1981 | FIAT Spider 2000

Perfect for summer driving, the drop-top 2000 has twin-carbs and sprightly performance. Its handling is a key feature. The car is mechanically sound, is solid underneath and has been garaged since purchase in 2022. The car has been regularly maintained.

This Fiat 2000 Spider was US registered (Texas) and imported to the UK where it was first registered in 1985. It was later a bare metal restoration job carried out by Italicar, an Alfa and Fiat specialist, based in Norwich. As part of the removal of the US emission equipment, a Fiat 131 Sport - or Racing in Italy - engine was fitted, improving the power output to 113 bhp but retaining the period authenticity (the engine was derived from the outgoing 124 twin cams).

The restoration included cosmetic upgrades including a new convertible roof and a change to a beautiful metallic Azure blue.

The current owner bought the car from Nick Dove's Bicester Sports and Classic Cars in May 2022. It was supplied with new tyres, a one year maintenance plan and a full service history including a USB stick with a video detailing the Italicar restoration work.Fitted with a digital radio and bluetooth connection and a Nardi steering wheel (original also available). The car also has an immobiliser fitted.

The car has been maintained throughout since and has recently had a new fuel pump and spark plugs fitted. Starts and runs well, making for a perfect every day car or one for events and shows. The car appeared in Classic Car Weekly (June 1 2022) as a featured vehicle and was described by the journalist Russ Smith as 'probably one of the best available' and 'More fun than an MGB'. He also noted the cambelt change and servicing history.

Comprehensive documentation from 1985 onwards.

MOT and Road Tax exempt.

Two sets of keys and two immobiliser cards with USB charging lead.