Highlights

Coveted right-hand drive example
Benefitting from copious mechanical work during previous ownership
Replacement roof and perspex light covers fitted
New Avon tyres just fitted on refurbished wheels with new trims.
Front seats freshly reupholstered

The Appeal

The 105/115 Series Spider proved one of Alfa Romeo’s most successful models; combining achingly pretty Pininfarina styling, Giuseppe Busso’s all-alloy twin-cam engine and well-engineered folding roof to great effect.

Produced over four generations from 1966 to 1994, the Spider epitomised Italy’s ‘Dolce Vita’, becoming a style icon the world over. Moreover, it was highly rated by drivers who praised its five-speed gearbox and competitive performance.

Here we have a highly usable and well-sorted Series II example from 1976. Supplied to the UK in right-hand drive and with the largest version of the Nord twin-cam Alfa offered, it boasts an exceedingly desirable specification.

The last owner carried out a great deal of work since they acquired it in 2012, resulting in a Spider that’s ready to drive or become the basis for further cosmetic improvement. Currently located in Ireland, the vendor is willing to assist with transport to the UK or the rest of Europe.

The History and Paperwork

UK-supplied in right-hand drive
Currently registered in Ireland
Acquired by the previous owner in 2012
According to the MOT history, it covered around 9,000 miles in previous ownership

The Condition

Dutch Blue paintwork with contrasting red interior
The replacement folding hood is still in very good order
Replamemt Carello-branded perspex headlamp colours remain clear and in good condition
A straight and seemingly solid example with some cosmetic imperfections upon closer inspection
Some welding has been carried out to meet MOT requirements
Comes with a new sill, front nose panel and front valance, four jacking points and four wheel arch liner panels (not fitted)
The upholstery exhibits very little wear and looks to have been replaced fairly recently
Well-preserved original wood-rimmed wheel by Personal
Retains the OEM rubber matting on the floors

The Mechanics

2.0-litre four-cylinder twin-cam with dual carburettors
Five-speed manual gearbox
The vendor reports that it runs well and drives correctly
Selects ratios smoothly with no second gear synchro issue (as often affects these cars)
The indicators are not currently self-cancelling - new stalk included (not fitted)
The oil pressure gauge is not currently working - new sender unit included (not fitted)
Electric fuel pump fitted by the previous owner
Replacement of all front and rear suspension bushes, ball joints, track rod ends, suspension arms, spring pans, shock absorbers and springs carried out
The carbs were stripped and rebuilt with new mounts and inlet manifold gaskets were also replaced
New brake servos

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