Lot 147: Alfa Romeo 2600 Spyder Series 2

Launched in 1962, the Alfa Romeo 2600 Spyder with its handsome Touring coachwork represented a return for the Italian marque to the high class, luxury six cylinder cars which in the past had proved so successful. Its chief rivals were the Maserati 3500 GT Spyder and Lancia Flaminia Convertible, both similar in appearance and performance. The Alfa's twin overhead camshaft engine developed a respectable 145bhp at an unstressed 5,900rpm, fed by three twin-choke side-draught carburettors, while power was transmitted through a five speed gearbox which gave the car an impressive 125mph top speed. The sophisticated mechanical specification was matched by a luxurious and well-appointed interior, making the car an ideal choice for long distance high speed open touring. This rare European version of the increasingly sought-after 2600 Spyder has resided with its last registered owner in Germany since 1988 and has only recently been imported back to its native Italy. Finished in red with a contrasting black leather interior, it is described by the vendor as in good condition throughout. Only recently the interior of this beautiful Alfa Romeo was renewed, at which time a new hood was also fitted. Offered with German registration papers (Kraftfahrzeugbrief). Questa rara versione europea della sempre più ricercata 2600 Touring Spider è rimasta in Germania con il suo ultimo proprietario dal 1988 e solo di recente è stata rimpatriata. Rifinita in rosso con interni in pelle nera, ci viene descritta dal venditore come in buone condizioni. Gli interni sono stati rifatti di recente e in tale occasione anche il tettuccio è stato sostituito. Offerta con documenti tedeschi (Kraftfahrzeugbrief).