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2007 Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction
Lot
11

1987 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider

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melbourne

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Specifications

Engine In-line 4-cylinder, 1962cc
Gearbox 5-speed manual
Body Work Spider
Colour Clotted Cream
Interior Saddle
Trim Leather
Wheels Cast Alloy
Brakes Discs

Description

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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.