Abarth’s narrow sill-to-sill dimension, call us before ordering.











