Used buyer's guide: Alfa Romeo Spider pictures

The Spider’s cabin looks superb. The two seats are comfortable and supportive, and offer plenty of adjustment, as does the steering wheel. Refinement is good whether the roof is up or down, and while the boot has only 200 litres of spa

Diesel-engined Spiders can suffer from brake master cylinder problems, so it feels as though there’s no stopping power at all.

Aluminium-effect plastic trim on the dash marks all too easily. Plus, reflections can be distracting in sunshine.

Not all drivers have the water pump replaced with the cambelt; both should be changed together to prevent future problems.

Some owners have reported notchy gearboxes, which feels as if the synchromesh is failing. You’ll have to live with it.