Unique GTV 2.0 prepared according to Group 2 regulation
Unique GTV 2.0 prepared according to Group 2 regulation
The soul of speed: Alfa Romeo and the legacy of the GTV
Long before speed became a commercial promise, for Alfa Romeo it was a matter of identity. Founded in Milan in 1910, the brand quickly grew into a symbol of passion, engineering, and competition. While other manufacturers built cars to transport people, Alfa Romeo built cars to make hearts beat faster.
In the early years, Alfa dominated circuits with legendary drivers such as Tazio Nuvolari and Giuseppe Farina, who made history with their machines. Victories in the Mille Miglia and the first Formula 1 championships laid the foundation for a reputation that would stand for decades.
But the real story of Alfa Romeo is not only found at the absolute top of motorsport — it also lives in the cars that were closer to the people. That is where the GTV comes into the picture.
The birth of an icon: the Alfetta GTV
In the 70s, Alfa Romeo introduced the Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV, a sports coupé that combined elegance with pure racing genes. With its transaxle layout (gearbox at the rear for better weight distribution), the GTV was no ordinary street car — it was designed with competition in mind.
On circuits and rally tracks, the GTV proved its worth. In the European Touring Car Championship and various rally competitions, the car demonstrated that it was both durable and fast. Teams appreciated its balance and reliability, while drivers enjoyed the direct steering and the characteristic Alfa sound.
That is perhaps the essence of Alfa Romeo's motorsport history: it is not just about winning, but about how you win.
The inheritance today
Although Alfa Romeo is less prominently involved in the rally and racing world these days, the spirit of the GTV lives on. Classic races, enthusiast clubs, and restorations keep the memory alive. And when a GTV is started today, it is not just an engine that sounds — but an echo of a time when racing was pure, raw, and romantic.
That echo currently resonates in our showroom, where a truly special GTV 2.0 stands in fully rally-ready condition. Professionally built in Italy, the car came into Dutch possession a few years ago and has since successfully explored rally tracks in the hands of a skilled driver. He was very enthusiastic about the car, but because he has several other rally cars in his stable, he ultimately chose to prepare the car he had previously driven for years, and with which he has a real connection, for re-evaluation. Consequently, we were asked to find a buyer for this GTV, built according to Group 2 regulations. And who wouldn't want to stand at the start of a historic rally in such a legendary car? We certainly would, but we already own a GTV; otherwise, we would know what to do! However, for the Alfist who doesn't want to build something themselves but wants to jump right in, here lies an excellent opportunity. A Dutch historic rally championship could be in the offing, or perhaps a quiet start with the famous (demo) Eifel Rallye around Daun in Germany. Truly an experience that you, as a rally enthusiast, must have on your checklist.
We could make a whole list of everything that has been prepared on this 1982 Alfa Romeo GTV 2.0, but that would be a very long list. It is much better to make an appointment so that we can show and demonstrate all the ins and outs to you on the spot. Because that is what it is ultimately about: letting you feel the emotion. We already have a great itinerary in mind where we can show you and let you feel how amazing it is to drive this Alfa.
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