1986 Alfa Romeo Spider Graduate

When one hears the words Alfa Romeo Spider, it’s not unlikely that the Dustin Hoffman film of the Sixties called The Graduate springs to mind. This was where the Alfa Romeo Spider showcased its beauty to the wider world in what better place than the silver screen. Yes, that was a Series 1 Spider. But the Spider endured on for decades, until 1993, across four series. Today, we have a Series 3 1989 Alfa Romeo Spider Graduate for sale from Orange, California. Yes, it’s in Graduate trim, as a homage to the epic status of its forefather. This car has done over 84,000 miles and comes with authentic Panasport wheels as well as a Nardi steering wheel. It’s got that soulful Twin Cam under the hood, and a manual transmission too. Driving nirvana, we say, and at a rather affordable price for a classic car. People may say that Alfa Romeos are unreliable, but in reality, they’re just a little high-strung; with the right care and attention, they’ll show you the time of your life. This car is no different.

Owning an Alfa Romeo is an act of lust, self-sacrifice and pure aural pleasure. That’s because these Italian machines are full of character, quirky, and need the appropriate maintenance to perform at their best. Neglect an Alfa Romeo and everyone will be sad (car included). However, if you look after it the way it’s meant to be, and drive it with gusto, you’ll find it quickly becoming your happy place, your solitude space. Furthermore, if you select a car like this New York-based 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 TS that’s done just 37,000 miles, you’ll also be in charge of a definitive future classic, and a potentially appreciating asset.

Popularized by the 1967 film ‘The Graduate’, the Alfa Romeo Spider is a car of reverence. Four series of Spider were made from 1966 to 1994, with over 110,000 examples made in total. It’s no surprise, then, that desiring to own a Spider is a fairly common thing among keen enthusiasts. For one lucky enthusiast, we’ve got a lovely Series 3 1988 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio with 44,952 miles on the clock waiting in Andrews, Texas. The car comes with the original owner’s manual and all maintenance records. This is great because these cars need care. If you give them the requisite care, they’ll reward you with bucketfuls of great driving experiences.

Unveiled as a concept at Expo 67 in Montreal before entering limited production in 1970, the Alfa Romeo Montreal remains one of the marque’s most celebrated grand touring cars. Showing just 12,954 miles, this 1971 example pairs its iconic Bertone-designed bodywork with a striking Arancio Pastello finish that highlights every curve and detail of the design. Further enhancing its appeal is a high-quality repaint completed in the car’s original color. Combining exotic styling, racing-derived engineering, and rarity, the Montreal occupies a unique place in Alfa Romeo history as one of the few production cars to feature a V8 derived from the legendary Tipo 33 competition program.

Named after one of the most thrilling mountain passes in Italy, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a compact sport crossover that was introduced in 2017. As you’d expect from an Alfa Romeo product, it’s flamboyant, great to drive, and just that much different from the rest. Today’s 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio is of the fearsome Quadrifoglio variant, which means a (reported) 505-horsepower twin-turbo V6 does duty under the hood. Sending power to all four wheels, this is one ferocious little machine, with a 0-60 time of under 4 seconds! All that could now be yours, wrapped in a stylish Alfa Rosso exterior with a luxurious black interior that’s pretty family friendly too. Hurry up and grab this 21,651-mile beast from Scottsdale, Arizona, before someone else does. It comes with the Quadrifoglio Carbon Pack, Security & Convenience Pack, Active Assist 2 Quadrifoglio Pack and many more niceties.

In 2015, Alfa Romeo revived a historic nameplate; Giulia. They placed it on a superb compact executive car that they’d designed and engineered, and offered a supremely swift Quadrifoglio variant at the top of the hierarchy. With a 2.9-liter twin-turbo engine adapted from a Ferrari design, the Quadrifoglio can give you a soulful Italian family car with 500 horses under the hood if you so please. Granted, it takes a brave person to choose an Alfa Romeo over the myriad German alternatives, but once you make such a choice, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear on every drive. So why not buy this 8,910-mile 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio and start smiling? It’s currently in Paintsville, Kentucky, and waiting to show you a good time, every time.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has enjoyed a distinguished place in automotive history, and the R107 generation remains one of the most celebrated luxury roadsters to emerge from Stuttgart. Produced from 1971 through 1989, the R107 became synonymous with sophisticated open-top motoring, exceptional engineering, and the understated elegance that defined Mercedes-Benz during the era. Introduced for the 1986 model year, the 560 SL became the flagship American-market version of the R107, bringing a larger 5.6-liter V8 and further refinements to an already accomplished grand tourer. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL, showing 65,981 miles, is finished in Arctic White over a Palomino leather interior, complemented by a contrasting Dark Brown convertible soft top. Its factory specification is particularly appealing, featuring a rear spoiler delete that preserves the roadster's clean, classic proportions. Additional highlights include a removable body-color hardtop, 15-inch Mercedes-Benz alloy wheels, automatic climate control, heated exterior mirrors, and a Pioneer audio head unit replacing the original Becker radio. With its elegant color combination, naturally aspirated V8, and timeless R107 styling, this 560 SL offers an inviting opportunity to experience one of Mercedes-Benz's most enduring grand touring roadsters.

The Lincoln Mark VII LSC brought an unexpected dose of performance to the American luxury coupe market during the 1980s, combining the comfort and refinement expected of Lincoln with the same 5.0-liter High Output V8 that powered Ford's celebrated Mustang GT. By 1990, the Mark VII had established itself as a distinctive alternative to European grand touring coupes, offering rear-wheel drive, four-wheel air suspension, and a remarkably well-appointed interior. This 1990 Lincoln Mark VII LSC Special Edition, showing just 47,063 miles, is finished in Garnet Red over Titanium Gray leather and belongs to a particularly limited production group. Reportedly only 3,345 LSC Special Edition examples were produced for 1990, with just 442 sharing this particular paint and trim combination. Its Special Edition appointments, monochromatic exterior styling, distinctive lace-style aluminum wheels, and powerful 5.0-liter V8 make it an appealing example of Lincoln's performance-oriented luxury flagship. With its distinctive specification, low indicated mileage, and documented production figures reported by the seller, this Mark VII deserves attention from collectors and enthusiasts of American luxury automobiles.

The fourth-generation Pontiac Firebird Trans Am arrived during an exciting period for American performance cars, when powerful naturally aspirated V8 engines, rear-wheel drive, and manual transmissions still defined the muscle car experience. By 1997, Pontiac had refined the Trans Am into a formidable competitor, combining the proven 5.7-liter LT1 V8 with distinctive aerodynamic styling and impressive handling capabilities. This 1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, showing just 31,092 miles, is finished in Black over a Taupe interior and features the desirable BorgWarner T56 six-speed manual transmission. Its aggressive appearance is highlighted by a Ram Air-style hood with dual scoops, removable glass T-tops, and aftermarket wheels that complement its low-slung profile. The interior has also received several upgrades, including an aftermarket sound system, subwoofer, and JVC touchscreen multimedia receiver with Apple CarPlay connectivity. Combining low indicated mileage, traditional V8 performance, and an engaging manual gearbox, this Trans Am captures the unmistakable character of Pontiac's celebrated 1990s muscle cars.