Highlights
- Early Series III model with the desirable pre-facelift interior
- Free-revving 1.6-litre variant of the much-loved Nord twin-cam
- Highly original, including OEM steel wheels, hub caps and wood-rimmed Hellebore steering wheel
- Convertible roof in very smart order
The Appeal
While the Series III Alfa Romeo Spider would come to be known as the model that introduced the striking Quadrifoglio body kits, “teledial” alloy wheels and “pod dash” interiors, early examples such as this 1985 model are sure to appeal to those seeking something more classic. Retaining the interior of its Series II “Coda Tronca” predecessor, sitting upon painted steel wheels with polished hubcaps and devoid of ‘80s body kits, we think this 1985 Spider is a very handsome machine. Most were sold with 2.0-litre engines, but this one is the lesser-seen 1.6, which is loved by many for its free-revving nature.
The Spider shows 127,265 km on the odometer and looks in very original order. We appreciate the original steel wheels, exquisite Hellebore steering wheel and the Borg digital clock (with stopwatch function), not to mention those beautiful Jaeger instruments…
Well-presented and reportedly ready to go, this Spider is one to consider if you’re looking for a stylish, engaging convertible sports car.
The History and Paperwork
- 127,265 km indicated
- Factory left-hand drive
- Located and registered in Spain
The Condition
- Classically finished in red
- Pininfarina coachwork in very smart visual order
- Small dent in the lower portion of the driver’s door
- Minor age-commensurate wear to the otherwise glossy and well-presented paintwork
- Folding soft top appears in smart order including the PVC rear window
- Original steel wheels and hubcaps in smart condition
- The plastic bumpers and rubber rear spoiler appear in very good shape
- Smart badging, glass and chrome
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre ball-alloy four-cylinder Nord twin-cam
- Carburated model with twin dual-throat carburettors
- Five-speed manual gearbox
- Well-presented engine bay
- We understand the Spider to be in good mechanical order, with no known issues reported by the vendor
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