Highlights

Glass-out respray in modern Alfa Romeo Misano blue
Full engine rebuild recently completed
Upgraded wth Koni shocks, Eibach springs, and a Q2 limited-slip differential
MOT valid until February 2027

The Appeal

In the early Noughties, the hot hatch market was, well, hotting up, notably with the Focus RS and the Golf R. Into the mix came Alfa Romeo with its pretty 147. Where its rivals majored on tech, the Milanese firm went with character, which was mainly delivered by the car’s superlative ‘Busso’ V6.

Giuseppe’s crackling powerplant, here in 3.2L output, was good for 250bhp, giving the 147 the pace to match its rivals. Reviewers felt the standard car needed a little work, which likely explains why this very smart 2003 GTA now features Eibach springs, Koni shocks and a Q2 diff. The eagle-eyed will also spot a short shifter, braided hoses, Autodelta pipework and a Black Edition wheel.

Enthusiasts will also note that the GTA was never available in this car’s Misano Blue. The paint was applied as part of a full restoration and respray of the glass. Less obviously, the car has received a full engine rebuild in recent years.

The 147 GTA is one of Alfa’s modern gems. With current MOT runs to February 2027, this one is ready to enjoy.

Key Information

Mileage: 145,000 miles (not warranted
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid to February 2027 with advisories
Technical specs: 3,247cc 24V V6 petrol, six-speed manual
Paperwork: some paperwork as shown, V5C, handbooks

The Detail

The vendor states a full restoration has been carried out
Full engine rebuild completed we are told
Glass-out respray in Alfa Romeo Misano blue (not the original colour)
Some light stone chips to front of car but not significant or unsightly
Underside as shown with no structural advisories on MOT
18in dark grey multispoke alloy wheels with some marks and tarnish
Fitted with matching Uniroyal tyres showing good tread
Black leather interior with some light wear to usual high traffic areas
Koni shocks and Eibach springs fitted
Braided brake lines installed
Short shifter fitted
Q2 limited-slip differential fitted
Alfa GT Black Line steering wheel with red stitching fitted
The vendor notes some age-related marks are present
The vendor describes the condition as between average and very good

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