A charming Italian convertible, boasting a striking Pininfarina design, and featuring a desirable factory specification. Under the bonnet is the 217bhp 3.0-litre 24-valve ‘Busso’ V6 engine, with front-wheel drive via a six-speed manual transmission. First registered on 15 January 2002, the V6 Spider is a rare sight on Australian roads. All servicing since 2006 has been performed by Alfa specialist Cileberti Motors of Perth. This Alfa Romeo Spider is finished in the striking Rosso Proteo Metallic over Tan leather colour scheme. The vehicle features a black soft top and red detailed brake calipers behind the 17-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the Spider is equipped with air-conditioning, a Clarion stereo, power windows, central locking, and driver and passenger air bags. The vehicle is supplied with its original owner’s manuals, stamped service book, tool kit and a range of invoices for works performed. There is no known body damage. The Rosso Proteo Metallic paintwork is in excellent condition, with a deep gloss evident in direct sunlight. The front and rear bumpers have been resprayed to an as-new finish, and there are two small stone chips noted on the front of the bonnet. Inside, the Tan leather interior with Black trim and steering wheel all present very well. The door cards with leather inserts, dash and carpets with genuine Alfa Romeo mats are all in excellent condition. There are some very minor marks on the inside of the driver’s seat bolsters and wear on the gear knob. There are no known mechanical or electrical faults. The vehicle’s most recent maintenance in August 2021, at Cileberti Motors, when the air intake hose was replaced. Prior to this, in April 2021, new front bump stops and a suspension rod were fitted. In February 2021 a new timing belt and tensioner, water pump, radiator, coil packs and four new tyres were fitted. Dates and mileages: 15/04/2021 - 176,119 kms 17/02/2021 - 174,367 kms 16/03/2020 - 173,036 kms 09/03/2020 - 172,985 kms 12/04/2018 - 167,450 kms 02/08/2016 - 158,339 kms 09/02/2016 - 150,024 kms 24/06/2015 - 141,203 kms 09/08/2014 - 129,585 kms 07/11/2013 - 121,570 kms 09/07/2013 - 115,419 kms 15/01/2013 - 109,225 kms 17/07/2012 - 102,924 kms 24/01/2012 - 98,512 kms 02/08/2011 - 93,400 kms 08/02/2011 - 87,535 kms 08/07/2010 - 83,700 kms 06/01/2010 - 79,625 kms 04/05/2007 - 60,260 kms 28/04/2006 - 50,710 kms 16/08/2004 - 35,965 kms 02/12/2003 - 22,557 kms 23/07/2003 - 18,200 kms 18/12/2002 - 9,306 kms This Alfa Romeo Spider is a striking example of the 916-series car, presented in generally excellent condition, and which is fast becoming a true modern classic. With the desirable V6 ‘Busso’ engine and involving six-speed manual gearbox, it also benefits from superb maintenance history. Now that spring is in the air, this Italian roadster would make for an excellent weekend companion or a desirable daily driver. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.