Peter Seabrook, courtesy of RM Sotheby’s
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This 1966 Alfa Romeo 1600 “Duetto” Spider, a first-generation example of the model, sold for about $106,000 at the RM Sotheby’s St. Moritz auction in 2023.
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The shape is something special, derived from a 1956 Alfa Romeo show car—the S3000 CM Superflow.
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When it comes to choosing, there is no wrong Alfa Romeo Spider. The decision is mostly informed by design preference and one’s affection for the original concept.
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The Alfa Romeo Spider is as approachable to drive as it is engaging.
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This particular 1966 example features the marque’s Bianco exterior color scheme paired with a Nero Skai interior.
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Series 1 examples of the model, such as the one showcased here, are the most collectible, but don’t discount the last of the series, which promise to appreciate with time.
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Including every iteration, a total of close to 125,000 examples of the Alfa Romeo Spider were made.
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Few models look as good, feel as right, and offer such an ideal point of entry when it comes to owning a classic sports car.