1975 Alfa-Romeo 2000 Spider Veloce   Registration Number: JY...

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£18,000 - £22,000

1975 Alfa-Romeo 2000 Spider Veloce
 
Registration Number: JYO 383N
Chassis Number: AR*2470879
Recorded Mileage: 85,800 miles
 
- Original RHD example, with 6 previous owners
- Recent £30,000+ comprehensive restoration
 
Widely regarded as a design classic, the Spider remained in production for almost three decades, with only minor aesthetic and mechanical changes. The final Alfa Romeo Spider was the last rear wheel drive Alfa Romeo of that era. The Series II cars, built from 1970 until the early 1980s, moved from the elegant boat-tail to the more efficient Kamm version, whilst retaining the stylish chrome bumpers. The new Spider also gained a new two-litre engine, whose 132bhp and 134lb/ft of torque finally gave the car the power it always deserved. With a five-speed manual gearbox and a kerb weight of just over a ton, the Spider’s performance was sparkling; 0-60 in 8.5 seconds on the way to a top speed of 120mph!
 
This very attractive RHD Spider has been in current ownership since 2017 as part of a prestigious classic car collection. In current ownership the Spider has enjoyed a massive and comprehensive restoration, at a very significant cost. The Alfa was stripped, material blasted and etch primed, before a number of new panels were let into the body. All parts were supplied by specialist Classic Alfa, including front floors, boot floor/spare wheel well, inner arches, A and B pillars, sills, outer wings, bonnet and boot lid. Once prepared, the spider was finished in a beautiful shade of Verde Ischia with the restoration carried out by renowned restorers 355 International
 
The 2-litre engine was rebuilt by specialist Alfa-Romeo engineering firm Bob Dove Motorsports, with new pistons and liners, oil pump, valves, chains and so on. Cooling is improved with a new radiator and hoses, meanwhile the car breathes easily through a new exhaust system.
 
Bob Dove also overhauled the gearbox, mating it to a new clutch and bell housing, with a new clutch servo and master cylinder. Stopping has been improved with all new brake lines, servo and callipers/backing plates all round. The suspension was overhauled with new linkages, springs and pans, and rebound straps. The electrical system was treated to a new loom. The body, mechanicals and brakes/suspension make it an all but new car underneath. To complete the car the hood frame was powder coated and refitted with a new hood and header rail. Many new chrome items were added, all rubber seals, carpets and seat belts installed, and new tyres fitted all round. It was decided to keep the interior trim as original, which as such shows some minor signs of age to the seats. centre console and switchgear. We understand the electrical system will still require a small amount of time due to one or two complications with the new look.
 
With now 85,800 miles recorded, given the huge amount of work and investment put into the car, we believe this beautiful classic Alfa-Romeo offers exceptional value for money in the current market. An extremely stylish companion for the summer months, and offered at just the right time to make the most of the sunshine.