Great video. I purchased a 1999 twin spark Spider last year for £1600 and absolutely love it. The twin spark just loves to he reved, classic old school 16v. Cant wait to see what you do with tge £500 GTV.
The alfa gtv and fiat coupes in my opinion look far more beautiful than most brand new cars in fact id say the coupe is one of the most unique stunning looking cars on the road.
Awesome purchase. Currently undertaking a full restoration of my GTV ph2 which has spent its previous life buried at sea….. A great project car and now finally rust free. Looking forward to more vids on this!
The problem with Alfas in the UK tends to be the massive rust they get. I live in Spain and we don't have that problem here, but finding a decent unit for 500 pounds looks like a great deal.
After watching this, i'm feeling better about my CF1 engine, rather than the later ones. Reliable and doesn't use any oil too! Always thought the later ones (Twin Spark engine) with apparently slightly more power, would be better somehow.
I've owned 2 Alfa's and I've always wanted a GTV but for some reason I've never bought one. I love the looks and I love the Busso. Maybe I should take the plunge. I enjoyed this video muchly.
New viewer (and yes I have subscribed). I recently bought a '98 GTV V6 and I absolutely love it. Everyone who knows the Busso engine says that is awesome and they are 100% right, gorgeous sound and great torque. I do agree that the V6 version is front heavy and I will be looking for ways to improve handling to offset that. Thanks for the video and look forward to seeing what you do with the twin spark, but would love to see more vids on the Busso please
I bought a phase 2 916 GTV with practically the same back story as this (even down to the mouse s*** inside) in 2021 to relive my 20’s when I had a red one with black leather interior, which I adored. Absolute fanny magnet back in the mid-2000’s (the car, not me 😂). My current one is silver and had been in a barn for 10 years and I picked it up for 1K as the the underneath was solid and after plugging in a fresh battery, started on the button and sounded lovely as the previous owner had fitted a stainless steel sports exhaust. It has a ropey history, but I serviced it and got the cam belt changed plus a few other bits to make it road worthy (another grand all in after the purchase price) and after that has been practically faultless apart from a MAF sensor which I changed myself and way more reliable than my 2014 BMW 535D Touring which I have just gotten shot of as it was one thing after another with it. You hit the nail on the head at the end… Look after an Alfa and it should - * SHOULD * look after you. I loved this video. Can you tell?!
GTV door cards are prone to having the door shut on the seat belt buckle. Punches a hole straight through 😫 It’s ready for a 20V turbo to be swapped in 😁
I’ve had loads of Alfas, including a GTV 3.0 V6 - it sounds good but the car is all wrong dynamically if you want to really push on - very nose heavy and the chassis isn’t great either - Better off with a 75 V6 Cloverleaf if you can find one - rwd and better balance
Fair play to that old man who bought it at whatever age above 70+ and being able to clamber in and out of it! Im 38 and don’t enjoy getting in and out of mine 😂
They all need 2k spent on them, rear suspension bushes / spring pans , service, cam belt, balance belt , brake lines etc etc and that's before you get into corrosion, abs and airbag, and hope you don't have to do an alternator ! Enjoy , it's exactly my kind of project...
One of the best V6 sounds ever! Similar body kit to the Cup version, which was really special. Still prefer the whoosh ...pisst of the coop though! ;) I'd be tempted if I saw a red or black GTV 3.0 cup with red leather! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I had a late version pininferina, 2.0 t spark in black, like this one. Got rid in 2005 with 120k when shit started to go wrong, throttle body etc. Loved my time with it.
Nice! And the first phase 916 looks the best, for me anyway. Like most Alfa first models in a range. Only one that got better after its facelift was the 166 imo
@@autosportivobedford yep, usually i like the quircky nosedesigns like on the 147, and the original 156 which is beautiful. Never liked the 159 nose on it
not all v6 had a 6 speed ,the ph1 has a five speed . the 5 speed in the v6 is stronger than the 6 speed its also faster to say 100 .the gearing suits the v6 torque.
