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Alfa Romeo · Convertible / Roadster · 2006–2010

Alfa Romeo Spider 939 939

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Hood and hydraulics leaking

The hood mechanism and hydraulic cylinders of the Spider 939 develop leaks with age. Moisture enters the cabin. Hood repair is laborious and costly — hydraulic cylinders are sometimes hard to source.

Symptoms: Moisture in cabin after rain, hood opens/closes slowly or hesitantly, oil spots in hood compartment
from 100,000 km
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!Water ingress into boot via hood mechanism

The 939 Spider boot takes on water after prolonged rain. A leaking hood compartment seal and porous rear seals allow ingress. Boot wiring loom can be damaged by moisture.

Symptoms: Wet boot lining after rain, standing water in hood compartment, musty smells, damp electronics in boot
from 70,000 km
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!Gas struts in hood linkage lose pressure

The four gas struts lose pressure after 4–6 years. The hood scrapes over the roll bar when opening and can crack the rear window.

Symptoms: Hood audibly and visibly scrapes the roll bar, plastic covers come loose and fall into the hood compartment.
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!Hydraulic fluid in hood system degrades

The hydraulic fluid is never changed and degrades into watery sludge after 8+ years. Insufficient pressure, pump overheating, and error messages when opening/closing result.

Symptoms: Hood stops with message 'Temporary Fault', multiple attempts needed to close, pump gets hot.
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 7 weaknesses have been documented for the Alfa Romeo Spider 939 939 (2006–2010). Typical issues affect Body, Rust, Gearbox, Electronics.

What to watch out for with the Alfa Romeo Spider 939? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Alfa Romeo Spider 939 939 have? +
No known weaknesses have been documented for the Alfa Romeo Spider 939 939.
What should I look for when buying a used Alfa Romeo Spider 939 939? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
None of the available engines are rated 'Good Choice'. Stay away!
Is the Alfa Romeo Spider 939 939 worth buying used? +
The Alfa Romeo Spider 939 939 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee