June 15, 2015
How much would you expect to pay for a 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider? We’ll give you a minute to come up a price—no peeking ahead to the next paragraph! Now that you have a figure in mind, let’s see if it matches up to the actual retail price… For those wanting to own a 4C Spider when the Italian import lands in North American Fiat Chrysler dealerships this August, pricing starts (yes, starts) at $63,900, in addition to a $1,595 destination charge. For those keeping count, the $63,900 MSRP for the 4C Spider is exactly $10,000 more than that of the 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Coupe that hit the U.S. this time last year. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles debuted the 4C Spider convertible model at the Detroit Auto Show this past January, and despite—or perhaps because of—limited quantities, anticipation for the vehicle has only grown. Of the approximately 400 units that will be available for sale in North America, FCA already has placed orders for 295 4C Spider vehicles through May. Handcrafted in Modena, Italy, the 2015 4C Spider marries Alfa Romeo engineering with Maserati craftsmanship. Inspired by Formula 1 racecar design, the 4C is built on a 236-pound carbon fiber monocoque chassis with a 1.7-liter four-cylinder engine that’s capable of 237 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque. Aside from its outstanding power-to-weight ratio, the 4C Spider comes equipped with a variety of unique and stylish features. The open-air, two-seat performance cockpit marks one notable difference from the hardtop 4C Coupe, as does a carbon fiber windshield frame and available carbon fiber roof “halo” that can be conveniently stowed away when necessary. More information about the 4C Spider can be found on the FCA page. For over $60,000 American, most people won’t be able to afford a 4C Spider (let alone get on the waiting list). But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t treat yourself to a high quality, high-performance luxury vehicle from automakers like BMW, Cadillac and more! Find local luxury autos that won’t break the budget with Auto Publishers—the decisive leader in automotive listings! Image Credit: Alfa Romeo