You are funny guys ! Its fun to watch ! Dont forget, the TS Engines have Bosch Motronic Engine Management ! You should come to the ''Autobahn'' with your GTV ! Greetings from Germany
I had my share of alfas my model was a green alfa Romeo 33 1.5 boxer engine very light chassi and with some tunes It asked to be puled. But it had a tone of Electric problems the fuel pump was Always dead i had to buy a used one when it was runing well was a very good car and very fast but when the eletric problems apeared was a real nightmare to work with. I ended up seling it. Next buy a fiat uno turbo ie now that one was like a rocket.)
Oh man I love the GTV, If there were any Alfas in my country I would have bought a GTV, but since there is none I'm stuck with my Eclipse, not bad thou...
@@Baukevandijk Its a conversion that Autolusso recommended and carried out for me at the same time as the Quaife diff, the std flywheel has springs to cushion the drive,probably just to standardise things throughout the range,the GTA flywheel doesn’t have this and is lighter and it really makes the engine respond much quicker really changes the character of the car,much more like a sports car should be.
Why noone talking about the later 3.2 GTV wich is way rarer than GTAs or GTs but has the same engine! Faster Alfa Romeo of that period with 255 km/h of top speed. Actually I have one, a little tuned with over 270hp and also a few things like Q2 diff, Bilstein/eibach, strut brace ecc. Very good handling car expecially at higher speeds, where you feel less the weight that is not low I have to say..
In defence of the GTV regarding space, I routinely had adults in the back seats and fitted two sets of golf clubs in the boot easily. It’s perfect and i’ve missed every day I don’t have mine. Curse the more practical e class coupe!!
Hi Ant. Any of you guys interested in buying an Alfa Romeo 3.2 GTV in rosso brunello. Quiet a rare car. Only 500 ever made worldwide. Not many at all in that colour. My friend is looking for around 8k for it. 116k miles on it.
That V6 sound is just so nice. Good job on buying that Alfa for £500, it turned out to be in great shape.
Great video. I purchased a 1999 twin spark Spider last year for £1600 and absolutely love it. The twin spark just loves to he reved, classic old school 16v. Cant wait to see what you do with tge £500 GTV.
The alfa gtv and fiat coupes in my opinion look far more beautiful than most brand new cars in fact id say the coupe is one of the most unique stunning looking cars on the road.
Awesome purchase. Currently undertaking a full restoration of my GTV ph2 which has spent its previous life buried at sea….. A great project car and now finally rust free. Looking forward to more vids on this!
The problem with Alfas in the UK tends to be the massive rust they get. I live in Spain and we don't have that problem here, but finding a decent unit for 500 pounds looks like a great deal.
Rust is a thing of the past now!
You got yourselves a nice project. That's a nice car with leather interior. With a little affection it will be just fine. 👍
After watching this, i'm feeling better about my CF1 engine, rather than the later ones. Reliable and doesn't use any oil too!
Always thought the later ones (Twin Spark engine) with apparently slightly more power, would be better somehow.
I've owned 2 Alfa's and I've always wanted a GTV but for some reason I've never bought one. I love the looks and I love the Busso. Maybe I should take the plunge. I enjoyed this video muchly.
Want them....... Two great cars . How about a video on a Alfa Gt 3.2 v6 .
Keep posted we have a 156Gta next week
New viewer (and yes I have subscribed). I recently bought a '98 GTV V6 and I absolutely love it. Everyone who knows the Busso engine says that is awesome and they are 100% right, gorgeous sound and great torque. I do agree that the V6 version is front heavy and I will be looking for ways to improve handling to offset that. Thanks for the video and look forward to seeing what you do with the twin spark, but would love to see more vids on the Busso please
Hi welcome and thank you for subscribing
The sound of the gtv v6 is just incredible. I’ve never experienced a busso but I might just have to
I bought a phase 2 916 GTV with practically the same back story as this (even down to the mouse s*** inside) in 2021 to relive my 20’s when I had a red one with black leather interior, which I adored. Absolute fanny magnet back in the mid-2000’s (the car, not me 😂).
My current one is silver and had been in a barn for 10 years and I picked it up for 1K as the the underneath was solid and after plugging in a fresh battery, started on the button and sounded lovely as the previous owner had fitted a stainless steel sports exhaust.
