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LOT 101 Red
One of the greatest drivers' cars built in the Sixties, Alfa Romeo’s Giulia Sprint GT debuted in 1963 with a fabulous all-alloy twin-cam engine, 5 speed gearbox, disc brakes all round and gorgeous styling by Bertone, a combination that still wins hearts today. Based on a shortened floorpan from the Giulia Berlina, the Sprint GT was masterfully styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro. One of his earliest projects for Bertone, the supremely gifted Giugiaro’s beautifully balanced lines, particularly the airy greenhouse and delicate detailing, still looks fresh today. The one-piece chrome bumpers, flat chrome grille and crackle-finish dash panel distinguish these early cars, of which 31,955 were made between 1963 and early 1966. With just 948 kgs to push around, the 1570cc engine has twin overhead camshafts and develops 106 bhp, more than enough to allow the driver to exploit the fantastic chassis. The great handling certainly contributed to the Alfa's success on the racetrack, with competition GTA versions winning the European Touring Car Championship an impressive four times. The Giulia Sprint was even practical, with two-plus-two seating and reasonable space in the boot. The 105-series Alfas look fantastic, are great fun to drive and the early ‘step-front’ cars in particular, have bags of charm, something Alfisti everywhere agree on. Widely acknowledged as one of the most rewarding and affordable classic Italian sports cars to own and with few decent examples left on the road, a good example like this will always be a sound investment. Lovely, rust free condition this highly desirable ‘step-front’ Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT has been with the current owner for about four years and driven sparingly in that time. The car is mechanically excellent, with two new Weber carburetors, the original cams and comes with an original air box (not fitted). The beige interior also presents very well, with a lovely patina. NSW Club Registration Non Transferable
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