Highlights

• Only 61,680 kilometres from new
• Recently repainted in the original aquamarine green colour
• Rear axle and carburettors overhauled
• Overhaul renewed in July 2023
• A truly stunning Duetto 1600 true to original specification
  
  

The Attractions

Admiring the photos of this splendid Duetto, it is really hard to understand why buyers at the time did not appreciate its original 'cuttlebone' design with its characteristic tapered rear end. It was probably too unusual for the general public, which is why later versions adopted a more traditional design, making these early cars very rare and particularly sought-after.

This example stands out for its very special livery that makes it stand out from the more common red Duetto. The car was repainted a few years ago in its original colour scheme for the US market, where it was first sold. It was brought back to Italy a few years ago and was purchased by the current owner in 2013.

This beautiful Duetto seems to be in really good shape and completely faithful to the original specification: the only difference is the beautiful steering wheel with wooden crown in a classic design. And it is also a reliable and pleasant car to drive, thanks to a recent overhaul of the rear axle and carburettors.

The 1,600 cm³ engine is one of the liveliest and most brilliant versions of the classic twin-shaft Nord. In view of its low mileage and excellent condition, this is a classic Alfa that is really hard to resist.

History and Documentation

• Registered in 1968
• Imported from the United States and purchased by an Italian importer in 2013
• Last servicing carried out in July 2023
• Registered with the Italian Automotoclub Storico Italiano with certification visible in the photo gallery
• Registration certificate in the name of the current owner
• Various invoices and receipts for the interventions described below
• We have been informed that this car has been repainted in the original colour scheme
• Owner's manual supplied
  
  

Conditions

• The bodywork appears well-preserved, with few visible imperfections and well-aligned panels
• Repainted in original colour, shows very few signs of use
• True to original configuration with steel wheels, chrome wheel covers and matching spare wheel
• The seller has informed us that the Dunlop tyres are in good condition, having covered approx. 5,000 km
• Original exterior chrome trim in good condition, with some slight signs of ageing
• Efficient headlights with clear lenses
• Underbody looks very good and the seller has not reported any structural problems
• The black soft top is well aligned and the rear window is intact and transparent
• This car is also equipped with a tonneau cover, which fits correctly as visible in the photos
• Very pleasant interior upholstered in black vinyl, with coodinated carpeting and Alfa Romeo branded floor mats
• Interior trim appears to be in very good condition overall, with only some slight signs of wear visible in the photos
• A few signs of wear not particularly noticeable on the original controls
• Door panels and trim in good condition
• Dashboard looks good, with a few bubbles under the vinyl covering as shown in the photos
• Dashboard body colour finish is well maintained, with no obvious damage or defects
• Fitted with a vintage wooden steering wheel
• Original Bakelite steering wheel is included
• There are no reported problems or malfunctions with the electrical system, lighting system or instrumentation
• There are no warning lights on the dashboard, and the seller has not reported any problems to us
  
  

Mechanics

• Four-cylinder twin-shaft 'Nord' engine with 1,570 cm³, particularly lively
• 5-speed manual gearbox
• Overhauled rear axle
• Overhauled carburettors
• The seller told us that this car is efficient and very pleasant to drive
• No mechanical problems have been reported to us
  
  

BEFORE BUYING