1972 Alfa Romeo Spider

Convertible

2000

Manual

AR3040272

Clear

Gasoline

1972 Alfa Romeo Spider Barn FindThis 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is the earliest documented 2 liter spider in the USA. It is a very original car and would be a great basis for a restoration. It runs, drives and stops and with a little work could be a great spider to drive while you restore the cosmetics on it.The 71-74 Spiders are the best of the Kamm tail series 2 spiders, and I prefer the 71-72 years with the chrome bumpers without the bumps that came in 73/74. Classic Motorsports magazine just ran a spider comparison test and named the 71-74 spider the winner, with prices ranging from $7500-$15000 for good examples.This spider is very original, down to the tool kit still in the trunk and the plastic air intake tube. It was originally white but was repainted red at some point. The red paint has faded but the color returns with a good polish. It has a period 70s era Clarion radio that still works and is likely original to the car. Based on its condition I believe it originally came from California and has lived in California or Oregon its entire life. The body is very rust free, but it does have a little rust in the usual areas for a spider including behind the front wheels (where dirt collects behind the splash shields), in the floor boards and in the spare tire well. It appears based on receipts and plates that the car was last used regularly in about 1994. CA blue license plates plus a few Oregon plates from 1990-1992 were found in the trunk.I will be as honest as I can about the condition of the car, and will answer any reasonable questions to the best of my ability. While the car runs and drives it will need to be towed due to a cracked steering box. It can be moved relatively easily, but for safety reasons it can not be driven away.Fun fact -- this car was previously owned by former Oregon State Representative David Wu, and still has a set of personalized plates that will go with the car.I am a long time Alfisti and have owned or restored over 10 Alfa Romeos including 3 71-74 spiders, so I know the common issues, rust areas, strengths and weaknesses.The spider will be sold as is with no warranty.VEHICLE CONDITION:* Odometer shows 24,xxx miles. Is more likely 124,xxx miles* Engine starts easily and runs well. Good compression, still has original SPICA mechanical fuel injection and Marelli distributor* Repainted at some point in red. Paint is faded but in good condition on most of the car, with 2 or 3 areas that will need touching up.* Minimal rust, but present behind wheels, in floors, and spare tire well. Rockers are solid.* Some typical bondo in nose* One dent on passenger side behind door, one on passenger rear side under rear bumper, one on driver side in front of wheel at bottom of fender* Original rubber mats present and in good condition, including trunk mats* Original tool kit, jack and spare tire included* Dash is cracked from sun exposure* Seats have good foam but the seams have split and will need recovering * Door panels are intact but warped* Wipers, heater fan, and flashers work* High beams work, low beams and turn signals currently not working -- likely dirty switch* Period Clarion radio works* All gauges work except fuel gauge -- most likely sending unit is frozen* Stainless steel bumpers in very good condition, including original nerf bar covering grill and front license plate holder* All doors, windows work properly* Larger fuel tank * Older 175/70R14 tires with good tread* Top needs to be replaced, but is mostly there.RECENT WORK DONE SINCE PURCHASE:* Both front brake calipers rebuilt* New rubber brake hoses, front and rear* Old fuel drained* New fuel lines and both fuel filters replaced* New radiator cap* New cam cover gasket* New spark plugs* Compression, valve clearances, and cam timing all checkedWORK DONE BY PREVIOUS OWNERS WITH RECEIPTS:* New brake booster* New brake master cylinder* New clutch* New rear brake pads SHIPPING AND PAYMENT A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required within 24 hours of the auction end. Full payment is due by wire transfer within 3 business days. Vehicle must be picked up within 7 calendar days of auction end. We can meet your shipper with an appointmentPlease contact us to schedule an appointment to see it, or to learn more about the spider. I am happy to provide additional photos or information, but I prefer talking via phone. Vehicle is shown by appointment only. Esprit Motors LLC Fun Cars for Awesome People 1102 NE Shaver St. Portland, OR 97212 Oregon Dealer DA3964 Stock #040272 (last 6 digits of VIN) At Esprit Motors LLC we believe in honesty, transparency and a low-pressure sales environment. Disclaimer: All vehicles subject to prior sale, but we do our best to remove the ad as soon as a vehicle has sold. We reserve the right to make changes without notice and are not responsible for errors or omissions. Advertised price does not include DMV fees, or dealer title and registration document preparation fee.