One to Buy: rare RHD 1969 Alfa Romeo Tipo 105 Spider 1750 Veloce
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As a consequence of its sensational Pininfarina styling and starring role in 1967’s hit movie movie ‘The Graduate’, Alfa Romeo’s Tipo 105 Spider became an automotive icon that stayed in production for nearly 30 years.
Launched at the Geneva Motor Show during March 1966, the original 1570cc all-alloy 108bhp dual overhead cam inline four cylinder engine was subsequently replaced by an enlarged 1779cc version at the Brussels Motor Show in January 1968.
In addition to a little more power (122bhp), the Spider 1750 Veloce was a much torquier machine with 137lb-ft on tap at 5500rpm compared to 102lb-ft at 5500rpm for the outgoing variant. The suspension, brakes and interior were also improved for what was undoubtedly the best Tipo 105 ever produced by Alfa Romeo.
Of the 4672 1750 Veloces built by Alfa Romeo between 1968 and 1970, just 633 (or 601 depending on the source) were right-hand drive and one of these rare cars is currently on sale with the Classic Throttle Shop in North Sydney.
Originally delivered to the UK in 1969, it has more recently been restored to concours condition. Presented in Avorio with a Black leatherette upholstery and matching rubber mats, the car also comes with a set of fitted floor mats and benefits from the installation of a USB charger.
Offered fresh from a recent engine rebuilt, accolades from the last three Sydney Alfa Romeo Owners’ Club’s annual Concorso d'Eleganza events in the competitive 105 Spider class have yielded first, third and runner up placings (the most recent of which was in September 2023).
