Penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro at Bertone, the 105’s clean and distinctive design made it one of the most attractive small coupes of the 1960s and 70s and the earlier ‘Stepnose’ cars were the first of that body shape and seen as the most desirable and this is one of those examples. Our car was produced in October 1967 and delivered to Melbourne, and this is confirmed by the Alfa Romeo Centro Documentazione which accompanies the car. It still wears its original and stunning colour of ‘Azzurro Spazio’ with ‘Nero Fumo’ interior. We believe the interior is completely original and the paint largely original too. The current owner has had this car for around 15 years and given its colout it’s been affectionally known as the ‘Duck’
The current owners are offering it for sale due to lack of use and are now wishing to thin down their collection. The car is remarkably original and although worn through age its patina is charming and it’s unusual to find a car that has not been ‘messed’ with. You could drive this car as is and let it continue to age gracefully or restore it.
The body is in excellent order with no signs of corrosion in any of the usual spots, indeed the wheel well if cleaned up could present like new. The paint is worn in several places, with cracking due to age but we think its patina makes it attractive. If you were to restore it this car would make an excellent candidate to do so. Having said that its perfectly drivable as is and has a recent service including the carbs rebuilt. The engine has been swapped at some point in the past for a 1750 which provides a useful lift in power and torque and out on the open road it drives without fault, and the gearbox has no issues with any syncro’s. Once inside, the cabin feels light and airy and a nice place to be. The dashboard top is without any cracking and gauges remarkably clear suggesting this has not seen much exposure to sun light. The seats are still covered in the original dark blue/grey vinyl and the only point of cracking is seen on the top of the passenger seat and some minor parting on the seams which could be repaired. The wood effect on the dash facing does have some minor cracking and the glove box has been recovered in the timber effect vinyl and could be better done. The door cards are near perfect. Having said this the interior is incredibly original with patina and charming for it.
The wheels are the original and look like they have never been repainted. All the brightwork is correct and in fine condition. The underside of the car whilst aged is solid. Overall, this represents a charming and original ‘Stepnose’ in a desirable and rare colour which is perfectly drivable as is or a great candidate for a sympathetic restoration. A wonderfully attractive car and an affordable way to get into a definitive classic Alfa Romeo.
