1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint

Highlights

  • Subject to a recent mechanical refresh 
  • Ready for a final tune-up and registration in Italy
  • A very presentable example with lots of original features

The Appeal

Boasting impressive handling, sprightly performance and a level of stylish flair only the Italians can achieve, the Alfasud Sprint is rightly revered to this day.
Here we have a smart and seemingly quite original 1985 Quadrifoglio Verde which benefits from a recent overhaul of the mechanicals. Acquired by the present owner in Germany and now back in its country of origin, we’re informed that this little Alfa just needs some final setting up before it can be road registered and used once more.



The History and Paperwork

  • German import that is yet to be registered in Italy
  • Supplied with German registration documents
  • Acquired by the vendor in 2015
  • Repatriated to Italy where we’re informed that it has since undergone a mechanical refresh
  • We understand that it is now almost ready to be driven, with just a quick tune up required



The Interior

  • Exceedingly elegant design
  • Looks to be very original and in really good condition with some gentle patina in places
  • The highlight for us is the green carpeting which present very well overall, with just a few signs of wear and tear
  • A beautiful and very stylish wood-rimmed steering wheel exhibits some very light patina
  • The wood-effect finish on the gear knob has worn away, as is very common with this part
  • The dashboard, instrumentation and switchgear all present well
  • All of the patterned cloth upholstery remains in very good condition considering its age
  • There are a few marks on the seats, but no excessive wear or obvious signs of damage besides a small tear near one of the head rests in the rear
  • Even the fragile mesh head rests remain in good order
  • Retains its retractable rear parcel shelf
  • Still has its Alfa Romeo embossed rubber boot mat
  • Spare wheel present under the boot floor
  • The vendor informs us that all the electrics work as expected



The Exterior 

  • Attractive metallic green paintwork
  • Black plastic trim with light green accents which really make this car stand out
  • The vendor informs us that the eight-hole alloy wheels are new, as are the tyres
  • Sprint badging with the famous ‘Quadrifoglio Verde’ insignia
  • The paint presents really well, with very few imperfections
  • The bodywork appears incredibly straight and very solid
  • A look underneath suggests this Alfa’s structure to be really sound
  • All the trim, glass and light lenses display well



The Mechanics 

  • 1.5-litre four-cylinder boxer engine
  • Five-speed manual gearbox
  • All looks to be in good order under the bonnet
  • The vendor informs us that the engine has been serviced and runs well
  • We’re informed that the alternator is new
  • Work has also been carried out to the cooling system
  • The only fault the vendor notices is a slightly crunchy second gear synchromesh on downshifts
  • Some final set up and tuning is advised before the car hits the road once more as the car hasn’t been tested extensively since the mechanical work was carried out



Summary

This looks to be a delightfully original and well-sorted Alfasud Sprint. We’re deeply envious of its next lucky owner.
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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1985
  • Make Alfa Romeo
  • Model AlfaSud Sprint
  • Colour Green metallic
  • Odometer 60,737 Kilometres
  • Engine size 1500
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Milan
  • Country Italy
Bidding history
11 bids from 4 bidders
  • Ja•••• €8,100 24/03/23
  • wi•••• €7,500 24/03/23
  • Ja•••• €7,000 24/03/23
  • wi•••• €5,500 24/03/23
  • Ja•••• €5,000 24/03/23
  • wi•••• €4,200 24/03/23
  • ca•••• €4,000 24/03/23
  • Ja•••• €3,000 24/03/23
  • ru•••• €2,200 24/03/23
  • ca•••• €2,000 24/03/23
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