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The 'Absolutely Fabulous' 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (S4)

Lot Number: 768

The 'Absolutely Fabulous' 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (S4)

Crack open the 'Bolly' for the car famously clamped outside Harvey Nicholls. Known ownership from new, period right-hand drive conversion and a recorded equivalent of 46,326 miles.

  • NOT SOLD

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th September, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Rosso Winner Micalizzato

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    K857 SLB

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    74556 KM

SUMMARY

Crack open the 'Bolly' for the car famously clamped outside Harvey Nicholls. Known ownership from new, period right-hand drive conversion and a recorded equivalent of 46,326 miles.

DESCRIPTION

  • The S4 was launched in 1990 with curved, colour-coded bumpers, a Bosch Motronic fuel-injected 2-litre engine mated to a 5-speed gearbox and only available in left-hand drive
  • This example was supplied new to Fiat Motor Sales of Wembley on 01/04/1993 with a factory hardtop and the car was registered to them as K857 SLB, we assume as a demonstrator. It was purchased by our enthusiast vendor on 06/08/2016 
  • The second series of Absolutely Fabulous aired in 1994 and the fifth episode, Poor, is still a favourite with many fans
  • Forced to economise, Edina gives up her chauffeur-driven Daimler and buys 'the smallest car she could find', causing mayhem along the way with the Alfa later clamped outside the Harvey Nicholls front door
  • Converted in period to right-hand drive, it's presented to auction with book packs, copy historic registration documents, historic receipts and MOTs
  • The car is not without a few scuffs to the paintwork but, as an Italian roadster that has covered 74,556km (46,326 miles) on British roads from new, the condition is remarkable overall
  • An ideal first-time classic or a must-have for a diehard fan of the show, this 'darling little Alfa' is an 'absolute sweetie'

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
768
Make
ALFA ROMEO
Model
SPIDER
Variant
S4
Registration Number
K857 SLB
MOT Expiry
07/09/2024
Chassis Number
ZFA11500006013852
Engine Number
0007997
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Rosso Winner Micalizzato

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SCORE:

84 / 135

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About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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