1997 Alfa Romeo Spider 916 2.0 Twin Spark
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Highlights
- Excellent condition throughout
- Low Mileage
- MOT’d and ready to drive
The Appeal
It’s often said that everyone who loves cars should own an Alfa at least once and we think that this is that Alfa.
This 916 Spider features the fantastic 2.0 Twin Spark engine with bags of torque and a sublime sound it’s everything you want from a naturally aspirated engine.
Whilst the V6 Busso engines are much sought after, the Twin Sparks come with a massive weight advantage which really allows you to make the most of the fantastic handling the Spider offers.
This 916 Spider features the fantastic 2.0 Twin Spark engine with bags of torque and a sublime sound it’s everything you want from a naturally aspirated engine.
Whilst the V6 Busso engines are much sought after, the Twin Sparks come with a massive weight advantage which really allows you to make the most of the fantastic handling the Spider offers.
But the fantastic engine and handling are not all this Alfa has to offer; the classic Italian Alfa Romeo styling is simply gorgeous. Alfa’s always look good, but the GTV and Spider are in a league of their own.
The distinctive shape is instantly recognisable and when the beautiful design is combined with a driving experience this good it makes for a car that’s hard to beat.
The distinctive shape is instantly recognisable and when the beautiful design is combined with a driving experience this good it makes for a car that’s hard to beat.
In excellent condition throughout and with low mileage this Spider is a perfect opportunity to acquire one of these brilliant cars that’s ready to enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
- V5 Present
- MOT until May 2023
- An invoice dated 2018 for oil and filter change, cambelt and a new clutch master cylinder
- An invoice dated 2020 for an oil and filter change
- An invoice dated 2020 for a full set of new genuine Alfa Romeo spark plugs
- Original owners manual
- Private reg plate "M500 SPY" is included in the sale
The Interior
- Very good condition throughout
- Part leather interior
- One area of significant wear to the upper drivers seat bolster
- Spider floor mats
The moment we first slid in down behind the steering wheel of an Alfa Romeo we fell in love and this Spider is a perfect example of why Alfa’s have that effect.
The deeply recessed instrument cluster, all of the dials on the centre console angled towards the driver, the embossed Alfa Romeo logo on the seats (with high bolsters) and the low slung driving position all tell you that this car is going to be a lot of fun to drive.
The quality of the materials and finish is excellent and the whole package together makes for a very special driving experience.
The deeply recessed instrument cluster, all of the dials on the centre console angled towards the driver, the embossed Alfa Romeo logo on the seats (with high bolsters) and the low slung driving position all tell you that this car is going to be a lot of fun to drive.
The quality of the materials and finish is excellent and the whole package together makes for a very special driving experience.
With the exception of an area of wear to the upper drivers bolster as pictured, the interior shows very little signs of wear and presents very well. From the dashboard to the door cards, it’s all in very good condition and everything works as it should.
The Exterior
- Finished in metallic grey
- Excellent condition
- All four wheels present very well
- The hood is in very good condition
Few cars look as good as an Alfa Romeo Spider and this one finished in metallic grey and in excellent condition is no exception.
All four wheels are in excellent condition along with the hood, light lenses and trim. This car presents excellently and looks good from every angle.
All four wheels are in excellent condition along with the hood, light lenses and trim. This car presents excellently and looks good from every angle.
The Mechanics
- Long MOT
- Starts easily, idles smoothly
- The owner informs us that it drives perfectly
- Recent new cambelt
- Regularly serviced
- Kept garaged by the current owner
The engine bay presents well and the underside is very clean as can be seen in the images.
The car starts with a flick of the key, idles smoothly with no unwanted sounds and the owner reports that it drives exactly as it should.
The car starts with a flick of the key, idles smoothly with no unwanted sounds and the owner reports that it drives exactly as it should.
Summary
Few manufactures have such dedicated owners clubs and so strong a reputation for being driver's cars as does Alfa Romeo, and with good reason; they always feature bold Italian styling and combine it with fantastic engines.
This Spider has both and with low mileage and in excellent condition it’s the perfect car for you to experience Alfa Romeo ownership yourself.
This Spider has both and with low mileage and in excellent condition it’s the perfect car for you to experience Alfa Romeo ownership yourself.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1997
- Make Alfa Romeo
- Model Spider 916 2.0 Twin Spark
- Colour Grey
- Odometer 41,848 Miles
- Engine size 1970
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Calne
- Location Wiltshire
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- pa•••• £5,100 20/07/22
- ch•••• £5,000 20/07/22
- pa•••• £4,800 20/07/22
- ch•••• £4,500 20/07/22
- pa•••• £4,000 20/07/22
- ha•••• £3,800 19/07/22
- ad•••• £3,600 19/07/22
- ha•••• £3,500 19/07/22
- ad•••• £3,300 19/07/22
- Ch•••• £3,000 18/07/22
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