1993 Alfa Romeo 164S
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Highlights
- Exceptionally rare 3.0L 24V V6 model
- Extensive history file included
- Fabulous example of the legendary V6 Busso engine
The Appeal
For many, this was Alfa Romeo’s swan song. Sure, it wasn’t the last car from the company, but for many, it was the big statement piece - that last hurrah before Fiat’s takeover. The last thoroughbred Alfa Romeo on the market.
The lineage is clear. That beefy Busso engine in a boxy body with that distinctive grill - there was no missing the car’s lineage, and while it wasn’t a gigantic seller, it left a big impact upon the automotive world. This particular model was one of the last additions to the range - and what an addition it was. Perhaps one of the finest engines Alfa ever produced, this was a fierce, flamboyant car that turned heads and took names.
This rare survivor is in great condition, and still carries all of that top-quality Italian pedigree.
The History and Paperwork
- Purchased by current owner in 2020
- Comprehensive service history
- Invoices for work carried out by specialists
- Recently serviced
- MOT valid until September 2023
The Interior
- Impressive interior with angular design and black leather accents
- Entirely original throughout
- Embossed Alfa Romeo branding sets a luxury feel
- Slight sagging to headlining, but very minimal wear
- Clean, well-presented dashboard with characteristic button console
- Well-kept carpets throughout
- Clock’s digital display not working
- Passenger door electric window is slow to close
- Boot is in good condition with spare wheel and tools included
- Overall, a beautifully kept interior with minimal wear
The Exterior
- Bright burgundy red paintwork makes an impressive factory-spec profile
- Some small scratches and stone chips, but overall beautifully presented for age
- Some blistering around mirror mounts and locks
- Small scuff to front left-hand of bumper
- Well presented chromework
- All badges and branding in excellent condition
- Overall, a very clean external presentation with minimal fault
- Good quality wheels with impressive speedline alloys
- The car has been inspected and is solid below. (Vendor would welcome any inspection on this.)
The Mechanics
- We’re informed this is a reliable runner with no leaks or smoke
- The 3.0L Busso 24 valve engine is a much cherished one, seen here in wonderful condition
- Eyecatching red and chrome accents make the engine one of the car’s star attractions
- Clean, tidy engine bay with no visible signs of corrosion
- Over £3,500 spent since 2020
- New timing belt
- New clutch
- New starter motor
- New alternator
- New oil seals
- Recently serviced
Summary
With its exceptionally rare status and that oh-so-popular engine, this is a real star of the 90s. It’s often said that you aren’t a petrolhead if you haven’t driven an Alfa Romeo at least once, and this model acts as a superb ambassador.
Boxy, eyecatching, and still carrying that distinctive continental feel, this Alfa Romeo 164S is going to be a guaranteed headturner. Plus, the Busso engine guarantees that even if people don’t see you coming, they’ll definitely hear you!
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1993
- Make Alfa Romeo
- Model 164S
- Colour Burgendy Red
- Odometer 104,000 Miles
- Engine size 2959
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Falkirk
- Location Scotland
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- Zi•••• £7,400 23/11/22
- Fl•••• £7,300 23/11/22
- ra•••• £7,200 23/11/22
- Fl•••• £7,100 23/11/22
- mo•••• £7,000 23/11/22
- Fl•••• £6,700 23/11/22
- Zi•••• £6,600 23/11/22
- to•••• £6,500 23/11/22
- ra•••• £6,300 23/11/22
- Fl•••• £6,100 23/11/22
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