It has a ropey history, but I serviced it and got the cam belt changed plus a few other bits to make it road worthy (another grand all in after the purchase price) and after that has been practically faultless apart from a MAF sensor which I changed myself and way more reliable than my 2014 BMW 535D Touring which I have just gotten shot of as it was one thing after another with it.
You hit the nail on the head at the end… Look after an Alfa and it should -
* SHOULD * look after you.
I loved this video. Can you tell?!
Thank you for the comment enjoyed reading it.
No worries. I’m liked and subscribed and have shared. I look forward to your videos.
Feel a 3.0 GTV Busso is an itch I have to scratch at some stage.
GTV door cards are prone to having the door shut on the seat belt buckle. Punches a hole straight through 😫
It’s ready for a 20V turbo to be swapped in 😁
I’ve always been curious as to what the Italian spec 1.8 GTV Turbos were like. I’ve tried searching for videos on TH-cam about them to no avail.
@@mre7862 don’t know of a 1.8 turbo but I know there was a 2.0 V6 turbo to get around the cc tax
That’s the one. I couldn’t remember the specifics and took a punt.
@@mre7862 yes I’d love to see what a 2.0 V6 TB drives like . I’m not sure how tuneable they are though
Yep. Absolutely right. Almost impossible to find door cards that haven't been damaged like this.
I was thinking I bet it doesn't sound that good, then it did, what a great noise
I’ve had loads of Alfas, including a GTV 3.0 V6 - it sounds good but the car is all wrong dynamically if you want to really push on - very nose heavy and the chassis isn’t great either -
Better off with a 75 V6 Cloverleaf if you can find one - rwd and better balance
Fair play to that old man who bought it at whatever age above 70+ and being able to clamber in and out of it! Im 38 and don’t enjoy getting in and out of mine 😂
😂😂
My Dad is 84 and is still getting out of his Spider it takes just longer 😅
Hello
Did you end up selling your Abarth 695?
I saw it on autotrader maybe a month or two ago.
They all need 2k spent on them, rear suspension bushes / spring pans , service, cam belt, balance belt , brake lines etc etc and that's before you get into corrosion, abs and airbag, and hope you don't have to do an alternator ! Enjoy , it's exactly my kind of project...
2.0 TS is an amazing engine, I miss mine so much after an old guy twatted into the side of my 156. :(
It's so nice to hear this sound once again
One of the best V6 sounds ever! Similar body kit to the Cup version, which was really special. Still prefer the whoosh ...pisst of the coop though! ;) I'd be tempted if I saw a red or black GTV 3.0 cup with red leather! ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I had a late version pininferina, 2.0 t spark in black, like this one. Got rid in 2005 with 120k when shit started to go wrong, throttle body etc. Loved my time with it.
Nice! And the first phase 916 looks the best, for me anyway. Like most Alfa first models in a range. Only one that got better after its facelift was the 166 imo
Agree about the 166
@@autosportivobedford yep, usually i like the quircky nosedesigns like on the 147, and the original 156 which is beautiful. Never liked the 159 nose on it
not all v6 had a 6 speed ,the ph1 has a five speed . the 5 speed in the v6 is stronger than the 6 speed its also faster to say 100 .the gearing suits the v6 torque.
Another great video guys,still can't believe you all sat in it before me cleaning, if everyone saw it close up 😷
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Again car looks amazing now thank you
Love the sound of the Busso. The 2.0TS is the better balanced car though.
I'm in. I had a gtv 2.0 t spark 16v 96 plate in proteo Rosso and the lusso interior the car was mustard.. loved it.
You are funny guys ! Its fun to watch ! Dont forget, the TS Engines have Bosch Motronic Engine Management ! You should come to the ''Autobahn'' with your GTV ! Greetings from Germany
Great point! And thanks for watching
V6 handling is transformed by handling kit developed by Alfaholics. The difference is unbelievable and front tyre wear much reduced too.
I had my share of alfas my model was a green alfa Romeo 33 1.5 boxer engine very light chassi and with some tunes It asked to be puled. But it had a tone of Electric problems the fuel pump was Always dead i had to buy a used one when it was runing well was a very good car and very fast but when the eletric problems apeared was a real nightmare to work with. I ended up seling it. Next buy a fiat uno turbo ie now that one was like a rocket.)
