Description
The fourth series of the Spider, direct heir to the famous line that began in 1966 with the Duetto, is the final evolution of this classic model before the arrival of the more modern Spider in 1995 (Project 916).
Key features:
• Exterior design: Elegant restyling and a cleaner look, with integrated bumpers painted to the body colour (discarding the black rubber ones from the third series). The rear lights become wider and horizontal.
• 2. 0 Twin Cam engine producing 115 hp (Bosch Motronic electronic fuel injection)
• Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox.
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive.
• Chassis: Still based on the traditional ladder-frame with open bodywork.
• Interiors: Improved materials and build quality; new dash, more modern than previous versions.
• Weight: About 1, 100 kg, maintaining the characteristic agility.
• Power steering as standard.
• Soft top improved for insulation and ease of use.
• Better corrosion protection.
This series marked almost thirty years of continuous production of the 'classic' Spider (since 1966).
It is highly regarded because it blends vintage charm with comfort and greater reliability than the earlier versions. Often it is simply called the ‘elegant’ by enthusiasts, in reference to its main distinctive feature.
The car we are offering is concours-condition, single owner with demonstrable 52, 000 km.
It underwent a mechanical restoration a few months ago to make it drivable and reliable for everyday use (engine mounts, service with all oils, filters, belts, spark plugs and plug leads, both fuel pumps new including the filters, fuel-tank float, brake pump) with new tyres and a full overhaul.
Original soft top in good preserved condition, treated with excellent waterproofing, free from leaks.
Its original steering wheel is available in excellent condition.
A car in this condition and with this mileage is hard to come by.
