Let's put a few facts straight about names: The "Duetto" name (which came from a nation-wide contest - I remember my self and my father sending our suggestion on a postcard) was used for the very early run of the car, therefore only for the early 1600 (1570) version, aside of the "1600 Spider" name, because after selling 190 cars it was found that the name was already registered by a snack, whose producer won the lawsuit vs Alfa Romeo. This happened in 1966, so when the "1750 Spider Veloce" was launched in 1967, the Duetto name was already dumped (although it remained in the popular jargon). Another issue about nicknames: the first series, called "boat-tail" by English-speakers, is know in Italy as "Osso di seppia" = Cuttlefish bone. The "1750" was so called to honour the mythical "6C 1750" of the 1920/30's (one of the winningest cars ever), therefore the actual 1779cc displacement is just a minor issue. By the way, the same 1779cc engine was later used in late 1970's "Alfetta 1.8" ("Alfetta" being the nickname of two almost similar racing cars: the Tipo 158 of 1938 and the Tipo 159 of 1950, the car winning the first F1 championship.)
When I was 17 my Dad purchased a 1966 Alfa Duetto Spider 1600 in red, exactly like the one in the film "The Graduate." I drove that car to a nearby city (Ottawa, Canada) to watch the film, not knowing at the time I'd be seeing Dustin Hoffman driving the same roadster I was. That little Alfa gave me a first-class education in sports cars. Now at 70 I'm retired, living in California, and driving a new-edition bare-bones Mazda MX-5 Sport. While nothing feels the way it did when you were 17, driving this car on twisty back roads with the top down comes close.
What's your opinion on the 1750 gtv Harry? I'v almost saved enough and it will be my first classic/enthusiast car after many years of lusting for too many cars! I'm in Australia, not too many of the usual rust problems here thank God.
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Hey Mumbo what are you doing here? I shouldn’t be surprised because you are quite the car nut. A bit late but loving the hermitcraft content coming out lately :)
Really love the car and the video, but since no one else has mentioned it I feel I should point out even though the engine is always refered to as a 1750 it is actually 17 7 9 cc ' s. Small point, I know but.....
Thanks for the note, I believe I said this in the video at a later point but can't be certain. I know I said it was 200cc bigger than the 1600 engine, though..
You could put the liners an pistons from a 1.6 or a 2.0 and no one would know the difference but you. The beauty of the Alfa engine design, Triumph did that with their big 4 cyl motors in the TR2 thru TR4A.
Another classic that I'd gladly use as a daily drive. Brilliant simplicity and exquisite style. A true Alfa and, as always, a worthy presentation by mister Harry. Cheers.
That look in Harry's eyes :D He's absolutely smitten. He didn't even stand a chance against the charms of this bellezza. She will end up in his garage for sure and he will take excellent care of her.
Another great video review Harry, it's a very pretty little car as you rightly say. Your knowledge and enthusiasm make these videos so watchable. Cheers tony
hello old champ I really enjoy your reviews.my wish list is having a collection like yours.i really appreciate you taking time to show blokes like me self great automobiles.good day
'93 S4 hardtop 30k miles black/tan 5spd plan to replace midpipe with glasspack, have Stinger catback. did hydraulic shocks, stiff air shocks beat me up like go kart. Hydraulic suffer in fast corners yet glide over bumpy roads, good travel but rebound is slow, more luxury refined ride vs hard airshock early Miata feel, also hydraulics lower the ride a bit with OEM springs.
I had a 1966 Guilia Spider and i believe that kind of innuendo is spread by people who have never owned an example of this storied brand of car. I would say that you as a collector are in big Healy territory to get Alfa's build quality from any sports or GT car produced in England.
You live in a beautiful area(I don't know if you actually live there) and having the joy of a convertible Alfa to explore it with is a great way to spend the sunday afternoon.
what a lovely car, would love to own one of these or a gt oneday when im finished with my golf gti. btw have you ever driven a gt and if so what would be the major differences between these cars except styling and the roof obviously
Have you tried a Fiat X1/9? If you can find a 1500 with the smaller bumpers they are such a great car. I love the shorter stroke fiat SOHC. Screams up to 7.5k rpm and produces almost no power whilst doing so!! Wonderful :P
You gotta love Alfas. You see them, then hear them, and you feel them, and before long you realize you're smitten. I've owned Alfas for soon 20 years and if I had the means I'd jump at the chace to get one of these.
