Description
1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Super Sport
Chassis No. 6C0312896
A well-documented, third-series 6C 1750 Super Sport, one of approximately 120 built in 1929. Delivered new as a rolling chassis to the UK and originally fitted with James Young coachwork, it was later rebodied in the early 1990s as a Zagato-style Spider. The car underwent a thorough refurbishment by Phil Reilly & Co. (1997–2000) and has since proven itself in historic events, including the 2001 Mille Miglia.
Production & Provenance
• One of approximately 120 third-series Super Sports built in 1929
• Original chassis number confirmed via stampings on crankcase, chassis tag, and frame horn (partial)
• Delivered new as supercharged rolling chassis to UK market
• First owner: UK registration (possibly as UV6097) to "Pawson" with James Young 3-seater coachwork
• Early history includes UK ownership until 1990s rebodied as Zagato-style Spider
Mechanical Specifications
• 1, 767cc DOHC inline-six (original 1, 750cc overbored during refurbishment)
• Engine features:
Venolia forged pistons with full-floating wrist pins
Carrillo connecting rods
Megacycle camshafts
Jim Stokes-supplied valves and springs
• Roots-type supercharger (period-correct; circumferential ribbing suggests non-original but contemporary installation)
• Single SU sidedraft carburetor
• Constant-mesh 4-speed manual transmission (non-sport ratios suggesting possible original non-supercharged configuration)
• Mechanical drum brakes with finned aluminum drums
• Rear axle with non-sport gear ratios
Refurbishment History (1997-2000 by Phil Reilly & Co.)
• Comprehensive mechanical overhaul:
Block resurfaced, crankshaft reground and nitrided
Cylinder head reconditioned
Supercharger, carburetor, oil pump and water pump rebuilt
• Modern upgrades:
Electric fuel pump
Electric cooling fan
Safety cutoff switch
• Cosmetic refresh including red repaint and black leather retrim
Coachwork & Features
• Zagato-style Spider body fitted early 1990s replacing original James Young coachwork
• Distinctive elements:
Bosch central driving light
Headlight stone guards
Dual Desmo side mirrors
Dual rear-mounted spares
• 18" wire wheels (black painted; four matching with two slightly different spares)
• Black folding top with matching boot
Documented Event History
• Completed 2001 Mille Miglia
• Participated in multiple historic events under previous Japanese ownership (1996-2023)
• Recently imported to US (October 2023)
Included Documentation
• Photographic record of refurbishment
• Service invoices from Phil Reilly & Co.
• Clean title
