Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at Race Retro 2025 - Collectors' Cars on Saturday the 22nd of February, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG. Alfa Romeo 105/ 115 Series Coupés were built from 1963 until 1977 and were the successors to the celebrated Giulietta Sprint Coupé utilising the shortened floor-pan from the Giulia saloon car. The basic body shape, shared by all models, was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro for Bertone as one of his first major projects and is regarded as one of his finest commercial efforts. The balance of glass and metal, the influence of the front and rear screens on the shape of the cabin, and the flat grille with incorporated headlamps were all considered ground-breaking styling features of the era. Apart from their good looks, these cars are often considered as some of the best handling classic saloons, and with a five-speed gearbox, all round disc brakes, independent suspension and torquey engine they were very advanced for the time and have the capability to embarrass many of their modern counterparts.
First registered in 1977 and one of the last examples to be registered in the UK, this particular 1600 Junior was comprehensively restored in 2012 and has been used and enjoyed by the present owner since 2006, some eighteen years. For much of that time it's been used as a daily driver and needed to be 'on the button' and ready to go when and wherever required, so further in-depth recommissioning was carried out in 2022 to keep ahead of any deterioration.
Presenting superbly, this matching numbers Junior is finished in Blu Olandese (323) with a contrasting Tan Hide interior and we are told is in excellent condition throughout both bodily and mechanically with a detailed pre-sale check to be carried out prior to being offered at Race Retro. With an original ‘on the road’ figure of £3, 517, a not inconsiderable sum at the time, these vehicles attracted dedicated buyers, an ethos which has continued over the years with this particular example having had just four custodians in total, all of which have clearly maintained the little Alfa as required with invoices from respected specialists including Ian Ellis Alfa and Fostering Classics featuring in the car's comprehensive history file.
The GT 1600 Junior had the lowest production of the Tipo 105 Series Coupés and, when combined with being one of the last few UK cars and finished in an unusual colour, this is a rare car. A perfect opportunity to take custody of one of the most handsome 2+2 Coupes of the 1970s that will provide ‘classic’ family motoring for years to come. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged.
