Highlights

Useable cool classic with engine and brakes overhauled
Recent import from Southern Italy
Comes with a collection of spares
2023 paintwork refresh (Blue Olandese)

The Appeal

Car manufacturers take note: Four-door family cars needn't be boring.

Alfa Romeo's mid-century success was largely due to the fact that its practical saloons shared the same drivetrain and handling characteristics as its range-topping sports cars. Like all 105 Series Alfas, the Giulia saloon received Giuseppi Busso's all-alloy Nord twin-cam, which drove the rear wheels via a low-geared five-speed manual transmission. Powerful disc brakes were fitted to all wheels, while sporty double-wishbone suspension kept the front end in check. It was, in short, a brilliant package.

Around one million Giulias were made over a fifteen-year production run, making it among the best-selling cars in Alfa Romeo's history. That said, they're a far less common sight here in the UK today, making this imported 1975 example a mightily compelling proposition.

This LHD Giulia arrived in the UK in 2023, coming from the favourable climate of Southern Italy. Since landing on British soil, it has been road registered and a comprehensive overhaul of the mechanicals has been carried out. The paintwork has been refreshed too, with a coat of Blue Olandese. This car oozes street-cred. It won't ever win a beauty pageant for perfect presentation but should make the next owner welcome at every cool car cruise.

Reportedly rust-free, exempt from road tax/MOT and ready to enjoy, this lovely little Giulia has plenty going for it.

The vendor remarks:

"It is an iconic shape, timeless classic and also a perfectly good daily drive. I am only selling it because I have another project."

The History and Paperwork

Previous keeper in Italy passed away, and their wife didn’t have any service history
Most invoices for work carried out since import are available
Imported from southern Italy
64,556 km indicated
Exempt from MOT and road tax

The Condition

Resprayed in Blue Olandese a couple of years ago
Solid-looking bodywork, panel fits are not perfect but the car sits straight and looks smart
Presentable chrome and steel brightwork with light signs of wear
Original steel wheels complete with factory wheel trims + spotlight drill holes on the front bumper
Nexen tyres fitted, all of which appear in good order with decent tread
European yellow tint headlamps
The vendor assures us that the underside is corrosion-free
The interior is very original and compliments the car
Moderate wear to the upholstery, dashboard, carpets and controls
Dial window, especially clock is getting opaque
Headliner is complete but marked
Beautiful original steering wheel wooden rim shows exhibits some patination; now wrapped in tan material to match the upholstery
Original gear shift has been replaced with an aluminium aftermarket one

The Mechanics

1.3-litre Nord four-cylinder twin-cam
Five-speed manual gearbox
Refurbished carburettors
Braking system overhauled
The vendor informs us that it is a perfectly good daily drive
No known mechanical issues to report
All presents well and looks very original under the bonnet

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