1999 Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 16V Twin Spark

A stunning example of the "916" Alfa Romeo Spider in desirable "phase 2" 155hp Twin Spark spec
Presented in original and rare Grigio Eclisse Metallic over a dark Blue full leather upholstery & matching Blue softtop
Showing a warranted 120.870 km's from new, fresh out of private ownership of a leading Abarth/Fiat specialist
Benefitting from all the right upgrades: 18" Toora "Jetfin" wheels, Regazzon Stainless Sports end-silencer, LMC adjustable suspension kit, Brembo 305mm 4-piston brake upgrade (front), BMC DIA Airbox, aluminium radiator, strut bar
Freshly serviced in May 2025 (€3.919,41): timing kit, balance shaft belt + tensioner, camshaft adjuster, waterpump, thermostatic switch, oil, filter, spark plugs & fresh Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tires
In the maze of "soso" 916 Spiders out there, this is an exceptionally well maintained example that offers superb value for money

The 916 Spider:

When the 916-series Alfa Romeo Spider hit the market in 1995, it had big shoes to fill. Alfa chose a deliberate departure from the outgoing Pininfarina Spider that over 4 different Series had been in production for almost half a century. The 916 was angular, lower, and styled with the kind of confidence only mid-90s Pininfarina could deliver. Mechanically based on the GTV, it was available with a host of engine options throughout production - from the modest 1.8 all the way to the 3L "Busso" V6. Even a turbocharged 2L was an option for some time, but the thinking man's choice would probably be the 2L 16V Twin Cam - in Phase 2 to be exact!

The Phase 2 represented the first update to the 916 range in 1998. While exterior changes remained minor (clearer headlamps and a slightly different grille), the bigger shift was inside: a cabin that finally matched the exterior for perceived quality with better trim and less Fiat-parts-bin honesty. The Phase 2 marked the point where the Twin Spark really came into its stride. Power rose to 155 hp through improved breathing and (crucially) superior engine management, giving it a sharper throttle and a stronger mid-range.

916 Spiders have long been in the doldrums in terms of market value and the quality of most examples reflect that today... Tired, poorly looked after and certainly not representing any "Alfa spirit" that would get us at Garage Maestricht excited. It is therefore that this greatly looked-after and specified example caught our eye...

This 916 Spider:

The example we are please to offer here is of the best breed: the Phase 2. First registed on the 19th of March 1999 in Germany, near Fürth Neurenberg, Germany. Specified in the lesser-seen colour of Grigio Eclisse Metallic over a beautiful dark Blue full leather interior with matching Blue softtop. The Spider would stay around this area of Germany until the 15th of May 2007, when it was first registered by the official Alfa Romeo dealer near Breukelen, in the Netherlands who sold it to a new owner who would hold onto it until 2016.

After passing through two more private hands, come 2020, after a long search for the right example this Spider was acquired by the owner of a noted Fiat/Abarth tuning workshop in the Netherlands. Following 5 years of joyful ownership including stoic maintenance and tasteful upgrades - including the occasional Summer trip to Italy and Alfa Spider Club drives - in January 2026 the difficult decision was taken to sell it to us.

Being the private pride and joy of a specialist workshop owner - this Spider received all the right attention. Besides yearly service intervals regardless of mileage, this Spider was tastefully upgraded over the years at the total expense of €4.810,-:

LMC "Comfort Turismo Forza" adjustable suspension (06/2023, €1.194,21)
Brembo 305mm 4-piston brake kit (front) (06/2023, €1321,49)
Regazzon stainless Sports end-silencer (06/2023, €519,-)
BMC DIA Airbox (06/2023, €181,40)
Strut bar for added stiffness (06/2023, €123,55)

A creature comfort was added in the form of a 12V charging point, neatly integrated in the passenger footwell as well as a modern bluetooth radio with invisibly mounted subwoofer. Service history is complete and continuous, the last service was carried out at 120.150 km on 15-05-2025 at the expense of €3919,41 with H&S Corse in Almere:

18" Anthracite Toora "Jetfins" (as found on the 147 GTA) with brand new Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tires (€1.359,-)
Timing kit incl belt & waterpump
Balance shaft belt + tensioner + Camshaft adjuster
New aluminium radiator (precautionary measure)
New thermostatic switch (precautionary measure)
Oil, filter, coolant flush, spark plugs

Today the Spider presents very neat with limited signs of use. Nothing major, just what one would expect with a near 30-year old car. Free of any prior damage repairs, sharp shutlines throughout and a beautiful unmolested engine bay. Interior is great too, no worn seat bolsters, no scuffs or tears and no sticky plastics either! The dark Blue softtop is still the original one from 1999, still in good condition and watertight! This one has clearly been looked after.

This Spider is complete with all Alfa booklets, two sets of keys and a dedicated history file containing some invoices and history. Is it Spring yet?!

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One of the better sorted 916's available today that benefits from all the right upgrades!

SOLD