Such a Beautiful little car, love the steering wheel and gear box position. I love its simplicity, and it looks amazing. Proper classic in every sense.
Dear Harry, this is an excellent review. And I must say what a beautiful Alfa..! First thing, get rid this ghastly front plate. I think it reduces it's beauty . Never understood the nesecity of a front plate to be honest! Great review !
Pat Gaunt thanks mate. I know the UK legal requirement , my question was why in God's name they don't use the sticker plate.. think it's much much better than this one. At least looks much better on my old Jag. Never had a "pull" so far... Cheers .
mid 60's to mid 70's, definitely the golden age of car design, no computers, no real safety constraints ruining it, just pure inspiration and talent from passionate men... RÉPONDRE
I bought a 1969 1750 ALFA spider new and kept it for over 40 years. No issues with rust on mine as I kept door drains blown out and dry. this was the US version with Spica injection. Over the years I blue printed, balanced, did port work, mild cams, etc. as well as recalibrate the injection. Suspension was upgraded with bushings, bigger sway bars and Koni adjustable shocks, and slightly decambered front suspension. I sold it to a collector and bought a new 2015 ALFA 4 C Launch Edition. I would still have both if I had more garage space. For a few years the 69 was my daily driver but than added another car so I could keep the spider pristine. It was flawless when I sold it.
Hi Harry, for "vetrosina" I suppose you mean "vetroresina" that means fiberglass. You are THE man for classics and iconic cars review. I hope you will do more videos. Congrats from an italian petrolhead living in London. Cheers
My mother had this beautiful car in powder blue & I once drove it at 109 mph as a young woman in 1970 with 2 boyfriends in it - what a thrill!! The engine literally purred - so smooth....
I hired a (later) duetto for a week in Tuscany a few weeks ago loved every minuet of it, had a fiat 124 spider for a couple of days too, preferred the Alfa but both were great little cars for exploring the hill towns.
Gorgeous. IMO the perfect combo of everything. 1600 shape (markers behind wheel arches) best colour, best engine size, period alloys, and as Harry says swap out air box and trunking and so on (store!) and put on trumpets (KN´s , NO ) and a bit more rort and a tiny bit more torque, utterly delightful. (I have had 4 Duettos since I bought by first at 19), and this is "Best of Breed".
Truly beautiful car. Italian cars of this period were just lovely. If Alfa could build something as pretty as this today, but with a truly modern look, make it reliable and sell it for sensible money, I am sure they would have a hit on their hands. Bella macchina!
I can't decide between this or a '79 Lincoln Continental with the "opera windows" as my next car. They're exact opposites in most objective ways, but somehow not...at least to me, but whatever.
Great video and review, Harry ! Pure "petrolhead's" spirit there 😊👍 When are you bringing for a test the iconic '73 Carrera 2.7 RS ? Cheers and keep the excellent work !
A '70s 1300. Nothing like this though. 8 valve, 50 BHP maybe, soft springs and shocks. Looks pretty though, and very practical. People have driven almost all of them into the ground here though.. Only now have they started to think of saving some of them. I have a '96 one, basically same technology but more plastic in it and 6(!!!) more BHP :)))
És um Pininfarina fecho para sus amante em 1965, em lo débit del protótipo su esposa fue avisada por una Buena amiga presente também em lá festa que lo design del coche tenia formato de Las unhas de su amante una mulher gato qui estava presente ao evento entonces su esposa fue tomar satisfaciones se lo coche havia realmente sido inspirado em Las unhas de lá mano da felina y se início una briga com discucion y tapas que fue un desastre em evento.
It was really good to meet you and have a chat today at the NEC classic car show ! Look forward to seeing you again at another event hopefully driving my car again! Keep up the great videos !
As I recall, my 1971 FIAT Spider's convertible roof worked exactly the same way. Too bad those also dissolved into rust-dust just as quickly as did the Alfas. Magical little car - when it worked properly. Oh, well...
