Alfa Romeo Spider (96-04) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 06 May 2009
It may have been around since 1996 but the Alfa Romeo Spider still manages to turn heads, such is the irresistibility of its looks. It never sold in huge numbers and is becoming a rare site on our roads so if you're after something a bit different the Spider could fit the bill. It's available with just two engines - but both are strong, if not particularly economical. However there are areas where the Spider feels a little undeveloped. Practicality isn't a strong point and folding down the roof isn't the most straightforward of processes.
3 out of 5

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Equipment

Original cars had 15-inch alloy wheels, electric mirrors and a stereo. The optional Lusso pack added leather upholstery and 16-inch alloys. A mild facelift in July 2003 saw Lusso become the standard trim with power steering, electric front windows and leather upholstery. A CD multichanger, sat-nav and electric seats are optional.

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  • ABS
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • Climate control
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric mirrors
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Heated mirrors
  • Leather seat trim
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
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