2007 Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction
Lot
11
1987 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider
Result: PASSED IN
Location: melbourne
Passed In
Specifications
Engine | In-line 4-cylinder, 1962cc |
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Gearbox | 5-speed manual |
Body Work | Spider |
Colour | Clotted Cream |
Interior | Saddle |
Trim | Leather |
Wheels | Cast Alloy |
Brakes | Discs |
Description
This lot is no
longer available
An iconic Italian sports car, the Alfa Romeo Spider was introduced in 1966 as the Duetto and was immortalised the following year by Dustin Hoffman in The Graduate, even to the extent of adopting the movie's name in recognition of its starring role. The Spider had lovely, timeless styling by Italian design studio Pininfarina that still looks fresh today - the only major change made during the production life of the model was the restyled Kamm-type tail section. Originally equipped with a five-speed gearbox, disc brakes all round and lively 1600cc twin-cam engine, the motor was enlarged to 2-litres for 1971, providing a noticeable boost in torque. The Alfa Romeo Spider was an enduring sales success for the Italian marque, with an amazing 82,500 examples completed by the time production finally ceased in the 1990s. The Alfa Romeo Spider is an affordable, eminently practical Italian classic sports car that combines sexy styling, nimble handling and ample performance and will bring real enjoyment to the fortunate new owner.