Engine rebuild in 2006 and refurbishment of the suspension and brakes in 2021 and 2024
Colour change from Champagne Metallic to Rosso Red in 2001
The Appeal
If you think of a compendium of Italian pedigree, and jam it into one car, it's likely the Spider won't be too far off of the result. Stunning, disciplined yet seductive lines matched with a laudable Nord Twin-Cam make these roadsters an immensely rewarding purchase decades later.
This sharply-appointed example, with its vibrant Rosso Red exterior, has been well maintained and restored over the years, with a comprehensive restoration programme carried out over the last 8 years. The car's engine was rebuilt in 2006, and the suspension and brakes were refurbished in 2021 and 2024 respectively.
The result is a simply superb example of a highly desirable car.
The History and Paperwork
Registered in 1976
10 former registered keepers
Bought 20 years ago from a colleague who had owned it for 4 years
Bare-metal restoration and colour change in 2001
Colour change in 2001 from Champagne Metallic to Rosso Red
Extensive restoration in 2016, including work on the floorpan and n/s sill
Comprehensive, specialist restoration programme over the last 8 years
Extensive and evidenced history over the last 25 years
Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
Currently indicates 67,337 miles on a five-figure odometer
Several restorations since then, including:
Engine rebuild in 2006
Extensive work on the floorpan in 2016
Electrical overhaul in 2018
Rust treatment and bodywork in 2019
Refurbishment of the suspension and brakes in 2021 and 2024 respectively
The Condition
Minor rust issues were treated and painted during the restoration process
Body was sound after restoration, but the paintwork needed attention
Paintwork was addressed in 2019, along with the restoration of cowled headlamps
Light paint loss around the sills, commensurate with use
Everything externally is now in fine fettle
Wheels are in good order with Avon Z75 tyres
Underside is free of any significant corrosion
Soft top is in fine fettle, drum-tight and easily retracted
Seats were reupholstered in 2001 and appear in smart condition for their age
Floor mats were replaced with rubber originals in 2019
Seatbelts and door cards were renewed
Remaining work required includes:
Replacing the centre console
Repairing the radio
Addressing the milky rear window of the soft top
The Mechanics
1,962cc Nord Twin-Cam I4 powerplant
Manual transmission with 5 gears
Dellorto carburettors
Has twin circuit, servoed disc brakes all around
Reportedly handles well thanks to a refurbished suspension
We're informed it drives well with healthy oil pressure
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