I met a man who worked for Alfa in California when The Graduate was being made. Alfa actually made the film company buy the cars! I say cars because there were 2 used. Apparently Dustin Hoffman ran the first one into a curb and rendered it undriveable. The film company had to buy the second one. Apparently, there are subtle differences in the 2 cars.
Harry, I had one of these in the 90s. 1750 in white (and right-hand drive). Spent 20k on a full restoration and sold it for exactly what I paid for it. When the engine died I had it rebuild and blue printed. New cam profiles, balanced crank and flywheel. 135 bhp at the rear wheels I think. Would spin them in 3rd in the wet. Thanks for the videos, I'm feeling very nostalgic right now!
Harry that shape of Alfa in Italian was called " Osso di sepia " squid bone, the ones you found on the beach and you put in the bird cage. Hey !!! Harry I hope with those trendy sun glasses on you're not chasing any Mrs Robinson 😂😂😂😂 Grate little car as usual from Bertone
Harry, at 08:00 you say the Elan did not have a 5 speed gearbox. Yes it did, when coupled to the 130BHP engine in the Plus2 and designated the +2S130/5. www.lotuselansprint.com/index.asp?pageid=41830 You will reply that it never really made it into the Baby Elan that you think was the 'proper' Elan :)) I believe the internals were Austin Maxi.
Yo, Harry, that "chopped-off tail" is known as the Kamm tail. Just sayin'. And, 2nd and 3rd gear are the most fun in these Alfas'. Also, the best way to get into an Alfa Spider is to sit your bum down first and swing your legs in, not chunk in like you did.
If Alfa made exactly that now,people would be queueing around the block,do you think they still have the tooling?I wonder if a continuation edition of a 1960s car would be subjected to all modern apparently important safety regulations,if made by original manufacturer.
How did y’all drive without tunes I know the engine sounds great but after a hour of driving I want some Buddy Guy or James Brown no radio no thank you!🎵🤯🔫
Harry, I haven't seen the Spider in the garage. Don't tell me you sold it! I own one and intend to keep driving it forever. I also upgraded to a 1750 engine years ago.
Kind of ironic how in the movie Dustin Hoffman’ Alfa runs out of gas. Early in this video, the gas gage in this Alfa looks like it is close to empty. Have to note that I love this Alfa, and the one in the movie. The Graduate is one of my all time favorite films. This silver version of the Alfa is really sharp.
Did the later ones add the fake wood shift knob and steering wheel? I liked the look of them, but the fake wood finish would wear off pretty quickly. Jay Leno would love the fake wood! LOL
Need tô show more the Duetto e minus the Guy, he can to tallk and the câmera present the image of car running, the Duetto is an great visual for to show
All the way through I was thinking "he is going to end up buying this" and it seems I wasn't wrong. I hope you do - I can certainly see the appeal. Just one small point on the video, can you zoom out a little when you are doing the walk around the car at the start showing us the finer details? Otherwise a superb video as ever. Keep them coming.
Let's put a few facts straight about names:
The "Duetto" name (which came from a nation-wide contest - I remember my self and my father sending our suggestion on a postcard) was used for the very early run of the car, therefore only for the early 1600 (1570) version, aside of the "1600 Spider" name, because after selling 190 cars it was found that the name was already registered by a snack, whose producer won the lawsuit vs Alfa Romeo. This happened in 1966, so when the "1750 Spider Veloce" was launched in 1967, the Duetto name was already dumped (although it remained in the popular jargon).
Another issue about nicknames: the first series, called "boat-tail" by English-speakers, is know in Italy as "Osso di seppia" = Cuttlefish bone.
The "1750" was so called to honour the mythical "6C 1750" of the 1920/30's (one of the winningest cars ever), therefore the actual 1779cc displacement is just a minor issue.
By the way, the same 1779cc engine was later used in late 1970's "Alfetta 1.8" ("Alfetta" being the nickname of two almost similar racing cars: the Tipo 158 of 1938 and the Tipo 159 of 1950, the car winning the first F1 championship.)
New Harry's video => like before watching
Same here, good Sir :)
that is just stupid, but I find myself, also doing it everytime a new video comes out! :P
I want Harry to read me a bed time story....
