1300 Scalino unwelded, in excellent condition!
1300 Scalino unwelded, in excellent condition!
***A beautifully beautiful Tipo 105, commonly referred to in the classic car scene as a "Bertone Coupe", is for sale. ***
Specifically, an early-series coupe, immediately recognizable by its distinctive front end. The leading edge of the bonnet sits slightly higher than the front panel, creating a step, or edge, that clearly distinguishes it from the second series, which came onto the market from 1970 onwards. In German, this is referred to as the "Kantenhaube", while in English it is called the "Stepnose". Of course, it sounds most evocative in its native Italy, where the "edge" is affectionately called "Scalino". This is not an official model designation from Alfa Romeo, but rather a nickname given to the beautiful coupe by its fans.
The 105s were built as successor models to the Giulietta/Giulia Tipo 750/101 series (1954-1964) from 1964 to 1976. In 1966, Alfa Romeo introduced the 1300 Junior as an entry-level model for budget-conscious buyers—as one would probably put it in today’s marketing jargon.
**This 1300 Scalino was first registered in Italy in October 1968. **Unfortunately, we do not know its history in its home country. However, it can be assumed that the coupe was treated with great care and probably never exposed to road salt either. It is a rust-free, unwelded example, which is very rarely the case with these cars. A dealer from southern Germany specializing in Italian classics imported the Scalino to Germany and sold it in 2008 to an Austrian enthusiast and former owner of an Alfa-authorized workshop. Since 2021, the Junior has been owned by one of our customers, who further improved this already exceptionally good example in several details. The original rubber linings in the passenger and luggage compartments had to make way for high-quality carpets, the slightly sagging seat cushions were renewed by an upholsterer and covered in black genuine leather. The standard 2-spoke steering wheel was replaced with a nearly new 3-spoke steering wheel from the GT 1600 Sprint, and 4 new Koni dampers were fitted, to name only the most significant improvements.
This car has, it should be noted, never undergone a full restoration. It was painted once years ago, but was never dismantled and restored—simply a very special gem!
Ithink the pictures show what exceptionally good condition this coupe is in. Nothing has been modified or cobbled together—it is a car that shows it has been carefully looked after throughout the decades of its life and has not been abused by dozens of "amateur mechanics".
**Unfortunately, text and pictures cannot adequately convey how superbly this car runs and drives—you have to experience it... **The engine starts immediately even after a longer period of standing and runs wonderfully smoothly and quietly even when cold. The gearbox shifts perfectly, smoothly and precisely, without any noise. Nothing rattles, everything works, every switch, every lamp—simply a joy to drive this classic Alfa—you never want to get out, just keep driving, ideally southwards—to Lake Garda...or Tuscany...
Are you interested? Then I look forward to your call at +43-664-307 607 Robert Schatteiner
This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.
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