1975 | Alfa Romeo Giulia Nuova Super 1300

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In the years when Lancia, Fiat and Alfa Romeo were still fighting each other's battles, Alfa Romeo was the pioneer of small sporty cars. The nimbleness of the Alfa Romeo Giulia is at its best when you quickly steer the 'trutted shaker' through tight corners. The downside was that -not too tall- drivers were forced into a somewhat strange, wide-legged seating position. The pedals hung a little too far away in the legroom and the original steering wheel was the size of a ship's wheel. The Italians used to get this sold under the heading of 'character'. Thankfully, almost 50 years later, this has all been addressed and 'finished off' by a true Alfist. Not a car for the purist, but a real driver's car to relive your young years even better!

So the Alfa Giulia was originally born to seduce the 'sporty' fathers of the family. Every time the howler gets a chance to burn some after, you feel your chest hair grow! This, according to the previous owner, could be even better and she was fitted with a seriously potent 2000 block. End result? About 130 Italian thoroughbreds, already clearly equipped with the requisite espresso. He must have a big head of hair by now....

So this Giulia was converted to full rally spec. We'll nod along with you if she wants to come along and watch. Promise. Will we see you soon?