As Jeremy Clarkson once said, you're never a true car enthusiast until you've owned an Alfa Romeo. Indeed, these cars can be a lot of fun to drive, but they have a reputation for harbouring problems.
This Alfa Romeo 33, however, seems to have given all its problems to other examples. Indeed, having spent much of its life being pampered, covering very few miles during its lifetime, this car is in exceptionally good condition both inside and out. The interior in particular resembles that of a car fresh from the factory.
Mechanically, this 1.3 S has undergone a thorough overhaul in recent years. As a result, it runs like a dream and should perform wonderfully. If ever there was a car to help tick Alfa Romeo off the list of cars to own, this is it.
History and Documents
First registered in Italy in 1985
Three owners since new
The odometer reads 21,315 km, presumably the exact mileage
Two Italian owners
Purchased by current owner in 2019
Imported into France shortly afterwards
Never driven in the rain
Extensive service history
Numerous invoices for recent work
Original bill of sale with car
Spare key included
Original manuals
MOT valid until September 2025
The Interior
The condition of the interior is exquisite
The fabric seat covers look wonderful
The grey carpets are superb
The dashboard is in excellent condition - no obvious damage
All interior plastics in perfect condition
The headlining is as good as new
All four door panels are also in very good condition
Steering wheel and gear knob show very little wear
Recognisable instruments - in very good condition
Original car radio
All centre console controls show very little signs of wear
Electric windows work well
Interior lighting wiring rewired
Rubber seals all appear to be in good condition
Trunk liner described as "like new" by seller
Tool kit and spare wheel supplied with the car
The Exterior
The Alfa Romeo 33 is a very recognisable model.
The white paintwork is superb
The black bumpers are an excellent specification
The plastics on the mirrors and door handles are clean and fresh.
The extra headlights blend in well with the car
Headlight covers all look clean and in good condition
The Momo Vega wheels are in excellent condition.
They are fitted with a set of apparently new tyres.
All the accessories, including the Quadrifoglio badges, are present.
The underside of the vehicle looks very clean
The Mechanics
85 bhp, 1.3-litre, four-cylinder boxer engine
Five-speed manual gearbox
Two Weber carburettors
Extensive work carried out in recent years
Complete overhaul of the braking system
Replacement of timing and alternator belts
Replacement of ignition system - spark plugs, lines, battery, etc.
New clutch
Recent engine and gearbox oil changes
The car runs and operates as it should
No mechanical problems reported
Summary
Despite Alfa Romeo's reputation, this 33 is presented in exceptional condition with minimal corrosion throughout. Having covered very few miles and spent the majority of its existence under cover, this car is in exceptionally conversational condition. It looks brilliant and runs just as well after a great deal of mechanical work.
BEFORE YOU BUY
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