1983 Pininfarina Azzurra Spider 2000

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Founded in 1930, Carrozzeria Pininfarina has both designed and manufactured automobiles, most notably for Ferrari, but also Peugeot, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, even Cadillac. The Fiat 124 Sport Spider introduced in 1966 was a collaboration, the sports car designed and manufactured by the Pininfarina with final assembly by Fiat. 

In 1982, Fiat ceased production of the 124 Spider, but Pininfarina saw potential in continuing the model. They took over production, rebranding the car as the Pininfarina Azzurra Spider for the North American market. This transition marked a significant shift, as the car was now produced entirely by Pininfarina, emphasizing higher quality and luxury. 

The 1983 Azzurra Spider featured several improvements over its Fiat predecessor. It retained the classic design, but the interior was slightly revised with a new center stack, and the front brakes were increased in size. The Azzurra Spider is powered by Fiat’s 2.0-liter DOHC inline-four engine, designed by ex-Ferrari engineer Aurelio Lampredi. Malcom Bricklin handled importation and service in the U.S. market.  

Despite its higher price point compared to the original Fiat model, production of the Azzurra Spider continued until 1985, having found a niche market among enthusiasts who appreciated its blend of Italian style and performance. 

Highlights 

• A sports car by famed Italian coachbuilder Carrozzeria Pininfarina 

• Fiat 2.0-liter DOHC inline-four engine  

• Five-speed manual transmission 

• Aftermarket sound system including: 

  • Kenwood HD-FM/USB/Sirius capable head unit  

  • Morel 6.5-inch round “Tempo” front speakers 

  • Polk 3.5-inch rear speakers and dual db Drive WCX 3K 6-inch dual voice-coil - subwoofers  

  • Planet Audio 1400 W sub amp and Zapco 4-channed amp 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Maintenance and updates under current ownership include: 

  • Front suspension arms and rear trailing arms replaced in 2015  

  • Both front seats reupholstered, with new foam on driver side in 2015 

  • Air conditioning system completely removed in 2015 

  • Rebuilt transmission, clutch assembly, driveshaft donut, front shocks replaced around 2018 

  • Brake pads/rotors/ wheel bearings new with SS braided brake lines, new brake servo, master cylinder, rear brake proportioning valve installed 2022  

  • Front suspension tuned up with replacement bushings installed in 2023 

  • Convertible top replaced in 2024

Known Imperfections 

• Some bubbling of pain and surface rust 

• Trunk top has rust and paint gouge

• Left rear bumper end will need to be replaced and glued (included)

• Speedometer stopped working in fall 2024  

• Subwoofers are installed in cutouts but need to be screwed down 

• Driver side door does not lock 

• Currently the power windows are not working but hope to have that corrected before sale 

• Currently the glove box does not have the latch mechanism but hope to have that corrected before sale 

Included 

• Pininfarina Spyder Owner’s Manual 

• Pininfarina Spyder Service Manual 

• Pininfarina Spyder Electrical Diagnosis and Troubleshooting Guide 

• Spare hoses 

• Factory jack 

• Luggage rack

• Left bumper end cap

 Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1983 Pininfarina Azzurra Spider 2000 in New York since 2014. It currently shows 117,400 miles. “This 1983 Spider was driven no more than 1,000 miles/year after being purchased in 2014. Speedometer stopped working in fall 2024 but the car not driven more than a few hundred miles since then.”