Comprehensive service history with invoices but cannot find the service booklet
Rarely used in recent years
SORNed since July 2023
The Appeal
The Alfa Romeo Spider JTS LE is a captivating blend of Italian design and performance, making it a sought-after model among enthusiasts. This particular 2008 example stands out with its low mileage of just 22,777 miles and a single owner from new, ensuring a well-documented history and minimal wear for its age.
This Spider JTS LE has been cherished by its owner, who bought it as a retirement treat. Despite being SORNed since July 2023 due to health reasons, the car has been meticulously maintained, with a comprehensive service history and invoices for major and minor works. The car's striking red exterior paired with a black/grey interior adds to its allure, making it a head-turner on the road.
History and Paperwork
Registered in 2008
One owner from new
MOT expired in June 2023
No advisories on MOT dated 27/06/2022
Last service on 09/02/2021 included resealing clam shells, draining and refilling roof pump, and rectifying driver's window switch
Advisories from last service: requires roof pump, front and rear indicators showing white light, roof requires steam clean, upper wishbones perished but no play, smell of fuel around the tank, surface corrosion to front subframe
Two main problems recalled: leak in the boot but this now appears dry and door window appears to be working ok. There is water ingress at top of closed windows whilst washing it with a hose
SORNed since 03/07/2023
The Condition
Small dent below the boot at the rear (see photo)
Hood could use a clean
Unable to inspect the underneath of the car
Parked on a lawn for a few months (previously always on a concrete drive)
Leather upholstery
Interior shows evidence of damp due to lack of use
Attempted cleaning the interior, much improved where accessible
No visible damage to the interior
Mats are in good condition but could use valeting
Clear lacquer on red paint above the boot is peeling off also in a few other spots
Clear lacquer on wing mirrors is peeling off
Mirrors show signs of rust along lower edges
Stored outside
Unable to open the boot electronically but can do with emergency lever behind passenger seat
Shallow dent to bodywork immediately below the passenger door
The Mechanics
Engine capacity of 2,198 cc
Manual transmission with 6 gears
Electrical fault drains the battery
Three new batteries over the last three years
Car starts beautifully and shows no other problems when the battery is functional
Needs a new battery
Roof pump replaced previously but we cannot guarantee its operability
Intermittent window opening fault - when locking the car it takes 2 locks to close all the way
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