The parts and options shown below are many of the items that can be ordered on your New Spyder 550, or purchased separately for use on the Spyder you own already.
This list is not complete, so should you have any specific option or detail in mind that you do not see please call. 574 546-4656 and ask for Carey. There is virtually no limit to the custom work that we do here at Special Edition, Inc.
Dash grab handle - An authentic chrome dash grab handle with rubber gaskets under each end for a professional fit and appearance.
Red Tail lens
Original Style Spyder Tail/Turn light Set (4) - Authentic reproductions of the original 550 Spyder lights. These high quality reproduction lights give your Spyder 550 that finishing touch of authenticity. 2 taillights (red) and 2 turn signals (clear).
Clear Front Lens
Drivers Side GT Mirror
Original Style GT Racing Mirrors - Available for both the driver side and passenger side. These are custom made units with a glass mirror surface that is shaped to fit the opening and provide a larger viewing area and proper adjustment. Color matched and hand fitted to your Spyder with authentic leather body gasket.
(Also available unpainted, as an assembly part to fit to your Spyder.)
Larger Mirror Surface for Better Visability
Custom Helmet Fairing - this fairing is color matched to the car, and made to be removable so the convertible top can be fitted without modification.
(Also available as a parts for your Spyder 550.)
Head Fairing with Red Leather Upholstery
Racing Style Seatbelt Options - 2 point (pictured)3, 4, or 5 point (not pictured) vintage racing harnesses are available in Blue, Red, or Black. Special trim pieces are laser cut and polished especially for our Spyder to give the installation of the shoulder harness a professional appearance.
Special Trim for Shoulder Harness
Full Tonneau Cover - This high quality cloth tonneau comes complete with genuine Tenax snaps and a center zipper. Ideal for closing the cockpit of the car on one side (for solo driving) or both when parked. This is one of the most popular and useful options.
Wide Five Wheels - Upgrade the standard 4 bolt pattern to the Wide 5 (5 x 205mm) bolt pattern. Period correct for the era of the 550 Spyder. This upgrade comes complete with a full set of 4 wheels and 4 aluminum drum skins that complete the authentic appearance while covering the modern brake components underneath.
Wide 5 bolt Wheel - Front (W/ DrumSkin)
Rear w/ drumSkin
Vintage Koni shocks.
Original style 550 e-brake. Shown in stock e-brake location. Can also be placed in original location by moving the shifter.* *Please note that placement of the e-brake in the original 550 location will place the shifter protruding into the passenger's side.
Fluted Headlight Lenses
FLUTED HEADLIGHT LENS
Front oil cooler grill - Made to replicate the original oil cooler grill without sacrificing the useful interior space where the standard top and side curtains are stored. Comes completely painted and installed with stainless hardware and authentic body gasket.
(Also available as an unpainted part to add to your existing Spyder.)
Original styled 550 seats - for the purist. (our stock seats are also full leather and very comfortable, period correct styling, however, without the two oval cut-outs up the back.)
Push Button Starter Options -there are several options for those who want a push to start option. The original style Black button (also available in Ivory), and the less expensive chrome version. Both function as the start mechanism when the key is turned to the run position.
NOTE: Currently only the chrome button is available....
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Leather bonnet straps (rear) - Our leather bonnet straps are hand made by local Amish craftsmen. We use only polished stainless steel buckles, end caps, and hardware. No peeling, flaking or rusting like the cheap imitations.
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Now back in Stock!
Front Hood Key Latch -this trim piece is designed to replicate the original front hood key latch opening and adds a bit of authenticity to the exterior appearance of the Spyder 550.
Front Hood Key Latch
Rear Deck Lid Key Latch
Now back in stock!
Rear key latch covers -designed to replicate the Key Latch mechanism. These trim pieces install on the left and right side of the rear deck lid.
Special Badging Options - This Nurburgring badge is often seen on the driver's side front fender of the 550. Wendler Badge -on both sides indicated the body maker
Wendler badges (2)
Original styled interior door handles.
Painted Rear Racing Spears - Painted in your choice of color with accented trim, the most popular are the red spears with a 1/4" gold trim edge. Shown here in blue as on Jerry Sienfelds original 550 Spyder. Our spears are painted and then we clearcoat the entire deck lid so that these do not appear to be added on top of the paint, nor can you feel the edges. No peeling or fading issues either.
James Dean decal set -This decal set is made of the finest vinyl available and is computer cut to the exact size and font of Deans original car. Four "130" numbers (2 for the doors, 1 each for the hood and decklid.) and the "Little Bastard" for the rear.
(This, and many of the parts you see on this page are available as a part.) Simply caal the Indiana Warehouse at 574 546-4656
Front Jacking Point
Jacking Points (Set of 4) -machined to replicate the original jacking points, the front pair (shown here) are installed into the under side of the nose, and the rear are welded directly on to the chassis.
Special Edition, Inc.
119 N. Liberty Drive
Bremen, IN 46506
(574) 546-4656 - shop
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