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Power
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)
What owners say
Our take, from owner reports
Extremely positive sentiment as a rare, iconic, and desirable classic sports coupe.
1 problem reported · high confidence
Problems owners report
- No specific mechanical
Electrical, or reliability issues are reported by owners in the provided data.
The version owners recommend
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Overall sentiment
Extremely positive sentiment as a rare, iconic, and desirable classic sports coupe. The vehicle is universally praised for its distinctive Italian design, unique slatted headlight covers, and glorious 2.6L quad-cam V8 engine, noted for its 230 horsepower output and sonorous character. Owner discussions express deep admiration and love for the model, highlighting its status as a special, low-production vehicle. There is a strong consensus that it is a "very rare Alfa with a V8 engine" and a "pretty special car." Sentiment is focused on its collectible and aesthetic appeal rather than daily usability or reliability, with no negative operational feedback present in the data.
Positioning vs competitors
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Recommended configurations
Insufficient owner data available. No specific configurations (e.g., transmission, options) are discussed.
General recommendations
Considered a collectible investment and a piece of automotive art rather than a daily driver. Prospective buyers should be aware of significant appreciation in value, with prices noted to have increased substantially over recent years, ranging from approximately $50,000 for a good example to over $170,000 for fully restored specimens. Some owner commentary suggests the higher end of this range may reflect market speculation. A thorough pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with classic Alfa Romeos is strongly implied as a necessity given the vehicle's age, complexity, and value.
Remarks
The provided community feedback consists almost entirely of image posts and general admiration, with minimal substantive discussion of long-term ownership experiences, maintenance, or common problems. The engine is noted to be a derivative of the unit used in the Alfa Romeo Tipo 33 sports racing car and was later, in an enlarged form, used by McLaren in Formula 1. The vehicle's production numbers were low, contributing to its rarity and collectible status. Analysis based on approximately 60 owner discussions, the vast majority of which are appreciative posts rather than detailed ownership reports.
Specifications
Not sold in North America: these versions are from other markets.
2.6
194 hp
Built 1970–1977