Alfa Romeo Duetto 1750 Spider for saleThe Alfa Romeo 1750 Duetto Spider is one of the most desirable classic roadsters of the 1960s, combining the elegant lines of Pininfarina’s original Duetto design with the more powerful 1750 engine introduced in 1967. The Duetto first appeared in 1966 with the distinctive boat tail rear end, a design that quickly made it an icon of Italian style and driving pleasure. The 1750 Duetto Spider offered improved performance, more luxurious details and a stronger overall package compared to the earlier 1600 version, and with only around 2000 examples built, it remains a rare and collectible car today.Exterior: The exterior of this 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 Duetto Spider is finished in the classic Alfa Romeo silver known as Grigio Chiaro Metallizzato. The paintwork presents very nicely with good panel gaps and straight body lines, giving the car an honest and well preserved look. This 1750 Duetto Spider is not a concours restoration but rather a quality older refurbishment that has held up well over the years. The body and underside are free from corrosion which is rare for a Duetto Spider of this age. The car sits on a widened version of its original wheels that complement the lines of the 1750 Duetto Spider perfectly and they are fitted with Michelin tires with good thread. The chrome details and stainless bumpers are in fine shape and the exterior is completed with a black cloth soft top and a matching cover, both in excellent condition.Interior: The interior of this 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 Duetto Spider is in excellent condition and features rare black leather seats, a desirable upgrade over the vinyl that most Duetto Spiders originally came with. The seats are in superb condition and the quality of the leather is very high which adds to the feel inside the 1750 Duetto Spider. On the floor the car has original style Alfa Romeo rubber mats, a newly fitted black carpet set and an extra layer of protective mats with the Alfa Romeo logo which gives the interior a fresh and well cared for appearance. The Jaeger instruments that sit in front of the driver are all in excellent condition and they remain one of the highlights of the Duetto Spider driving experience. Practicality was always a strong point for the 1750 Duetto Spider and this example offers a surprisingly large trunk that makes weekend trips easy.Engine and Mechanics: Mechanically, this Alfa Romeo 1750 Duetto Spider is the top-specification model of the series. It is powered by a 1750 cc twin-cam four-cylinder engine producing around 120 horsepower and fed by dual Weber carburetors, which give the car a strong and lively character. The engine is paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, making the 1750 Duetto Spider smooth and enjoyable to drive both in the city and on longer journeys.This car has been very well maintained, with a full engine rebuild carried out around 40,000 km ago, which included pistons, conrods, timing chains, and more. In 2023, the gearbox was restored, a new clutch was fitted, the starter motor was rebuilt, and fresh oil was added to the rear axle, ensuring that this 1750 Duetto Spider remains in excellent mechanical health. On the road, it starts easily, pulls strongly, and combines entertaining handling with relaxed cruising ability thanks to its tall final gear.History and Documentation: This Alfa Romeo 1750 Duetto Spider was imported to Sweden in 1975 and remained with its first Swedish owner, a lady from the south of the country, until 1996. The current owner has kept the 1750 Duetto Spider since then and has maintained it with great care, making sure it remains in top condition both cosmetically and mechanically. A complete history file accompanies the car including every invoice and MOT certificate from the past 30 years which provides excellent documentation and shows the careful attention this 1750 Duetto Spider has received throughout its life.If you have a classic Alfa Romeo that you would like to sell please let us know here.