Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale
(1963 - 1966)
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Between 1963 and 1967, the collaboration between Alfa Romeo, Auto Delta and Zagato produced a good 120 examples of the Giulia TZ in two series (TZ1, TZ2). They were almost uncompromising racing cars and were responsible for many class and overall victories. They were characterized by their low weight and exceptionally streamlined bodywork. This report traces the history of the Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ, portrays an original vehicle in detail and shows many archive photos.
This is a story you don't hear every day! Romeo Gross is a photographer and his great love is for the Alfa Romeo brand, which is hardly surprising given his first name. He was particularly taken with the iconic TZ car. And he set himself an unusual task: to photograph all parts of the legendary Alfa Romeo Giulia Tubolare Zagato. The result is a complete work of detailed photographs that together can explain part of the fascination that this car exudes.
The Giulietta from Alfa Romeo was a fine lady. Especially as a spider, it impressed above all with its beautiful design, as one was accustomed to from the Milanese. Over time, however, there was criticism of its performance. It was time to grow up and so the Giulietta became a Giulia. In 1963, the open Giulia with 1600 engine was extensively tested, this report reproduces the original wording and shows the car in historical pictures.
The Giulia from Alfa Romeo drove straight into the hearts of sporty drivers who did not want to do without four doors and five seats. It was above all the engine with two overhead camshafts that made the hearts of sports cars beat faster. But the driving characteristics also corresponded to those of a veritable sports car. In addition to many "pros", there were also "cons", as the racy southerner also had some shortcomings. This test report from back then takes an in-depth look at the Giulia TI and uses historical images and sales material.
The elegant coupé that Bertone presented in Turin in 1957 only had an engine capacity of 1.3 liters, but it was capable of a top speed of over 200 km/h. Impressive. A racing career was on the cards, but things turned out differently. With almost 2800 units produced, the Granturismo coupé was certainly a commercial success and it is still popular today and much admired for its unusual design. This report portrays a 1.6-liter Giulia from 1964 and shows it in many current and historical pictures, which also impressively illustrate its predecessors.
In the fall of 1964, coachbuilder Bertone presented the Alfa Romeo Canguro, designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, to the public at the Paris Motor Show. It was an ultra-flat Gran Turismo sports car that was intended for series production, but never actually went into production. Alas! This report tells the story of the elegant and streamlined Giulia-TZ derivative, illustrated with many historical pictures.
Over 25 years have passed between the Alfa Romeo Giulia Tubolare Zagato and the Alfa Romeo SZ (ES 30). Although both come from the same manufacturer and the same coachbuilder, they are completely different despite all the similarities. A comparison drive should show where the biggest differences come from ...
Just over 500 Alfa Romeo Giulia TI Super were built between 1963 and 1964; they were sports cars in a saloon suit, suitable for family outings and racing on the track. The journalists of the time were eager to test drive the Porsche terror. J. Willek did this for the magazine 'hobby' and was enthusiastic, even if he did find a few points to criticize. This article reproduces the original wording and shows the Alfa Romeo Giulia TI Super in many historic pictures. Even the technical data sheet is available.
A car perfect for the regulars' table? At least, that's what the speedometer of the Alfa Romeo Giulia 1300, the economy model for export, which sometimes indicates 200 km/h, would have you believe. But there is more to the affordable Giulia, as its temperament and driving safety are on a par with the best. Only the workmanship could be better. At least that's what the testers of the magazine 'hobby' found during road tests in 1964. This article reproduces the original wording of the test report at the time and supplements it with many historical photos of the Giulia as well as an original brochure.
In the early sixties, the Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ was one of the cars that had to be beaten in its class. This changed when the competition, e.g. Porsche 904, Ferrari Dino 166 with mid-engine and lightweight construction, launched a counter-attack. Autodelta followed suit and improved the TZ with more power and a significantly flatter plastic body; the TZ 2 was born. This report describes the history of the Alfa Romeo TZ 2 and shows it in current and historical pictures.
Between 1965 and 1969, Alfa Romeo built 500 examples of the Giulia Sprint GTA as the basis for racing. While the "Corsa" versions were responsible for hundreds of international victories and many championship titles, the "Stradale" version offered suitability for everyday use and unrivaled performance in this class. Driving to work during the week and taking part in hill climbs at the weekend was the motto for the GTA. This report portrays an Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA from 1966, goes into the technical concept and shows the GTAs in current and historical images.
