Highlights

Believed to be the only Engstler-modified 156 2.5 V6 in the UK
Vortech supercharged V6 producing approximately 285 bhp and 330 Nm of torque
Left-hand drive, originally registered in Italy
In current ownership for approximately eight years with considerable investment in maintenance
MOT valid until November 2026

The Appeal

The Alfa Romeo 156 2.5 V6 is already a fine driver's car, combining one of the most charismatic engines of its era with a chassis that earned widespread praise upon launch. This particular example, however, goes considerably further. Modified by Franz Engstler - the German engineer and touring car racer renowned for his work on Alfa Romeos - it carries an Engstler ER2 plate (no. 215) in the centre console and is fitted with a Vortech supercharger, uprated front brakes, a strut brace, and slightly lowered suspension. The result is a car that the vendor believes to be unique in the UK, producing approximately 285 bhp and 330 Nm of torque through a six-speed manual gearbox.

Imported from Italy and now on UK plates, this left-hand drive 156 has been in the current owner's hands since 2018. Prior to that, it had been stored in a warehouse alongside other classics from around 2007. Since acquiring it, the vendor has invested in comprehensive recommissioning and ongoing maintenance, with key work detailed below. A copy of Auto Italia magazine from 1998 accompanies the car, featuring the same-specification car no. 211, making for interesting reading alongside this no. 215.

Key Information

Mileage: 63,141 km (indicated, stated as correct by the vendor)
Country of Registration: UK
MOT status: valid until November 2026
Technical specs: 2,492cc V6 petrol with Vortech supercharger, 6-speed manual, left-hand drive
Paperwork: V5C present, copy of Auto Italia magazine from 1998 featuring the same-specification Engstler ER2

The Detail

Major service completed including replacement of all cambelts and auxiliary belts
Air conditioning compressor and associated pipework replaced
Supercharger scavenge pump replaced
Yokohama tyres fitted at approximately 60,000 km
Suspension bushes replaced during current ownership
Fitted with 17" TSW imitation knock-off alloy wheels
340mm Alkon front brakes, strut brace, and slightly lowered suspension
Engstler ER2 plate no. 215 mounted in the centre console
Only very minor fade on the roof attributed to earlier bird-dropping damage
Black Momo leather interior described by the vendor as clean and tidy
Wooden steering wheel fitted
Driver's seat showing slight signs of ageing; rear seats hardly used
All switchgear and instruments reported to be working as they should
Garaged throughout current ownership, previously warehouse-stored from approximately 2007
Twin tailpipe exhaust

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