Highlights

Rare first series right-hand drive 1750 GTV
Only 62,445 miles (100,500 km) on the odometer, considered authentic by the seller
French registered
Impressive file of documents

The Plus

With its elegant design, comfortable leather interiors and luxurious character, the 1750 GTV is one of the best representatives of the Italian automotive market. Although, on paper, it is not fundamentally different from its predecessors, it has brought about a discreet revolution. On the road, the motoring press was unanimous: the improved version of the high-revving Twin-Cam is lively and charismatic, the tighter-ratio gearbox is more flexible in real-life conditions, and the modified, albeit subtle, geometry makes for an agile and responsive car.

Add to that a luxurious cabin and irresistible styling, and it's no surprise that this car is considered one of the marque's finest success stories. Initially delivered in Johannesburg, South Africa, this car is in excellent condition and now lives in France, where it is pampered, regularly serviced and kept in tip-top shape with many recent new parts.

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History and Documents

UK market specification (right-hand drive), first series 1750 GTV
Delivered new to Johannesburg, South Africa in 1969
Completely restored with total dismantling and exterior repaint prior to current purchase in April 1998
Remained in South Africa for 47 years before being imported to France in 2016

Documents included:

Current collector's Carte Grise in the owner's name
French MOT with minor defect dated 31/05/2022 (hole in exhaust now repaired)
FFVE certificate of authenticity and dating
Registration certificates and RSA documents
Certificate of micro-punching of vehicle and components (2014)
RSA clearance document for export in 2016
European Import Certificate 846A (2016)
Previous owner's records and current owner's invoices
Original English driver's manual in excellent condition
SCC badge certifying a lap timed at 106.1 MPH (170 km/h) on the Kyalami Formula 1 circuit

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Condition

30-year-old silver-grey paintwork, well preserved from all angles
Some minor paint imperfections on passenger door and left rear wing
Bodywork straight and solid, with no corrosion or damage
Tight, well-presented panel alignment and fit
Exterior chrome and mirrors in excellent condition with polished stainless steel bumpers
Windows in good condition
Door and window seals, door sills and sill plates in good condition
Entirely original, almost new interior
Attractive and well presented "Flying Buttress" seats
Slight wear to driver's seat, but no significant impact
Oversized dials clean and easy to read
All instruments marked as original and functional
Dashboard in very good condition
Original logo grey rubber boot lining in good condition

Notable extras :

Koni shock absorbers
Five undamaged factory Campagnolo Alfa alloy wheels with Pirelli P5000 tyres

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Mechanicals

1.8-litre Twin-Cam 4-cylinder engine
5-speed manual gearbox with reverse
Suspension dampers, steering bushes and ball joints in good condition
Clean, visually appealing engine compartment with original accessories
Twin Weber DCOE40.32 carburettors rebuilt in 2003
Additional under-tank electric fuel pump for instant starting
No mechanical problems reported
Engine revs freely and smoothly
Gearbox operates quietly with smooth gear selection

Recent work carried out:

New brakes
Fuel tank replaced
Clutch cylinders changed
Weber 40DCOE overhauled by Alfa Romeo trained specialist in 2022
New original Italian made exhaust installed February 2024

BEFORE YOU BUY

This sale is subject to Car & Classic's terms and conditions. By bidding and/or placing a bid you also agree to the following:

✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic's terms and conditions.

✓ We ask that a non-refundable fee is paid if you are the lucky winner of the auction or if your bid is accepted. Please refer to our FAQs and terms and conditions for specific fees.

✓ This vehicle is "sold as is", on an "as is, where is" basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are for illustrative purposes only and it is customary to carry out a full vehicle inspection prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final offer or tender price, as specified in the advert.

✓ We want the transaction to go as smoothly as you do, which is why UK-registered cars and motorbikes offered for sale on Car & Classic are HPI-checked to ensure they have no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and are not financially pledged, allowing you to bid with confidence.

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