I'm 34
Whittle Moore 👍🏽 he would also sound good narrating anything on National Geographic
LOL1
Yep, me too.🤣
Lmao hahahah
I am 80... can't sleep
Thumbs up if you want Harry to buy this beautiful Alfa...
MATTBOESSE hahaha thanks mate... don't have a twitter account.
cheers .
super
Not arsed.
Too bad the steering wheel is on the wrong side for UK.
I want Harry to have all the wonderful cars I will never own.
When I was 17 my Dad purchased a 1966 Alfa Duetto Spider 1600 in red, exactly like the one in the film "The Graduate." I drove that car to a nearby city (Ottawa, Canada) to watch the film, not knowing at the time I'd be seeing Dustin Hoffman driving the same roadster I was. That little Alfa gave me a first-class education in sports cars. Now at 70 I'm retired, living in California, and driving a new-edition bare-bones Mazda MX-5 Sport. While nothing feels the way it did when you were 17, driving this car on twisty back roads with the top down comes close.
Duetto has always been my favourite classic car of all time.
Same here! So beautiful
Love the beard, and the car, and the dealership and the garage and the video haha
Ha! I think the chap on the bike @ 11:50 is riding a Bianchi; how perfectly appropriate that 2 Italians meet on a country road.
Yes indeed. Can't miss the classic Celeste frame color.
What's your opinion on the 1750 gtv Harry? I'v almost saved enough and it will be my first classic/enthusiast car after many years of lusting for too many cars! I'm in Australia, not too many of the usual rust problems here thank God.
You know it's a good day when you get home from work. Relax, and check you're subscriptions and see Harry has uploaded a new video 👍🏻
The return of the llamas, I see. Lovely video!
They were so cute! And looked surprisingly interested in the car.
God, that Alfa is stunning
Don't blaspheme!
@@drchunkybiscuit9973???
God is an Alfa Spider
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I was stupid forgot my login password. I appreciate any help you can give me
@Amos Micah instablaster :)
Stunning car.
Hey Mumbo what are you doing here? I shouldn’t be surprised because you are quite the car nut. A bit late but loving the hermitcraft content coming out lately :)
Harry, you really need to show us your bike collection - especially the Dakar bikes!
Really love the car and the video, but since no one else has mentioned it I feel I should point out even though the engine is always refered to as a 1750 it is actually 17 7 9 cc ' s.
Small point, I know but.....
Thanks for the note, I believe I said this in the video at a later point but can't be certain. I know I said it was 200cc bigger than the 1600 engine, though..
You could put the liners an pistons from a 1.6 or a 2.0 and no one would know the difference but you. The beauty of the Alfa engine design, Triumph did that with their big 4 cyl motors in the TR2 thru TR4A.
Another classic that I'd gladly use as a daily drive. Brilliant simplicity and exquisite style. A true Alfa and, as always, a worthy presentation by mister Harry. Cheers.
That look in Harry's eyes :D He's absolutely smitten. He didn't even stand a chance against the charms of this bellezza. She will end up in his garage for sure and he will take excellent care of her.
Another great video review Harry, it's a very pretty little car as you rightly say.
Your knowledge and enthusiasm make these videos so watchable.
Cheers
tony
hello old champ I really enjoy your reviews.my wish list is having a collection like yours.i really appreciate you taking time to show blokes like me self great automobiles.good day
'93 S4 hardtop 30k miles black/tan 5spd
plan to replace midpipe with glasspack, have Stinger catback. did hydraulic shocks, stiff air shocks beat me up like go kart. Hydraulic suffer in fast corners yet glide over bumpy roads, good travel but rebound is slow, more luxury refined ride vs hard airshock early Miata feel, also hydraulics lower the ride a bit with OEM springs.
I had a 1966 Guilia Spider and i believe that kind of innuendo is spread by people who have never owned an example of this storied brand of car. I would say that you as a collector are in big Healy territory to get Alfa's build quality from any sports or GT car produced in England.
My dream car, sadly getting further out of reach. I should have bought one when I had the chance. Stunning example, a true Italian classic.
You live in a beautiful area(I don't know if you actually live there) and having the joy of a convertible Alfa to explore it with is a great way to spend the sunday afternoon.
Ohhhh yeah!
