Highlights
- Repainted in January 2024
- Extensive restoration of mechanics and electrical system
- Has covered only 42,126 km since new with only three previous owners
The Appeal
The name 'Spider' has identified numerous Italian convertibles over the years, including Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Lancia and Fiat. The Turin-based company's Spider 850 was launched together with the Coupé version at the 1965 Geneva Motor Show, with an 843 cm³ engine suitably tuned to deliver 49 hp, increased to 903 cm³ and upgraded in 1968. A power that may seem meagre, but thanks to its low weight of just 725 kilograms, it allowed the 850 Spider to reach 145 km/h.
This 1969 example is particularly attractive thanks to significant attention recently received, including a complete repaint and restoration of the chrome bumpers, making it as beautiful as it is fun to drive. The seller informed us that the engine and other mechanical parts have been thoroughly overhauled and that the last service was carried out only two months ago. The electrical system was also restored and serviced in April 2024.
If you're looking for an 850 Spider in great shape and ready to drive, this really is an opportunity not to be missed.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in Italy in 1969
- The odometer shows 42,126 km
- Only three owners since new
- Accompanied by Italian documentation
- Mechanical service carried out two months ago
- Electrical system restored and checked in April 2024
The Condition
- We have been informed that the bodywork is in excellent condition and looks very good in the photographs
- The seller claims to have detected no traces of corrosion
- Complete repainting carried out in January 2024
- Chrome bumpers restored in January 2024
- Interior trim was redone three years ago and presents very well indeed
- The seller reports a small crack on the passenger-side dashboard
The Mechanics
- In-line four-cylinder engine of 903 cm³
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- Engine and mechanics recently overhauled and in full working order
- Electrical system restored in April 2024 and fully functional
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