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1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GT 1.8
Highlights
- Original and unmodified chrome bumper GT
- Very rare 1.8 litre twin-cam model
- Only 32,000 miles recorded
- One keeper from new
- Sympathetically renewed to a high standard
- Exceptionally rare opportunity
- Stylish Giallo Orca paintwork
The Appeal
Evolving a coupe from the Alfetta saloon’s architecture was inspired. Clothed in Giugiaro styling, the Alfetta GT and GTV inherited the transaxle layout and peppy ‘Nord’ twin cam engines to deliver brilliant handling and enthusiastic performance.
Despite all that, original and unmodified survivors are exceptionally rare. Particularly 1.8L GTs like this one. It dials up the appeal with miniscule mileage - only 32,000 miles - and a single keeper from new!
Finished in stylish Giallo Orca, it is in incredible timewarp condition. Outside, the paintwork and fittings are much as they left the factory while inside a set of beige seat covers that were reportedly never removed, has helped preserve the original cabin!
The car has recently been sympathetically refurbished, focussing on fettling the engine including overhauling the carburettors and a full tune up. It is a genuine find, of the sort that rarely reach market. As such it is one not to miss.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1978
- One keeper from new
- Confirmed 51,054 kms (31,753 miles) from new
- There are a few services stamped in the book
- Carefully stored for over 30 years
- Sympathetically refurbished and overhauled by seller
- Requires first registration with DVLA – a straightforward process. The vendor is a former South African resident and is more than happy to assist with the registration process
- Vendor happy to handle the whole registration with the DVLA for the buyer for a small fee if requested
- Car is currently on the water and due to land in the UK by 21/10/2024 and will be available for collection from Norwich, UK
- Car will undergo a pre-MOT inspection for the new owner prior to collection
The Condition
- Pretty Giallo Orca yellow paintwork in original and unrestored condition
- Paintwork presents very well but buyers should anticipate some patina
- Bodywork in remarkable timewarp condition with few signs of age
- Underside similarly well kept with solid finish and evidence of undersealing
- Vendor describes paintwork as looking like it was in a 1970s showroom
- Sits on original steel wheels in good order following recent refurbishment
- All four tyres recently replaced
- Exterior fittings are original with good chrome and only light patina to some items
- These areas can be carefully inspected in the photographs
- Neat factory details like the Alfa Romeo Marini wing mirrors
- Highly preserved cabin with chocolate door cards and cream interior (original spec)
- Seats have always been protected by seat covers
- Beige seat covers in good order with we are told very good fabric underneath
- These seat covers have been fitted since new
- Original radio with no speaker holes
- Well kept cabin fittings with original blue-backed Veglia dials
- Jack still attached in the engine bay area
The Mechanics
- Rare and sweet-revving 1.8L Alfa Romeo twin cam engine
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Attention to carburettors and engine during recent refurbished
- Engine has been recently tuned for smooth running
- Reported to drive very well and start first time
- Vendor reports that there is nothing for the buyer to spend money on
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