Winning bid
£35,750

1969 Alfa Romeo 'Duetto' Spider 1750

Highlights

  • Coveted right-hand drive example
  • Upgraded with a 2.0-litre engine
  • Major service recently completed
  • (Voluntary) MOT valid until 29th July 2025 and advisory-free
  • 123 electronic ignition installed

The Appeal

To choose the name of its brand-new 105/115 Series Spider, Alfa Romeo let the Italian people decide via a write-in competition. Today, such a poll would likely lead to it being called something like "Car-yMcCarface" but fortunately, the people of '60s Italy took it seriously. Snr Trionfi of Brescia won with "Duetto" meaning "duet" - which was most apt for a two-seater car with two overhead camshafts. Trademark issues meant that the name remained unofficial, but to this day, the Duetto name has stuck.

Early Spiders remain exceedingly desirable, and it isn't difficult to see why. It's a strong contender for the most beautiful car of all time, and from behind the wheel, it's equally impressive to drive thanks to that fabulous all-alloy Nord twin-cam.

This 1969 example is right-hand drive - a real rarity. The vendor informs us that its original 1,750 cc engine has been substituted for a later 2,000 cc unit which was fitted to later Spiders and other 105 Series Alfas. This provides an upgrade in power and torque, while a 123 electronic ignition system ensures reliable performance. A major service has been completed in readiness for sale, while the car has also been voluntarily submitted for MOT testing where it passed with flying colours.

Mechanicals aside, this Duetto is in lovely condition, classically finished in Rosso and complete with a well-fitting hood. A current UK V5C is present, as is DVLA correspondence regarding registering the car and invoices relating to the June 2024 servicing work.

If you're after an early Alfa Romeo Spider that's ready to enjoy, this is a most worthy candidate.

History and Paperwork

  • 1969 model year
  • Right-hand drive
  • Recently road registered in the UK (as of May 2024)
  • MOT valid until July 2025
  • Major service completed in June 2024
  • Invoice from Classic Alfa for service parts
  • Workshop manual
  • Current UK V5C

The Condition

  • Superb boat-tail bodywork in very good condition
  • Straight panels with good door fit down both sides
  • Very smart paint, brightwork and badging
  • Well-fitting soft top which the vendor demonstrates folding correctly 
  • OEM painted steel wheels with hubcaps
  • High-quality Michelin tyres fitted
  • Desirable headlamp perspex covers fitted
  • All looks well underneath, with no obvious causes for concern
  • Well-preserved original upholstery with minimal wear
  • The controls, instruments and switches all present well
  • DIN stereo fitted
  • Well-presented luggage compartment complete with various tools and spare wheel

The Mechanics

  • 2,000 cc Nord four-cylinder twin-cam fitted
  • Five-speed manual gearbox
  • 123 electronic ignition installed
  • Impeccable engine compartment
Recent servicing includes:
  • New fluids and hoses 
  • New starter motor and clutch slave cylinder
  • Fresh spark plugs
  • Replacement fan belt
  • New air and fuel filters
  • Tune/balance carburettors
  • New prop shaft centre-mount


 
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Auction Details

  • Year1969
  • MakeAlfa Romeo
  • ModelSpider (Duetto)
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer96,879 Miles
  • Engine size2000cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownEccleshall
  • CountyStaffordshire
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

19 Bids

neil@ed••••
Bid
£35,750
16/08/24
Ant3484••••
Bid
£35,500
16/08/24
Ant3484••••
Bid
£35,250
16/08/24
neil@ed••••
Bid
£35,000
16/08/24
Campbel••••
Bid
£33,000
16/08/24
neil@ed••••
Bid
£32,500
16/08/24
dalanbl••••
Bid
£30,000
15/08/24
tom_13••••
Bid
£29,500
14/08/24
neil@ed••••
Bid
£27,500
14/08/24
tom_13••••
Bid
£26,000
13/08/24

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