1977 Alfa Romeo Spider

Convertible

4-cyl. 1962cc/110hp Spica Mechanical Fuel Injectio

Manual

AR115410001442

Clear

Gasoline

1977 Alfa Romeo Spider 2000, running "Winter" project. "CLEAR TITLE". This lucky Italian was born on 7/77 and is in fairly good shape for a 40 year old classic! Beautiful curvaceous Pininfarina lines and the best designed spider cockpit - one could look at those Speedo/RPM cowls all day! Acquired it in June 2014 and driven approximately 50 miles from Mill Valley to Bay Point. Driven around the block once and started every other week. Purchased as-is with issues as described below, with the intention to fix it. Owned several spiders in the past and as they say Always Looking For Another and couldn't resist it! But after some hard thinking the GTV6 stays - can only concentrate on one project, with lack of indoor parking the other reason for sale. Engine sounds strong, good oil pressure. There was some hesitation at 55-60 mph during the drive home. You will notice in the video that there is a 'miss' when approaching the 4000 RPM mark. My guess is the fuel pump and/or filter needs checking (noticed some fuel leaking when started for video on 11/8/14). The red "MSD" ignition unit is disconnected. Has typical 2nd gear synchro grind, but if you know Alfa's and give it a few seconds between shifts, works fine. Marks it's territory - typical Alfa oil leaks! Radiator has a leak and needs to be re-cored. Previous owner was using 'stop leak'. He sold it also due to lack of parking, and because he was working on his Datsun roadster! He replaced one control arm, spare in trunk was not needed per mechanic. The car drives straight and has a nostalgic 'Alfa spider' feel to it. It would benefit from Konis and a tighter suspension. It was very dirty when I got it! Cleaned up as much as I could. Interior seats need work, dash cover or fill cracks, dash lights not functioning. Handbrake cover is torn. window vent knobs missing. Locks inoperable. Driver's side door handle needs to be put on (the old one is in the glove box and I found another one on Ebay). I think I may also have located a passenger side vent grille. Floors are solid. Soft top is functional. The plastic has come apart and I placed some temporary tape as shown in photos. Trunk has some parts: new control arm and replacement hose (the part that goes from the air box to the exhaust header). Some old parts, tool kit cover, a couple of tools, spare wheel, no jack. The wheel well is rusted and will need to be repaired. Although it photographs well and looks good in videos, the paint is dull and has scratches. The body has dings on both sides, rust bubbling in typical spots. However, panels fit well and the 'nosepiece' has been protected. Reasonably priced with NO RESERVE to offset indicated issues - lots of potential!! Buy and fix the mechanical issues and drive as-is or go all out and get it ready for next summer. These Kammback series are appreciating fast, considering escalating Duetto values. Hagerty Valuation link: http://www.hagerty.com/valuationtools/HVT/VehicleSearch/Report?vc=852589 Link to additional photos, videos and informational PDF files [in 1977 AR Spider (2014) folder]:https://www.dropbox.com/sh/7cb1bxd27rp4msa/AAC1xTb4uXM5y1h0dW1SshVYa?dl=0 Direct link to YouTube videos:http://youtu.be/wO9FM9Yz69Q http://youtu.be/LbFN1KdyyvM BEING SOLD AS-IS WITH NO WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALTHOUGH IT STARTS AND RUNS, I WOULD RECOMMEND TOWING IT HOME. The car will be sold through a California licensed retail auto dealer - $125 dealer fee will be added to final bid - please bid accordingly! California buyer must pay applicable title transfer fees and sales tax - these amounts will be collected in addition to the winning auction bid.Out of state buyer must pay their applicable DMV fees and sales tax independently. The car passed California's tough smog test in May 2014 (see photo) and is currently registered till JAN 2015. Had a new catalytic converter installed for this purpose. Obtaining any additional smog certificates is BUYER's responsibility. Seller will cooperate with Buyer's transport / shipping company - all shipping/delivery arrangements and charges are buyer's responsibility. The car must be paid for within 5 business days and must be picked up within 10 business days of auction ending. Payment must be in the form of cash in person or bank wire transfer. You may pay with Paypal, however, a fee of 3% will be added to the sales price to cover Paypal's fee. I reserve the right to end this auction if an error is noticed in the listing OR if a local sale occurs - car is listed for sale locally. Thank you and Good Luck!