Alfa Romeo 164 QV 3.0 V6 - Zender Wheels, Swiss Delivered, Low Mileage
Alfa Romeo 164 QV 3.0 V6 - Zender Wheels, Swiss Delivered, Low Mileage
General information
Model range: Aug 1990 - Feb 1993
Technical information
Transmission: 5 gears, Manual gearbox
Drive: Front wheel drive
Acceleration (0-100 kph): 7,7 s
Top speed: 237 km/h
Measures
Wheelbase: 266 cm
Weights
Empty weight: 1.390 kg
Carrying capacity: 465 kg
GVW: 1.855 kg
Max. towing weight: 1.400 kg (unbraked 500 kg)
Interior
Number of seats: 5
Environment
Emission class: Euro 0
Condition
Number of keys: 2
Product safety
Manufacturer: Carrosso Classic & Sportscars Eekstraat 2 8375HN OLDEMARKT, NL 0625351515 http://www.carrosso.com sales@carrosso.com
Alfa Romeo 164 QV 3.0 V6
• Originally delivered in Switzerland
• Logically low mileage
• Full service history available
• Original owner’s manuals available
• Air conditioning
• Highly sought-after Zender Milano (Alfa Romeo) alloy wheels
• Alpine radio and instruction manual available
• Original electrically adjustable Recaro seats
• Original delivery document available
• Excellent visual and technical condition
HISTORY/DOCUMENTATION
This is a magnificent example of a rising icon: the Alfa Romeo 164 QV 3.0-litre V6. This car was delivered new on 27 June 1991 by the Alfa Romeo dealer in Thalwil, Switzerland. This country is renowned for its meticulously maintained and well-cared-for cars, and this Alfa is no exception, as the car was serviced almost every year at the same dealer in Thalwil up until 2010. That is a period of nearly 20 years. The car has also been well maintained since then and was imported from Switzerland to the Netherlands in 2017. A particular highlight is the wealth of documentation that has been carefully preserved with the car: the original instruction, delivery and service booklets, manuals and original booklets for the Alpine radio, and the 1995 instruction booklet for the ‘Zender 17’ alloy wheels, which were manufactured specifically for Alfa Romeo. Maintenance invoices, registration forms, MOT forms and a valuation report are also included with the car. It is clear that all the owners have treated the car and its accessories with great care. The car most recently came from a collector’s collection.
EXTERIOR
The stunning design of the 164 was created by Pininfarina. This example is beautifully finished in a two-tone scheme of black paintwork with grey bumpers and side skirts. The paintwork is in very good condition, as are the windows, chrome trim, rubber seals and lighting. The Alfa has been slightly lowered using different springs, allowing the car’s beautiful lines to be shown off to their best advantage. The attractive 17-inch Zender alloy wheels are in very good, undamaged condition and are fitted with Pirelli P-Zero tyres. The headlights are equipped with a headlight cleaning system. The front fog lights are finished in the characteristic yellow colour. The valuation report describes the car as being in an exceptionally good, original and unrestored condition.
INTERIOR
The black leather interior is also in original and good condition with no damage. The interior is finished with grey upholstery and attractive red stitching. The Recaro sports seats are optional and original to the car. The front seats are also fitted with seat heating, electric adjustment and a memory function on the driver’s side. These were progressive options for their time, and the list of extras continues: climate control with a well-functioning air conditioning system, a sport button and a Kenwood radio/CD player with MP3 function. The centre console features an impressive array of switches. The boot is also in good condition.
TECHNICAL
Under the bonnet, the AR64301 V6 engine gleams: the original 2959 cc water-cooled engine is fitted with Bosch fuel injection and delivers a impressive 198 hp. The engine is fitted with a low-maintenance K&N air filter. The engine runs smoothly and is mated to a well-shifting 5-speed gearbox. At the front, McPherson struts (double wishbones) are fitted, and at the rear, there are trailing arms with coil springs, a stabiliser bar and telescopic dampers. The exhaust is fitted with an Ansa sports silencer. The clutch has been replaced and the car has been well maintained over the years.
GENERAL
The Alfa Romeo 164 QV is one of the most distinctive sports saloons of the 1990s. This car combines Italian elegance with powerful performance and is full of interesting details. The Alfa 164 was introduced in 1987 and was the result of the so-called ‘Type Four’ platform, a collaboration between several Italian brands. Nevertheless, Alfa Romeo managed to give the car a look all of its own. The sleek, aerodynamic design was created by Pininfarina, which immediately explains why the 164 is still regarded as stylish. The designation QV stands for Quadrifoglio Verde (green clover). This is a historic Alfa Romeo symbol that has been used on their sportiest models since the 1920s. It therefore guarantees enhanced performance and exclusivity.
The Alfa 164 QV is best known for its legendary Busso V6 engine. This 3.0-litre engine delivers 298 hp and is renowned for its distinctive sound (often described as one of the finest V6 sounds ever), smooth power delivery and sporty driving experience. The engine was designed by the renowned engineer Giuseppe Busso and is still praised by car enthusiasts today. For a saloon of that era, its performance was impressive: 0–100 km/h in under 8 seconds and a top speed of around 240 km/h. This made the 164 QV a serious rival to German sports saloons of the same period. The 164 was ahead of its time. It was the first large Alfa Romeo with front-wheel drive, which was a major change at the time. The QV version was relatively rare, making it a favourite among collectors today. Despite its sporty character, it is also a comfortable touring car, ideal for long distances. The Busso V6 became so popular that it continued to be used in other Alfa models well into the 2000s.
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