Oh man I love the GTV, If there were any Alfas in my country I would have bought a GTV, but since there is none I'm stuck with my Eclipse, not bad thou...
absolute beast pairs of cars, one is a beauty and one could be a beauty. but an absolute steal in my opinion
Thank you
Great content 👍😀
V6 exhaust sound 10/10
Put a Quaife diff std flywheel and GTA clutch in the V6 and it totally transforms the car,trust me.
Why the flywheel and clutch?
@@Baukevandijk Its a conversion that Autolusso recommended and carried out for me at the same time as the Quaife diff, the std flywheel has springs to cushion the drive,probably just to standardise things throughout the range,the GTA flywheel doesn’t have this and is lighter and it really makes the engine respond much quicker really changes the character of the car,much more like a sports car should be.
Worth knowing. Thanks. I feel a big bill coming on.
where do you find these cars for 500 quid?
4 seconds into the drive: 'what's that noise?' 😉
😂😂😂😂
Bravo 👏 😊 Saluti from Surrey
Very stylish and the red look better.
Good cheap example for someone who just wants the Alfa or twin spark experience.
Why noone talking about the later 3.2 GTV wich is way rarer than GTAs or GTs but has the same engine! Faster Alfa Romeo of that period with 255 km/h of top speed.
Actually I have one, a little tuned with over 270hp and also a few things like Q2 diff, Bilstein/eibach, strut brace ecc.
Very good handling car expecially at higher speeds, where you feel less the weight that is not low I have to say..
dimmi dove l'hai comprata perché qui in Italia non si trova a meno di 15.000€
In defence of the GTV regarding space, I routinely had adults in the back seats and fitted two sets of golf clubs in the boot easily. It’s perfect and i’ve missed every day I don’t have mine. Curse the more practical e class coupe!!
Were the adults less then 4ft ? 😅
@ I’ll admit it was a squeeze but they got in 🥴🥴
Hi Ant. Any of you guys interested in buying an Alfa Romeo 3.2 GTV in rosso brunello. Quiet a rare car. Only 500 ever made worldwide. Not many at all in that colour. My friend is looking for around 8k for it. 116k miles on it.
2004 model
8v TS is way better than the 16v TS - fact!
Try and find a 2.0 phase 2 with a sunroof that’s rare
Brilliant video! You guys keep refering to a Coupe that is another car. These are Coupes. Do you mean a Fiat Coupe?
Yes fiat coupe
Nice one guys. Was quite impressed with the old Alfa. Alfa GT owner here and new subscriber. Great vid.
Thank you and welcome
Looks like the same platform than the Fiat Coupe, isn't it?
Bung a Quaife diff in the V6 and the nose heaviness goes away.
Are you sure thats not 5k?
Suggestion for what to do with it, try to swap it for something Japanese!!!
Ep3 type r
The story of the video is "Love and Passion difference" 🛑🛑
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OOOOH YES!
One day, one day i'll own a GTV :(
Subscribe and share you never know you might win this one
@@autosportivobedford been subscribed for a while now but will share :D
not bad!
The phase 1 v6 gtvs had a 12valve engine with a 5 speed ;)
Love a gtv
Great Video! but I hate to be the one, the channel name should be Auto Sportiva to be grammatically correct in italian
If the sound of that busso doesn’t give you a chubby you’re dead from the neck down 👊👊👊
Allo all
It is a twin cam twin plug 4 cylinder
comparing a washed up neglected twinspark with no mods vs a good condition v6 xdddddd
The gtv is possibly one of the worst cars I've ever driven, the 2.0 16v engine is absolute dog turd, handling is scary to say the least.
Sounds like you drove a BAD alfa Romeo 😬 not sure the rest of the guys on this comment section will agree with you …
Dog turd engine? What are you talking about?
@@MichaelMoss-tx4zsthey are gutless pal, and totally unreliable.
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try GTV V6 on snow and ice :)
fun fun fun.
@@autosportivobedford 💯 👌
Motore Busso , fantastico!!!Un saluto dall'Italia
Ciao
Bellissssssime💚🤍❤️
Congrats for such a bargain, from a Mito benzina owner!