Highlights

Rare Bertone-bodied 2600 Sprint with a six-cylinder engine
Comprehensive restoration from non-running condition
Professionally repainted in metallic bottle green with new red leather interior
Contrôle Technique until February 2027

The Appeal

While Alfa Romeo is known primarily for its four-cylinder Nord twin-cam, there was also a six-cylinder version reserved for Alfa's big grand tourers. Bertone-bodied 2600 Sprints are rare. They were exceedingly expensive when new, so sales were not especially strong, resulting in very few survivors remaining today.

Here we have a well-restored example in metallic bottle green with new red leather interior. This Sprint has undergone a meticulous restoration after being discovered in non-running condition, having been dormant since at least 2001. The current owner has personally overseen nearly every aspect of the restoration process, with only the upholstery and paintwork entrusted to professionals. The result is a vehicle that presents very well and is reportedly ready to enjoy.

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History and Paperwork

Registered on 26/10/1966
Purchased by the current owner in January 2021
French registration document (Carte Grise) present
The serial numbers are reported to match
Vehicle was not in running condition when purchased, having been dormant since at least 2001
Previous registered keepers did not provide any documentation
Only has invoices for work completed by the current owner
One of the last Alfa Romeo coupés with an inline six-cylinder engine and Bertone bodywork
Owner performed all restoration work except upholstery and paint
All invoices for parts and services are reportedly available
Has a valid Contrôle Technique until February 2027

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The Condition

Bodywork restored to a good standard
Bumpers are in good original condition
Grille and various chrome parts present in good condition
Two new mirrors installed
Underbody has been treated against future corrosion
Paint work was done by a professional panel beater
New carpets throughout
Leather seats completely restored
Floor restored with anti-corrosion treatment and sound insulation
Window seals and slides replaced
Door seals and side window seals replaced
Interior heating system restored
Steering wheel refurbished
Window winder cables repaired
Wheels sandblasted and painted
New tyres mounted and balanced
New hubcaps purchased

The Mechanics

2.6-litre DOHC inline-six
Five-speed manual gearbox
Engine has been checked
Valve clearances corrected
Compression ratio is good
No repairs needed
Engine compartment scraped, treated for corrosion and repainted
Servo brake restored with repair kit
Engine hood restored with sound insulation
Starter, accelerator, and hood closure controls restored
Heating fan replaced
Wiring harness and spark plugs replaced
Engine and gearbox mounts replaced
Carburettors restored with ultrasonic cleaning
Defective membranes replaced along with engine connection silent blocks
Electronic distributor assistance installed
Rear brakes restored with conversion to silicone fluid
Brake lines cleaned with alcohol
Callipers restored with new pistons, seals, hoses, and pads
New master cylinder and brake light switch
Handbrake shoes refurbished
Hubs and shock absorbers restored with new silent blocks
Engine oil pan cleaned and checked
Top end of engine checked
Camshafts removed and shim adjusters changed
Compression ratios checked
Clutch disc replaced
Master and slave cylinders restored with repair kits and converted to silicone
Thermostat replaced
Hoses replaced
Water temperature sensor replaced
Water pump restored with repair kit
Radiator completely rebuilt
Silent block supports replaced
Additional electric fan installed with control
Differential bearings and oil seals replaced
Silent blocks for tie rods and differential supports replaced
Flex disc and centre bearing between gearbox and differential replaced
Fuel tank sandblasted
Electric fuel pump replaced
Exhaust system rebuilt
Two stainless steel silencers installed
Headlights replaced
Defective wiring repaired, various defective contacts repaired
Fuel gauge repaired

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