The Giulia GTC, the open-top version of the Giulia Sprint GT, is a rarity that even some Alfa fans are hardly aware of. It was only built for a good two years (1964-1966) in around 1,000 units, and only a few of the stunning four-seater convertibles have survived to this day. This report describes the history of the GTC and shows an example in detail, supplemented with archive material and a sound sample.
With the Alfa Romeo Giulia, the car developers in Milan achieved a masterpiece. Hardly ever before had a saloon come so close to a sports car. The four-door model was also a commercial success, selling around 570,000 units in 17 years. The most popular variant was the Giulia Super, which also won over comfort-conscious sports drivers in 1965. This driving report is dedicated to precisely this variant, which drew 98 hp from a displacement of 1.6 liters. With many photos - current and historical - as well as brochures and sound samples, it shows what makes the Giulia so appealing to this day.
The Alfa Romeo 1750 GT Veloce and its relatives Giulia Sprint GT to 2000 GTV are among the most popular classic coupés ever. Between 1963 and 1977, around 225,000 left the Alfa Romeo production facilities. The fast GTA versions caused a sensation on the racetracks for years. This report is mainly dedicated to the version presented in 1967 with the 1.8-liter twin-camshaft engine, but the entire history is also briefly described. The report is supplemented by almost 100 pictures - contemporary and historical - as well as sales brochures, sound samples and technical data.
Mario Andretti is an Italian-American, just like the rare Alfa Romeo TZ3 Stradale by Zagato. Although the American ten-cylinder engine in the Italian tailor-made suit is not a one-off, only nine of them were built. Now one of them is going under the hammer at an RM/Sotheby's auction...
Current market prices for Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale
Coupe, 112 PS, 1570 cm3
Coupe, 92 PS, 1570 cm3
Coupe, 106 PS, 1570 cm3
Coupe, 109 PS, 1570 cm3
Coupe, 116 PS, 1570 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 92 PS, 1570 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 92 PS, 1570 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 78 PS, 1290 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 82 PS, 1290 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 98 PS, 1570 cm3
Station Wagon, 82 PS, 1290 cm3
Convertible, 106 PS, 1570 cm3
Coupe, 112 PS, 1570 cm3
Coupe, 146 PS, 2584 cm3
null, 92 PS, 1570 cm3
Convertible, 112 PS, 1570 cm3
Coupe, 146 PS, 2584 cm3
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| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1964 Sold Coys Frankfurt Motor Show 2015 (September 26, 2015) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1964 | Sold | Coys Frankfurt Motor Show 2015 (September 26, 2015) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1964 Sold RM/Sotheby's The Guikas Collection (November 19, 2021) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1964 | Sold | RM/Sotheby's The Guikas Collection (November 19, 2021) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1965 Not Sold Artcurial Automobilia Rétromobile 2016 (February 5, 2016) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1965 | Not Sold | Artcurial Automobilia Rétromobile 2016 (February 5, 2016) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale Coupé 1964 Sold Bonhams Goodwood Speedweek (October 17, 2020) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale Coupé | 1964 | Sold | Bonhams Goodwood Speedweek (October 17, 2020) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1964 Sold Coys True Greats (December 1, 2015) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1964 | Sold | Coys True Greats (December 1, 2015) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1964 Sold Coys Blenheim Palace Auction (July 11, 2015) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1964 | Sold | Coys Blenheim Palace Auction (July 11, 2015) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1964 Withdrawn RM/Sotheby's The Arizona Sale (January 15, 2015) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1964 | Withdrawn | RM/Sotheby's The Arizona Sale (January 15, 2015) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1964 Sold RM/Sotheby's Fort Lauderdale (March 29, 2019) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1964 | Sold | RM/Sotheby's Fort Lauderdale (March 29, 2019) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale 1964 Not Sold Coys Spring Classics 2015 (March 10, 2015) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale | 1964 | Not Sold | Coys Spring Classics 2015 (March 10, 2015) | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale by Bertone 1965 Not Sold RM/Sotheby's Fort Lauderdale (April 6, 2018) |
Giulia Sprint Speciale by Bertone | 1965 | Not Sold | RM/Sotheby's Fort Lauderdale (April 6, 2018) |
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