1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint, formerly black plate California car.

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint and the Giulia that succeeded it are one of the most popular and collectible Alfas on the market. The 2+2 bodywork designed and built by Bertone is seductively beautiful. The first iteration of the Sprint had a four-speed transmission and column shift; from 1958 that changed to a more modern five speed gearbox and a floor shifter. The Sprint version, ith its fastback styling, s a wonderful, ong distance touring car with generous interior space for luggage.Approximately 7,100 were produced from '62 to '64, oughly 2,000 fewer cars than its roadster stablemate. Therefore the Giulia Sprint is somewhat more difficult to find today in good condition and are prized by Alfisti the world over.

We are fortunate to offer a solid, 962 Giulia Sprint Normale with known history and under the care of a serious Alfa enthusiast for 7 years. Some of the paperwork that survives indicates that it may be, n fact, black plate California car in the early years. We know this because the current owner has possession of the CA black plate. Oral history (and maybe some documentation) tells us it was owned by an Australian man in California. Allegedly the Alfa participated in the California Mille and perhaps even the Australian Mille. California Mille founder and dealer, artin Swig, old the Sprint in 2002 to an enthusiast in Upstate New York. The previous owner, VSCCA member, urchased the Alfa from him 7 years ago and kept it until a week ago when we acquired it.

Before coming east, t was treated to a restoration to a fairly high driver standard. Mechanically, t remains in fine running order and the odometer reads 56,000 miles. The dark blue exterior paint looks good however close inspection will reveal a few flaws that appear to be cracks in the finish. The interior looks as it should with proper materials used throughout. The Sprint has the correct 104hp, 570 cc, ingle Solex carburetor motor.This is a delightful car to drive and ideal for tours and rallies. If you are new to Alfas, his one is for you. If you have Alfa experience, his is one of the good ones.

Call Michael Maddalena in Connecticut at (203) 917-2354 for more information.

Call Michael Maddalena in Connecticut at (203) 917-2354 for more information.