Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 Veloce extensively restored almost 16,000€ invested (1973)

Vehicle description

Model history:

In 1966, with the debut of a new Spider, Alfa Romeo continued the tradition of the old Giulietta Spider. Initially, some enthusiasts had a hard time getting used to the new design, but the 1st generation, called "Duetto" (or round tail Spider because of its rear end shape), received a revised rear end, marked with a tear-off edge, as part of the model update starting in 1970 - and this 2nd generation sold quite successfully after all. The Alfa Romeo Spider of the 2nd generation (also called "Coda Tronca") could be ordered in many engine levels: From 1.3-liter to 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder ranged.

General information about the vehicle:

In this auction, an Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 Veloce from the year of manufacture 1973 can be auctioned. This Spider with the chassis number AK3042154 was first registered in the USA, in the 1980s the car then came to Holland and remained there until 2020 - from there the last owner imported the Alfa Romeo first to Germany and shortly afterwards to Spain. Now this owner wants to sell the Spider 2000 Veloce. According to the seller's information, a total of 3 owners are known. In the period from late 2020 to mid-2021, a restoration of the Alfa Romeo finally took place. Currently, the car has a German registration, in possession of an H-registration is already and a history to the vehicle is partially available. Worth mentioning is also a value appraisal prepared by Classic-Data. The car has been restored at a cost of 16.000€.

Exterior color/paint/bodywork:

According to the seller, the red paint presents itself in a basically well-preserved condition, only a few small stone chips as well as paint chips are to be complained about according to the current owner. As a defect on the windshield, the current owner states very small stone chips, which, however, according to him, is not an impairment. According to the owner, the chrome is also largely clean. For a detailed overview of the exterior and its state of preservation, we refer to the meaningful series of pictures of this vehicle. The seller declares the body to be accident- and rust-free.

Exterior Rims/Brakes/Chassis:

The seller estimates the condition of the tires to be 70-90% of their new condition, the current owner of the Alfa Romeo also attests 70-90% to the brakes. As rims serve 3-piece aluminum rims of the brand Enkei. A new rear axle (with shorter transmission) as well as a new Eibach suspension provide for an improved handling of the Alfa Romeo.

Interior:

In the interior of the Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 Veloce the first thing to be noticed are the black full leather seats as well as the 3-spoke wooden steering wheel. On the whole, the interior condition is still in good shape according to the seller's statements, only the carpets are not so good anymore and the dashboard shows a few cracks. For a more detailed overview of the interior, we refer to the many photos. In terms of equipment, among other things, there is a contemporary radio in the center console of this Alfa Romeo. Furthermore it is worth mentioning that there is still an original tarpaulin to the Spider.

Mile

The mileage can not be read off, because there is a mileage tachometer and a new engine was installed almost 11,750 km ago. According to the seller, the mileage to be read is not identical to the mileage of the new engine. The engine or the new technology, has run 11750 km. The total mileage the seller can not understand, but he estimates it 118,300 Miles. This would correspond to an annual mileage of about 3,800 km. .

Engine

The technology of this Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 Veloce underwent an extensive restoration: In June 2021, a new 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine was installed, which has 132 hp and has been equipped with Mahle pistons and overhauled Weber carburetors, among other things - in addition, a new transmission and a completely new exhaust system including manif

In the course of the restoration work, the electrical system was completely rewired and a new forged steering gear was fitted to the Alfa Romeo.

Spider 2000 Veloce underwent its last service in March 2022.

Underbody:

According to the seller, the underside of the Alfa Romeo Spider is rust-free and unwelded. Just like beautiful sports cars, beautiful convertibles belong to Italy like pasta and pizza: The Alfa Romeo Spider Cabriolet is no exception.

According to the current owner, 16,000€ were invested in the technology of this Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 Veloce

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For Italophile classic car enthusiasts who are looking for an honest Spider with a bit of patina, with which they can drive towards the next rays of sunshine, are well served with this classic red Spider.

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