How come you didnt run out of petrol Harry? There was nothing left on the gauge....or was it just italian electrics not working
Petrol gauge clip was filmed on the way back home. Thanks for watching
gorgeous little thing, a bit drafty in the cabin ..... it's like complaining about a woman being female.
what a lovely car, would love to own one of these or a gt oneday when im finished with my golf gti.
btw have you ever driven a gt and if so what would be the major differences between these cars except styling and the roof obviously
Is there anything nicer than seeing beautifully engineered objects driving through cloistered rural roads?
Have you tried a Fiat X1/9? If you can find a 1500 with the smaller bumpers they are such a great car. I love the shorter stroke fiat SOHC. Screams up to 7.5k rpm and produces almost no power whilst doing so!! Wonderful :P
Agreed - welcome to try my lime green 1300 Harry - I'm only up the road ;o)
Gorgeous car!
I heard there is a kit that will let you fit a Fiat 500 Abarth engine in one. Mental.
corvusala there's a guy who does Honda K engines in them too.
Gorgeous car. Long live the wedge!
Love your reviews Harry. This is the perfect car to pop down to the King's Head on a Fall afternoon.
Go on Harry buy it. Its a little honey. Your face said it all. Just rem you cant take it with you. Great vid as always. Thanks for uploading.
You gotta love Alfas. You see them, then hear them, and you feel them, and before long you realize you're smitten. I've owned Alfas for soon 20 years and if I had the means I'd jump at the chace to get one of these.
I always feel butterflies when I see your XJ-coupe, standing there in the back. ;)
Sold to the man with the grey beard....beautiful car
Such a Beautiful little car, love the steering wheel and gear box position. I love its simplicity, and it looks amazing. Proper classic in every sense.
I think this could easily be a new addition Harry!!
Mine came with a little protective cage protecting the bottom of the engine WHEN you bottom out. Well worth it.
Lllpll9
Begging for an engine swap
Dear Harry, this is an excellent review. And I must say what a beautiful Alfa..!
First thing, get rid this ghastly front plate. I think it reduces it's beauty .
Never understood the nesecity of a front plate to be honest!
Great review !
It's a legal requirement to have a front numberplate in the UK so he can't get rid of it if he wants to drive it on the road.
Pat Gaunt thanks mate. I know the UK legal requirement , my question was why in God's name they don't use the sticker plate..
think it's much much better than this one. At least looks much better on my old Jag.
Never had a "pull" so far...
Cheers .
How the hell you never understood the necessity of a front plate? is super useful
Ah, yeah sorry, could put a sticker plate on - would keep the lines better but I guess less close to the original look of the car (UK models at least)
Greg Albuquerque mate, touchez!
mid 60's to mid 70's, definitely the golden age of car design, no computers, no real safety constraints ruining it, just pure inspiration and talent from passionate men...
RÉPONDRE
Shame it's so unoriginal. Originality is so rare, and the restorers of this car have proved that by creating yet another hybrid.
Nice test Harry! As usual coming from you.. Like the point of having an upgrade engine from the period and driving better with more torque.. 👌
Kim Kardashian 5:56
I am currently restoring a 1968 duetto 1300. So easy and clean, a lovely car. My best project car ever.
amazing car, thanks for the video
Hey look at that: Autumn foliage! Meanwhile in south Texas, it's currently 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
This is an evocation of beauty, perfectly suited to the subject.
I bought a 1969 1750 ALFA spider new and kept it for over 40 years. No issues with rust on mine as I kept door drains blown out and dry. this was the US version with Spica injection. Over the years I blue printed, balanced, did port work, mild cams, etc. as well as recalibrate the injection. Suspension was upgraded with bushings, bigger sway bars and Koni adjustable shocks, and slightly decambered front suspension. I sold it to a collector and bought a new 2015 ALFA 4 C Launch Edition. I would still have both if I had more garage space. For a few years the 69 was my daily driver but than added another car so I could keep the spider pristine. It was flawless when I sold it.
The battery on this car is Bulgarian, wow.
Wow indeed! Rare item in the UK..
Lovely video Harry of a pretty little car within reach, I must confess to always wanting one
Hi Harry, for "vetrosina" I suppose you mean "vetroresina" that means fiberglass. You are THE man for classics and iconic cars review. I hope you will do more videos. Congrats from an italian petrolhead living in London. Cheers
I thought that's what I said but maybe not? Thanks for the kind words and for watching the vid.
