Highlights
- Attractive in Grigio Chiaro Metallic silver
- Impressive contrasting red leather interior
- Refurbished wheels
- Just over 50,000 miles
The Appeal
Alfa Romeo is no stranger to producing distinctive and desirable cars, but the Type 916 GTV and Spider launched in 1993 were on another level when it came to standing out from the crowd. Designed by Enrico Fumia while working at Pininfarina, these wedge-shaped sports cars still look as fresh as the day they were launched more than a quarter of a century ago. In 1998 the GTV (Gran Turismo Veloce – or Fast Grand Touring) became the grateful recipient of what many consider to be Alfa's best and most charismatic motor - the 215bhp 3.0-litre 24-valve Busso V6, driving the front wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox. With a 0-60 time of 6.5 seconds and a claimed top speed of nearly 150mph they were highly rated when new and are thoroughly usable modern classics; real driver’s cars in the best tradition of Alfa Romeo.
Having covered just over 50,000 miles since 2004, this Phase II example has been owned for the past 10 years by a true “Alfaholic”, having owned numerous Alfas over the past 25 years. With nicely incorporated upgrades and a good history of servicing and maintenance it remains in excellent condition for a car approaching its 20th birthday!
History and Paperwork
- First registered in January 2004
- Original registration WV53 ZXO
- Purchased by the Seller in September 2013
- V5c In Seller’s name
- Service book with 11 stamps, last stamp @ 49,216 miles
- Last service by Monza Sport @ 50,648 miles in July 2022 (invoice on file)
- Cam belt changed in March 2018 @ 46,372 miles
- MoT valid to November 2023
- Radiator replaced in March 2017
- 2 new tyres in August 2020
- Alfaholics Stainless steel Sports exhaust fitted September 2019
- Q2 LSD fitted November 2020
- Eibach rear anti roll bar
- Oil cooler kit fitted September 2020
- Koni Sports suspension
- Refurbished wheels in 2019 costing £1,050
- New battery fitted May 2023
- Large folder of invoices and receipts
- Original Alfa Romeo leather Owner’s wallet with Manual and books
- Original Alfa Romeo GTV brochure, accessories booklet and price list
- Three keys, plus service key
**Please note the registration P555NAY will be replaced with WV53ZXO prior to collection by the new owner
The Interior
- Attractive red and black interior
- Red leather seats with embossed Alfa Romeo logos in good overall condition with little wear
- Small amount of wear to driver’s seat side bolster; easily remedied
- Bright red matching carpet protected by black GTV floor mats
- Carpet in good condition with little wear and minor marks
- Momo aluminium gear knob and handbrake handle
- Tidy trim, aluminium finish to console with no scratches
- Some small interior trim parts would benefit from attention to fit correctly
- Fitted with later Sony Bluetooth CD/Radio
- Clean gauges, all appear to function correctly
- Clean and undamaged black leather steering wheel
- Tidy boot with grey carpet and no major marks
- Spare wheel, jack and tool roll present
The Exterior
- Grigio Chiaro Metallic silver paint
- Paintwork in impressive condition for age
- Minor stone chips to front bumper and leading edge of bonnet
- All glass and light lenses in good condition with no damage
- Wheels recently refurbished and powder coated
- Lightly worn matching set of Pirelli PZero tyres
- Black tinted side repeater indicators
- Twin exhausts with chrome tips
- All exterior trim in good condition
- All badges in aged but smart condition, damage to the “G” of boot mounted GTV script
The Mechanics
- Fabulous 24 valve 3 litre V6, Alfa’s finest engine
- Six speed manual gearbox
- Clean and mostly corrosion free underside with good undercoat
- Presentable engine bay with light surface corrosion on exposed metal parts
- Regular service history from 2004 to 2022
- Q2 limited slip differential
- Stainless steel exhaust
- Upgraded suspension
- Drives well with no issues
Summary
A well cared for example in an attractive colour combination; we think the V6 version is without doubt the most fun to drive. Add to that the low mileage, well considered upgrades and good history of maintenance. This GTV has plenty to offer!
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