Recently received a high-quality body and interior restoration worth €20,000
Car with matching serial numbers confirmed by RIAR and ASI
Extensive historical documentation with receipts, invoices and photographs
Only four owners from new
The 75th Spider built of only 2,255 produced
A car of the highest quality in classic Alfa Red
The Attractions
The Tipo 106 was perhaps the last of a very special type of Alfa Romeo model. In fact, before turning to large production cars, the company concentrated on high-end sports cars produced in limited numbers, with hand-built bodies. And the 2600 Spider and Coupé were just such cars.
The Spider is also, according to many, one of the most beautiful cars ever made. The Touring lines reveal great attention to detail and stand out particularly well in the classic Alfa red of this esmplare. This car has been carefully cared for with no expense spared throughout its life. It is one of the first Spyders produced - reportedly the 75th built - and the bodywork, exterior trim, brakes and other systems and accessories were restored between 2016 and 2017 at a cost of €20,000. Previously, in the 1990s, the interior was restored and the engine overhauled.
Its history is equally impressive. It has had only four owners since 1963 and, along with invoices, receipts and photographs dating back to the 1970s, the historical documentation includes ASI certification, registration papers and certificate of ownership. The rear bumper bears the ASI Gold Targa.
The condition of this car is truly remarkable and gives us the feeling that we are in front of a collector's car ready both to be admired and to be driven and appreciated on the road.
History and Documentation
First registered in 1963
Believed to be model number 673 of the Model 106 and the 75th Spider built
Four owners from new
Purchased from the seller in 2017 after restoration
Has rarely been used since purchase and has covered few kilometres
Has participated in top classic car events and rallies since 2017
Registered in Italy for its entire life
Registration papers and certificate of ownership
ASI certified with Targa Oro
We have been informed that the serial numbers match and have been verified by ASI
Registered with Registro Italiano Alfa Romeo (RIAR) since 1983
Acquired by the previous owner from a well-known Umbrian collector
Original manuals and service booklets
Extensive historical documentation including receipts, invoices and photographs dating back to the 1970s
Restored in the 1990s with interior refurbishment, new roof and engine overhaul
Further restoration between 2016 and 2017 at a cost of €20,000 described below
Summary of restoration 2016-2017:
Restored using original spare parts supplied by specialist Afra
Original parts included gaskets and lights
Interior, boot, bonnet, doors and windscreen removed
Repainted in Alfa Red from bare metal
Replaced carpets and restored bottoms
Exterior trim rechromed
Body parts removed and galvanised where possible
Steel wheels restored and fitted with new tyres
Fuel tank restored and sealed
Water and oil coolers restored
Complete oil and filter service
Brakes overhauled
Condition
Restored in 2017 and finished with stunning paintwork in classic Alfa Red
True to original specification inside and out and in excellent condition
Bodywork and exterior trim restored as described above
Body panels restored to a high standard, including galvanising
Underbody in very good condition with no problems to report
New roof true to original specification installed in the 1990s and still in excellent condition
Restored steel wheels with chrome wheel covers in very good condition
Black leather interior true to factory specification, including three-spoke steering wheel and period radio
2+2 interior has been reupholstered and shows minimal signs of use due to limited mileage
Unmodified cockpit with additional oil pressure gauge housed very discreetly under the dashboard
We have been told that the water temperature gauge has been replaced but the other Veglia dials are original
The quality of the restoration received by this car, which lasted two years and was completed in 2017, brings out the wonderful lines designed by Touring, further enhanced by numerous fascinating details and the skilful use of chrome. Finished in classic Alfa Red, this car has been very rarely used since the restoration, offering its next buyer all the benefits of the many attentions it has received.
The interior is equally well maintained, unmodified, true to the original specification and finished in black leather that matches the roof.
This car is as rewarding to admire as it is to drive. Its condition is evident from the photographs and it would be a valuable addition to any collection.
The Mechanics
Alfa Romeo six-cylinder d 2,584cm³ engine rebuilt in the 1990s
5-speed manual gearbox described to us as efficient and quiet
Car with matching serial numbers verified by ASI certification
Fitted with three Solex carburettors
Serviced during restoration and very rarely used afterwards
Mechanics overhauled during restoration as described above
No operating or driving problems reported to us
The Model 106 was Alfa Romeo's flagship, and the first cars produced, like this one, were equipped with a powerful and elastic six-cylinder engine with 145 hp, powered by three carburettors.
We are told that the engine was overhauled in the 1990s and that the mechanics, systems and accessories received further attention during the restoration work completed seven years ago. The result is a car in excellent running condition that requires no further attention from the buyer.
The extensive historical documentation testifies to the very limited use that has been made of it since the 1970s. All work has been carried out by top-class brand specialists and experts.
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Vehicle specification
Year1963
MakeAlfa Romeo
Model2600 Spider
Colour
Odometer47,109 Kilometres
Engine size2600
Auction Details
Seller TypePrivate
Town
Vercelli
CountryItaly
Bidding history
13
bids
from 7
bidders
young.c••••€57,50029/06/24
Mdecbe€55,00029/06/24
young.c••••€52,50029/06/24
Mdecbe€50,00029/06/24
gaetano••••€49,00029/06/24
cverdug••••€46,00029/06/24
Mdecbe€45,00028/06/24
chrdege••••€40,00028/06/24
gaetano••••€35,00025/06/24
janenan••••€30,25025/06/24
chrdege••••€30,00024/06/24
bcarldc••••€25,25024/06/24
chrdege••••€25,00023/06/24
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