Vehicle Description
1984 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce - 2.0L 4 Cylinder - Engine Rebuild at
95k Miles - 5 Speed Manual Transmission - Mediterranean Aqua Blue
Metallic Paint - Reupholstered Interior - Maintenance Receipts
Since New As a successor to the Giulia Spider, the Spider is a
two-seater, front engine, rear drive roadster that was manufactured
and marketed by Alfa Romeo from 1966 to 1994. With four distinct
generations, or Series, the Spider had many modifications ranging
from modest to extensive. The Series 3 Spider debuted in North
America for the 1982 model year with the introduction of the 2.0
litre Bosch electronic fuel injection which replaced the previous
mechanical injection. The 1983 model year brought further styling
revisions with the introduction of black rubber front and rear
bumpers, a front bumper incorporating the grille, a small soft
rubber spoiler, and various other minor mechanical and aesthetic
modifications. The interior received a new center console, lower
dash panels (to meet U.S. regulations) and a single monopod gauge
cluster with electronic gauges. For the North American market, a
model was marketed as the Graduate to acknowledge the model's
appearance in the 1967 film The Graduate, starring Dustin Hoffman.
The Graduate model was intended as a less expensive entry-level
Spider with the same engine and transmission as the similar
Quadrifoglio and Veloce models, but with steel wheels, manual
windows, vinyl seats and a vinyl top. Air conditioning and a
dealer-installed radio were the only options available for this
special designation. The Graduate model arrived in North America
for the 1985 model year and continued until 1990. Displayed here is
a 1984 model year Spider which is noted to have potentially been
garaged its entire life. Sporting Mediterranean Aqua Blue Metallic
paint and dark blue interior, this vehicle is quite a looker. The
paint has been well kept and shines with lustrous grace. The black
rubber spoiler and bumpers show well with no visible distortions,
fading or cracking. This Spider is also outfitted with 5-spoke
Campagnolo wheels that are set on new Pirelli tires. The dark blue
interior is documented to be a mix of factory and newer materials.
The crack free dash and stereo (complete with 6-disc changer) are
original while the bucket seats have been reupholstered and
received new cushions. The convertible top has been replaced when
the engine was overhauled and is well-fitting with a clear rear
window. Original gauges are in working order and the wooden shift
knob remains from the original owner. Under the hood is a 2.0 litre
twin cam inline-four that was rebuilt at 95k miles by an Alfa
specialist which included a new clutch kit, clutch master cylinder
and slave unit with the last few years. Additional service records
are included with the vehicle and note services that consist of new
timing chains, new gaskets, new motor mounts, and new alternator
and battery. Additional records and literature also accompany the
vehicle. Like the MGBs, Triumphs and Spitfires of this vintage,
this Alfa Romeo Spider provides just enough individuality that will
make any collector's day. Whether you have the top down or are
cruising to your road playlist, this Spider is a blast to drive and
would be a great vehicle for any automotive enthusiast. Please call
if interested or e-mail with specific questions. Thank you for
looking.
