1986 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce review from North America
"A collectible head turner"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The drive shaft bearings went bad during the warranty period and were replaced by the dealer.
I have had to replace two trunk release cables.
The convertible top is worn and is now badly in need of replacement.
Second gear "crunches" unless the clutch pedal is buried in the floor on downshifts.
I have had to replace various interior trim, i.e. the rubber convertible top hold down straps, and the leather pulls on the front head rail hold down clamps.
General comments?
The paintwork on this car is lipstick red and looks like new.
It was our wedding gift to each other in 1986 and has been fun to drive every day we've owned it.
It is constantly mistaken for a much more expensive car. The original sticker was a shade over $17,000.
You definitely will not see yourself coming and going; they are rare.
The 2.0 four cylinder engine requires premium fuel, but it literally sips it and gets 30+mph.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1986 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100 miles |
| Most recent distance | 55000 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac Seville |
| Date of Entry | 26th March, 2004 |