Alfa Romeo Alfasud

Launched in 1971, the Alfasud was an all-new departure for Alfa Romeo, both in its design and its execution and became the best-selling model in the history of Alfa Romeo . Originally it was developed with the dual intentions of launching the company into large volume production and providing a more affordable model than their highly regarded sports cars. However, its story was far from straightforward. Although respected for its technically brilliant design and universally praised for its ride and handling, the model never quite reached its full sales potential and its reputation was marred by problems that could not have been foreseen. With over 240 colour photographs, the book includes a brief history of Alfa Romeo to the end of the 1960s. The development of the Alfasud's design and the political reasons for building a new factory are given along with the car's reception from both the press and owners. The evolution of the model from initial prototypes, to the improvements to build quality and performance, including the Giardinetta and Sprint variations are covered as well as Alfasuds in competition. The political and labour problems, as well as the early quality control issues are discussed. Finally, there are numerous specification tables, performance data, chassis numbers, engine codes and colour charts.

This Essential Buyer’s Guide leads you through the process of buying an Alfasud, from whether this is the right car for you, what it’s like to live with and what it will cost you to run, to which version and engine is best for you and what you should be paying for it. Having helped you decide these factors, this guide then takes you through the buying process. It explains what equipment you’ll need when you go to view a car and shows you how to quickly determine whether to look at a particular car in more detail or to just simply walk away. A comprehensive and thorough evaluation section, with a points scoring system, lets you fully assess a prospective purchase and detailed illustrations show exactly what to look for. With advice on paperwork, buying at auctions and thorough and clear advice on restoration, every aspect of sourcing your car is covered. Having led you to your perfect car, the Guide goes yet further to give you all the contact information you'll ever need to get involved with the Alfasud-owning community allowing you to make the most of your new pride and joy! eBook ISBN: 978-1-787118-31-7 (9781787118317) Print ISBN: 9781845840075 (9781845840075)

When the Alfasud was launched at the Turin Motor Show in 1971, it immediately attracted attention, not only for its sleek styling by Giorgetto Giugiaro and aerodynamic design but also for its advanced engineering and layout. As Alfa Romeo's first volume small front-wheel drive production car, the Alfasud set new and unsurpassed levels of handling and refinement.In this comprehensive book, Colin Metcalfe puts the Alfasud project in the context of Alfa Romeo's ideals and objectives and examines the technical innovations and advanced features of the car. Every model in the Alfasud range is covered in detail, including the two major facelifts. The author explains what to look out for when buying an Alfasud. He also provides practical tips and advice for keeping it on the road.Drawing on his unique knowledge as an active member of the Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Colin Metcalfe has written the definitive concise guide to one of the ground breaking small family cars of its time.

The legendary Alfasud vanished from the showrooms in 1984 with the introduction of the Alfa 33. During its production period the Alfasud range dominated the glamorous end of the small car market with steady improvements over the years. Among the range of articles in this book are road tests, model introductions, long term reports and buying secondhand. Performance, technical and comparison data is well covered. Compare the Alfasud with contemporary rivals. Models included are 1186cc, Ti, 1286cc Sprint, 5M, 1300Ti, 1490Ti, 1490 Sprint, 1.4 Super, 1.5 Sprint Veloce, 1.5 Super, Series III, Ti 1.5 Veloce, 1.5 Hatchback, Sprint Trophy.

Saloon, Hatchback & Sprint Coupe. Does NOT cover 1.7 litre Sprint introduced December 1987. Petrol: 1.2 litre (1186cc), 1.3 litre (1286cc), 1.4 litre (1350cc) & 1.5 litre (1490cc).

This book is the first detailed account of the 1980s joint venture between Alfa Romeo and Nissan.Mired in political controversy from the get-go, the joint venture produced two identical cars based on the Nissan Cherry but built in Italy and equipped with Alfa Romeo running gear. The Alfa Romeo Arna and the Nissan Cherry Europe sold poorly and the venture, which ended in 1987, has been ridiculed ever since.Alfa Romeo historian sets the record straight on the Arna with this extensive research based on period documents, to separate the facts from the misconceptions once and for all.

All of Alfa's great sportscars, including the convertibles and coupes, come vividly to life, from the pre-war 6C to today's Spider and GTV, including the Giulietta 750 and Giulia 101. Andrea Sparrow's informative text tells the Alfa Romeo story and details the individual models. David Sparrow's award-winning color photographs deliver a stylish appreciation for Alfa's world-renowned sports cars. A colorful celebration!