1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio

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“ Hard-Top, Soft-Top, No Top! ”

Offered in the most desirable, top-of-the-line specification, this 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio is a wonderful example of what is quite likely its maker’s longest-running and mot-successful sports-car line. Rightly respected for its incomparable driving experience and fabulous looks, this 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio is ready for continued enjoyment and appreciation and stands as a true icon of Italy’s rich sports-car legacy.

Background

Following up on the beautifully styled and highly responsive Spider 1750 Veloce, Alfa Romeo released the marque’s definitive postwar sports car, the 2.0-liter Spider 2000, in 1969. Carefully updated and renamed “Spider Veloce” by 1976, the Spider’s sexy Pininfarina-designed body was matched by the rapturous sound of its lusty, rev-happy DOHC inline 4-cylinder powerplant and sophisticated driving dynamics courtesy of its fully independent suspension and 4-wheel disc brakes.

Unlike many of its contemporaries, Alfa’s gorgeous Spider and its eventual subvariants successfully navigated the rapidly changing times and growing regulatory demands of the 1970s and 1980s and seemingly defied time itself with a lengthy production run extending through 1993 along four distinct series. Today, these wonderful driving machines enjoy new demand among sports-car enthusiasts for their renowned and highly engaging driving experience, delivered with a welcome dash of Continental flair.

By the latter 1980s, the Spider offered multiple models, from the entry-level Graduate to the Spider Veloce and the top-of-the-line Quadrifoglio – Italian for clover leaf, the emblem for Alfa Romeo’s competition program. Debuted for 1986, the Quadrifoglio was highly equipped with specially designed, leather-clad seats, alloy wheels, air conditioning, a revised front air dam, side skirts, a canvas convertible top and even a Pininfarina-built detachable hard top.

  • ZARBA5562H1052922
  • 91832
  • 2.0L 4-Cylinder
  • manual
  • Red
  • Gray
  • Left-hand drive
  • Petrol

Vehicle location
CREAM RIDGE, NJ, United States

Background

Following up on the beautifully styled and highly responsive Spider 1750 Veloce, Alfa Romeo released the marque’s definitive postwar sports car, the 2.0-liter Spider 2000, in 1969. Carefully updated and renamed “Spider Veloce” by 1976, the Spider’s sexy Pininfarina-designed body was matched by the rapturous sound of its lusty, rev-happy DOHC inline 4-cylinder powerplant and sophisticated driving dynamics courtesy of its fully independent suspension and 4-wheel disc brakes.

Unlike many of its contemporaries, Alfa’s gorgeous Spider and its eventual subvariants successfully navigated the rapidly changing times and growing regulatory demands of the 1970s and 1980s and seemingly defied time itself with a lengthy production run extending through 1993 along four distinct series. Today, these wonderful driving machines enjoy new demand among sports-car enthusiasts for their renowned and highly engaging driving experience, delivered with a welcome dash of Continental flair.

By the latter 1980s, the Spider offered multiple models, from the entry-level Graduate to the Spider Veloce and the top-of-the-line Quadrifoglio – Italian for clover leaf, the emblem for Alfa Romeo’s competition program. Debuted for 1986, the Quadrifoglio was highly equipped with specially designed, leather-clad seats, alloy wheels, air conditioning, a revised front air dam, side skirts, a canvas convertible top and even a Pininfarina-built detachable hard top.

Overview

Offered from New Jersey, this ‘Series III’ Quadrifoglio from 1987 is a compelling example of these beautifully styled and highly enjoyable sports cars from Alfa Romeo. Obviously benefiting from caring prior adult ownership and appropriate care, this Spider Quadrifoglio has covered a reasonable 91,382 miles since new at the time of writing.

Exterior

Rust-free and appropriately finished in original-appearing Red paintwork, this 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio is offered in delightfully stock and unmodified OEM condition and appearance throughout. Retaining all characteristic Quadrifoglio features and upgrades, it includes the factory emblems, aerodynamic enhancements, special alloy wheels and a snug Pininfarina-built removable auxiliary hard top, in addition to the convertible top, which the Seller advises has not been raised in a while.

Interior

The upscale Quadrifoglio interior, including supportive leather-covered seats, is attractive, inviting and exceedingly well preserved. Two-tone Grey and Black door panels, a full-length center console, including the unique shift-lever placement, and red factory carpeting heighten appeal. Factory upholstery and appointments are all present, plus a welcome upgrade in the form of a rich wood grain aftermarket steering wheel. The air conditioning system is in place and as related by the Seller, functions well. An aftermarket AM/FM CD stereo delivers entertainment in addition to the lovely exhaust note of the sonorous DOHC Alfa Romeo 2.0-liter engine.

Mechanical

The Spider’s renowned DOHC, fuel-injected inline 4-cylinder engine carries a robust 120-horsepower factory rating and retains its correct complement of OEM components and accessories. The surrounding engine compartment is likewise correct, clean, and unmodified. Factory decals, specification/maintenance stickers and instructional decals are in their respective correct places under hood and to the door jambs and trunk lid. The underbody, chassis, and suspension are all honestly presented in maintained, driver-quality OEM condition and should respond nicely to detailing as desired by the next owner. Desirable features include power-assisted brakes and a set of high-quality adjustable KYB Gas-A-Just shock absorbers. A 5-speed manual gearbox delivers uncanny flexibility and a decidedly sporting drive, enhanced by the Spider’s all-independent suspension and 4-wheel disc brakes.

History

Purchased new on July 15, 1987 and retained by the original owner until recently, this 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio is a high-quality example as offered, being very well preserved and presented top to bottom. The top-boot cover dealer-issued factory books and manuals include the Rust-Perforation Warranty and Maintenance booklets, plus the 50-State Owner’s Manual and a handwritten maintenance and service log, all contained within a document folio. According to the Seller, a full service was performed on the vehicle before its auction listing, with fluids and filters changed.

Summary

Offered in the most desirable, top-of-the-line specification, this 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio is a wonderful example of what is quite likely its maker’s longest-running and mot-successful sports-car line. Rightly respected for its incomparable driving experience and fabulous looks, this 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio is ready for continued enjoyment and appreciation and stands as a true icon of Italy’s rich sports-car legacy.

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