Highlights

Just 6,245 miles from new
One former registered keeper, owned until September 2024
One of the first with an electrically operated roof
Never failed an MOT test, nor accrued any advisories

The Appeal

Yes, you did read that right. 6,245 miles.

That’s less distance than the average car covers in just one year here in the UK. If you’re a fan of the 916 Spider, you’d be hard-pressed to find another example anywhere near as good. It’s never failed an MOT nor accrued a single advisory!

Today’s Alfa Romeo range just isn’t the same without a Pininfarina-penned Spider. Collaboration between the two great Italian firms dates back to the 1930s, but it was the advent of the 101 Giulietta Spider in 1955 which cemented their relationship. It was the first car Pininfarina produced in large numbers and would go on to spawn a lineage of beautiful roadsters. The iconic 105 Series came next, and after that we got the supremely stylish 916 based upon Fiat’s front-wheel-drive ‘Tipo Due’ platform.

Praised as “one of the best sports cars of its time” by renowned Alfisti Jeremy Clarkson, the 916 GTV/Spider was highly regarded when it was new. And it continues to be a firm favourite among enthusiasts; an irrefutable modern classic. With its ultra-low mileage and enviable original condition, you don’t need us to tell you that this 2003 example is eminently worthy of your consideration. The vendor notes that it still drives like a new car. If you’ve always fancied an exotic Italian roadster, this is the car to buy.

The History and Paperwork

UK market 2003 example
Pre-facelift styling
6,245 miles (warranted)
One former registered keeper
Acquired by the vendor from the original owner in September 2024
‘888 RXM’ not included in the sale, although available via separate negotiation; the car will be reverted back to an age-appropriate registration
MOT until 5th September 2025
V5C present
Original Owner’s Manual
Old servicing invoice from Perrys and independent specialist Alfa Workshop/Jamie Porter Ltd
Old MOT certificates and invoices
Original book pack in very good condition
Original keys in very good condition
Sony stereo instructions

The Condition

Exceedingly clean and superbly presented inside and out
Straight bodywork with excellent panel/door fit and crisp swage lines
The electrically operated black folding convertible roof fabric looks in fantastic order and the mechanism reportedly operates well
All four alloy wheels present impeccably
Excellent-looking underside with no signs of rust to the floor pans or other corrosion-prone areas
As the photographs show, there are a few superficial stone chips to the front en , but otherwise the paint present beautifully, glossy across all panels and free from notable wear
Barely any wear apparent to the interior, in line with the ultra-low mileage
The tan leather upholstery looks hardly creased and not notably worn at all
Original tan carpets and ‘Spider’ embroidered over mats all loom to be in superb order
All controls, instruments and switchgear present impeccably
Original Sony DIN stereo(with removable fascia) retained
Very clean and tidy luggage compartment
Factory tool kit and space saver spare wheel cover present and in lovely order

The Mechanics

2.0-litre four-cylinder Twin-Spark twin-cam
Five-speed manual gearbox
Original-looking and well-presented engine compartment
Well-documented service history
The vendor notes that all electrics work, although passenger airbag light currently illuminated
We’re informed that the Alfa still drives like new, with tight, responsive performance and handling
No MOT advisories to report

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