1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 Sprint Coupé Coachwork by Carrozzeria Bertone
Introduced in 1962, Alfa Romeo's 106-Series 2600 range was a direct replacement for the preceding 102-Series 2000 cars. The latter's chassis design and body styles were retained, with minor revisions and improvements, but in place of the old, long-stroke, 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine was a new, 2,584cc, twin-cam six clearly descended from the immensely successful Giulietta. A maximum output of 145bhp was claimed for this unit when installed in the Sprint Coupé and Spider, good enough for a top speed of around 200km/h, and Cars Illustrated magazine reckoned this magnificent power unit "one of the smoothest, quietest running sixes, irrespective of the speed at which it is running, in our experience". Carrozzerias Touring and Bertone were responsible for the 2600 Spider and Sprint Coupé respectively; both of which looked like their 2000 predecessors.
Raced by both the works and privateers, the 2600 Sprint achieved class wins in the 24 Heures du Spa, Tour de France, Nürburgring 12 Hours, Monza 4 Hours and other rounds of the European Touring Car Championship. During the same period it was also extensively hill-climbed and rallied, proving to be a powerful and reliable all-rounder. A total of approximately 2,255 Spiders and 6,999 Sprint Coupés were produced between 1962 and 1966, and today these rare and hitherto under-appreciated models are becoming increasingly sought after by discerning collectors.
This vehicle has remained in Italy throughout its entire existence and has had only three owners over a span of 58 years. It was manufactured on September 20, 1963, and first registered to Mr. Enrico Leone in Novara on February 7, 1964. In 1976, ownership was transferred to Ms. Silvia Romagnoli, who is reportedly a Medical Director at a healthcare institution in Novara.
The elegant color combination of Argento Indian (Indian Silver) with blue leather interior has been meticulously preserved, along with the overall integrity of the vehicle.
Available documentation:
Original Italian registration booklet
Certificate of ownership
Original cancelled complementary sheet
Original owner's manual
Original service booklet
Original tax booklet for car radio/TV fees
Original tax exemption documentation
Located in Italy. 70,000.00 euro