1969 Intermeccanica Italia Spyder Has Been Restored
A rare 1969 Intermeccanica Italia Spyder with an American drivetrain is being offered for sale on Craigslist in California for $129999. The Intermeccanica Italia Spyder is a classic Italian sports car that was manufactured by a private automotive industry founded by Frank Reisner in 1959. This particular model is a fully restored version, retaining its original engine, transmission, body, and chassis. It is a perfect example of the Intermeccanica Spyder that still exists today and is looking for a new home.The Intermeccanica Italia Spyder was a dream come true for Frank Reisner and his wife Paula, who were passionate car enthusiasts. Established in 1959, the Intermeccanica cars combined Italian artistry with an American powertrain. After a series of name, ownership, and engineering changes within the company, they began production of the Italia Spyder in 1967. The first Italians were exported to the United States in 1968. These cars were unlike anything else on the market and quickly gained the attention of discerning American car lovers. However, with limited production and a hefty price tag of $8,500, only the well-off could afford them. To many aficionados, the Intermeccanica Italia Spyder was an automotive masterpiece.
This particular Intermeccanica Italia Spyder is a largely correct example and is reported to retain its original engine, transmission, body, and chassis. It is powered by a 351-cid (Shelby Cobra) Windsor V-8 engine with a four-speed manual transmission. The car has never been restored and has been in the same family ownership for 17 years. While the vehicle retains a new tan leather interior, the engine has been rebuilt within the last 6,000 miles and it recently received full body work and fresh paint. Other components original to the car include all lights, Jaeger gauges, and switches. It has new wire wheels and fully rebuilt brakes with a new master cylinder. The car is equipped with air conditioning.
The Italia’s steel body was hand-formed, and its chassis was made from tubular steel and is fully reinforced. The car is a stunning example of classic Italian sports car design and performance.
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