Key features

Stylish ‘triple black’ colour scheme
Well-maintained car with a 2-litre Alfa twin-cylinder engine
Confirmed matching serial numbers
From a collector’s collection and stored indoors
Registered in France

The appeal

For those who want to get out and about in their car, the late Series 2 Spider holds great appeal. These cars retain the classic look of the early chrome bumpers but feature the lively and distinctive 2-litre version of Alfa’s magnificent ‘Nord’ twin-cylinder engine.

Whilst most are painted in Alfa red, this ‘triple black’ 1979 model is a refreshing and rare variation. It is in good overall condition for a 47-year-old car, with a few cosmetic issues to note in the photographs. The seller reports that the chassis and underbody are in good condition and that the 1,962 cm³ engine and 5-speed gearbox are running well.

Coming from an enthusiast’s collection and having been stored indoors, this Spider appears to have been cherished throughout its life. It is a car with matching serial numbers, ready to be enjoyed.

The seller states:

‘This vehicle comes from the collection of a true motoring enthusiast. It is in excellent overall condition and has retained a high degree of authenticity and originality. Its excellent condition and authentic character won us over and motivated us to acquire it.

“The 1979 Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 offers a quintessentially Italian driving experience. Its 2.0-litre engine is smooth, responsive and lively at high revs, accompanied by a particularly pleasant and sporty sound. The rear-wheel drive, precise steering and the car’s light weight give it a lively and enjoyable handling character, particularly on winding roads. With the soft top down, this Spider offers everything you’d expect from a true classic roadster: character, thrills and plenty of driving pleasure.”

Key details

Mileage: 57,260 km (reported as accurate but not independently verified)
Country of registration: France
MOT status: expired
Technical specifications: 1,962 cm³ four-cylinder petrol engine, 5-speed manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive
Documents: French and German registration documents

Details

Attractive black paintwork with matching interior and roof
The seller rates the paintwork as very good, with few imperfections and slight signs of wear
A scratch on the wheel arch and other areas as shown in the photos
Fitted with Campagnoli Millerighe alloy wheels with a matching spare wheel
Matching Uniroyal tyres fitted
Black folding fabric roof in good condition with some signs of age
Soft top described by the seller as well-preserved and closing properly
Slight stains to note on the headlining
Black vinyl interior with matching carpets in fair condition
Seats in good condition, with signs of age visible on the carpets as shown in the photos
Cracks at the top of the dashboard as shown
Fitted with a classic-style Blaupunkt car radio with a CD changer installed in the boot
The seller rates the interior as very good, with few imperfections and slight signs of wear
The seller states that, at first glance, no evidence of major structural repairs has been found
Black paintwork described by the seller as fresh and glossy with only slight signs of use
The seller states that the car may have been repainted in the past
The chrome trim is reported to be in very good condition
The seller states that the engine starts well when cold and when warm and runs smoothly
The gearbox is reported to change gears smoothly and precisely
The brakes and suspension are described by the seller as being in very good condition
Arrived at the seller’s premises under its own power

BEFORE YOU BUY

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