My mother had this beautiful car in powder blue & I once drove it at 109 mph as a young woman in 1970 with 2 boyfriends in it - what a thrill!!
The engine literally purred - so smooth....
these enormous wheels are just out of place...
but the car is fantastic because it's usable even today.
That was the norm back in 1975. Low profile tyres didn't exist..
I hired a (later) duetto for a week in Tuscany a few weeks ago loved every minuet of it, had a fiat 124 spider for a couple of days too, preferred the Alfa but both were great little cars for exploring the hill towns.
Impressive little machine. It's got a bit of a modified A-series sound to it, or like that of an early Datsun.
Gorgeous. IMO the perfect combo of everything. 1600 shape (markers behind wheel arches) best colour, best engine size, period alloys, and as Harry says swap out air box and trunking and so on (store!) and put on trumpets (KN´s , NO ) and a bit more rort and a tiny bit more torque, utterly delightful. (I have had 4 Duettos since I bought by first at 19), and this is "Best of Breed".
Great video and great car. Would love to see you Harry test some Alfa from the Fiat era (145Q, 155 Q4, GTV).
Harry is simply an enthusiastic fan of Alfa Romeo's, cars with a aoul built with such a deep passion and love..
Truly beautiful car. Italian cars of this period were just lovely. If Alfa could build something as pretty as this today, but with a truly modern look, make it reliable and sell it for sensible money, I am sure they would have a hit on their hands. Bella macchina!
my man harry's back at it again. nice video!
I just keep coming back to this video again and again.....The car is perfection and Harry's respect for it is compelling. I want one!
I can't decide between this or a '79 Lincoln Continental with the "opera windows" as my next car. They're exact opposites in most objective ways, but somehow not...at least to me, but whatever.
Harry can you do a review on a Porsche 356?
I can just imagine him saying "hmm, put it on Paris plates and add the yellow headlights, lovely"
Great video and review, Harry ! Pure "petrolhead's" spirit there 😊👍 When are you bringing for a test the iconic '73 Carrera 2.7 RS ? Cheers and keep the excellent work !
Harry
, you should buy a Dacia next!
A '70s 1300. Nothing like this though. 8 valve, 50 BHP maybe, soft springs and shocks. Looks pretty though, and very practical. People have driven almost all of them into the ground here though.. Only now have they started to think of saving some of them. I have a '96 one, basically same technology but more plastic in it and 6(!!!) more BHP :)))
Wonderful idea!
Maravilloso coche alfa romeo tiene algo especial que emociona solo al verlo y cuando escuchas su motor es como una sinfonía de Beethoven
És um Pininfarina fecho para sus amante em 1965, em lo débit del protótipo su esposa fue avisada por una Buena amiga presente também em lá festa que lo design del coche tenia formato de Las unhas de su amante una mulher gato qui estava presente ao evento entonces su esposa fue tomar satisfaciones se lo coche havia realmente sido inspirado em Las unhas de lá mano da felina y se início una briga com discucion y tapas que fue un desastre em evento.
It was really good to meet you and have a chat today at the NEC classic car show ! Look forward to seeing you again at another event hopefully driving my car again! Keep up the great videos !
As I recall, my 1971 FIAT Spider's convertible roof worked exactly the same way. Too bad those also dissolved into rust-dust just as quickly as did the Alfas. Magical little car - when it worked properly. Oh, well...
Looks like the Miata of its day. In fact, I would almost suspect the Miata designers copied aspects of this car. I really like it.
You can spot the uneven front tire wear at 01:50,
looks quite suspicious
I met a man who worked for Alfa in California when The Graduate was being made. Alfa actually made the film company buy the cars! I say cars because there were 2 used. Apparently Dustin Hoffman ran the first one into a curb and rendered it undriveable. The film company had to buy the second one. Apparently, there are subtle differences in the 2 cars.
They also dubbed the sound in the film, so it sounds like the Duetto has a V8 under the bonnet..
Harry's garage But did they dub it in Italian or English?...
Sooooo.... 7 years later, why DIDN'T Harry buy this little treasure??? Care to share Mr M???
