Highlights

Left-hand drive example, well suited to touring the Continent
All floor pans and boot floor replaced outright rather than repaired
Considerable investment in sourcing original parts
Dry stored in an insulated garage since 2022
Vendor states the seats are original 1970s items with a pleasing patina

The Appeal

The long-lived Tipo 105/115 Spider endured four variations in all, of which the Series 2 is often heralded as the best of the bunch. With corrected high-speed stability and a much-improved interior over its Series 1 "Duetto" predecessor, the Series 2 was notably better to drive, without compromising on those Pininfarina good looks.

This 1975 car (1973 manufacture) has benefited from meaningful structural attention, with all floor pans and the boot floor replaced outright rather than patched, a thorough approach that bodes well for longevity. The vendor has spent a considerable sum sourcing original parts and has kept the car dry-stored in an insulated garage since purchasing it at auction in 2022. While the car would benefit from minor aesthetic and mechanical finishing touches, it is described as a thoroughly enjoyable car that draws admiring glances wherever it goes.

Key Information

Mileage: 48,538 km (indicated)
Country of registration: ROI
Technical inspection status: exempt
Technical specs: 1.6-litre Nord DOHC four-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual
Paperwork: Fiat group dating certificate, old French CT and ROI NCT certificates, UK V5C (previously registered in France from 2005 and in the UK from 2010)

The Detail

All floor pans and boot floor replaced rather than repaired
Minor corrosion repaired by a local garage during current ownership
Desirable headlamp covers fitted
Paintwork described by the vendor as still in very presentable condition
Rear valance shows some signs of age which can be seen in the photographs
Current colour is not original; originally cherry red, with evidence visible in the engine bay
Tyres and wheels reported in good condition
OEM alloy wheels
Rear bumper has the typical corner crack associated with this model; previously repaired but would benefit from professional attention
Soft top in good condition with a clear rear window and latching mechanism in good working order
Dash fitted with a removable Classic Alfa dash cover; original dash has sun damage
Original radio fitted but functionality unconfirmed by the current owner
Heater not used by the current owner and will need inspection
All indicators, brakes, wipers and other ancillaries reported to be in working order
New door cards supplied with the car
Would benefit from having an electronic starter fitted, the vendor states
Set of new HT leads included but never fitted
Less than 500 km covered since purchase in 2022

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