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Alfa Romeo Spider Convertible (1996-2004) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £20,410 - £28,140
Used prices £2,568 - £4,737
Road tax cost £345 - £415
Insurance group 33 - 39
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 323 - 462 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Looks great with the hood down, great V6 engine, strong performance

CONS

Body is not particularly rigid, lacks refinement, noisy on motorways

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

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.