Gorgeous little car, probably my favourite Alfa ever! :)
Harry, I had one of these in the 90s. 1750 in white (and right-hand drive). Spent 20k on a full restoration and sold it for exactly what I paid for it. When the engine died I had it rebuild and blue printed. New cam profiles, balanced crank and flywheel. 135 bhp at the rear wheels I think. Would spin them in 3rd in the wet. Thanks for the videos, I'm feeling very nostalgic right now!
I bet, sounds ace!
Harry that shape of Alfa in Italian was called " Osso di sepia " squid bone, the ones you found on the beach and you put in the bird cage. Hey !!! Harry I hope with those trendy sun glasses on you're not chasing any Mrs Robinson 😂😂😂😂 Grate little car as usual from Bertone
Harry, at 08:00 you say the Elan did not have a 5 speed gearbox. Yes it did, when coupled to the 130BHP engine in the Plus2 and designated the +2S130/5.
www.lotuselansprint.com/index.asp?pageid=41830
You will reply that it never really made it into the Baby Elan that you think was the 'proper' Elan :)) I believe the internals were Austin Maxi.
Yo, Harry, that "chopped-off tail" is known as the Kamm tail. Just sayin'. And, 2nd and 3rd gear are the most fun in these Alfas'. Also, the best way to get into an Alfa Spider is to sit your bum down first and swing your legs in, not chunk in like you did.
If Alfa made exactly that now,people would be queueing around the block,do you think they still have the tooling?I wonder if a continuation edition of a 1960s car would be subjected to all modern apparently important safety regulations,if made by original manufacturer.
How did y’all drive without tunes I know the engine sounds great but after a hour of driving I want some Buddy Guy or James Brown no radio no thank you!🎵🤯🔫
Harry, I haven't seen the Spider in the garage. Don't tell me you sold it! I own one and intend to keep driving it forever. I also upgraded to a 1750 engine years ago.
Kind of ironic how in the movie Dustin Hoffman’ Alfa runs out of gas. Early in this video, the gas gage in this Alfa looks like it is close to empty. Have to note that I love this Alfa, and the one in the movie. The Graduate is one of my all time favorite films. This silver version of the Alfa is really sharp.
Last car designed by Batista Pininfarina, the founder of Pininfarina. This boat tail looks similar to the Ferrari 330 GTS
Check out petrolicious channel if you like Harry's vids. They make some beautiful ones.
Of course he bought it! You can see it in the background of and he briefly mentions in the video of his Alfa 2000 GTV.
Shifts it self at 9:34 :-) Great car, very nice video. Why don't you show us that Kawasaki triple Harry?
Did the later ones add the fake wood shift knob and steering wheel? I liked the look of them, but the fake wood finish would wear off pretty quickly. Jay Leno would love the fake wood! LOL
From the front it reminds me of a Lotus Elan !
horribly bald front tires on a spotless restoration?! ...must punch somebody....
fuck I love this car
by that, I mean I actually need one.
my doctor prescribed me one for my eyesight.
How do they consider the rear of that a boat tail, if you want to see a proper boat tail look at the 1971- 1973 Buick Riviera.
I love Alfas my sister had a 1973 spyder. It was such a wonderful car. I really wish that i could have bought it from her.
Sum it up. The car is a thrill to drive. Is it perfect? No, but it's more like the girl next door. One you can live with for a life time.
Need tô show more the Duetto e minus the Guy, he can to tallk and the câmera present the image of car running, the Duetto is an great visual for to show
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All the way through I was thinking "he is going to end up buying this" and it seems I wasn't wrong. I hope you do - I can certainly see the appeal.
Just one small point on the video, can you zoom out a little when you are doing the walk around the car at the start showing us the finer details?
Otherwise a superb video as ever. Keep them coming.
@8:52 This is a genuine collectors car. Otherwise it makes little sense to pay double the price for a longtail version.
Without a wind stop it blows quite a nice parting in the back of Harry's hair from 13:00.
So cute and charming!! Buy it Harry!! thank you for the video..
I was in a 1750 alfa romeo spider in the village next to Eastleach where he was
Hi Harry, awesome review! Another Alfa I would love to see you review is the 1300 Gt Junior with the "stepnose". Greets from Germany :)