B-0226 was a fibreglass-bodied works Grifo A3/C Corsa with independent rear suspension, the second of two such cars completed midway through the 1965 season. The new Grifos were much…
Read MoreChassis B-0206/D was a right-hand drive Iso Grifo A3/C as reflected by its ‘D’ suffix VIN which denoted Destra (right in Italian). Configured in Rosso with a Nero interior, the car was supplied to…
Read MoreHaving graduated with a degree in engineering from the University of Pisa in 1953, Giotto Bizzarrini briefly took up a teaching position before joining Alfa Romeo where he was quickly assigned a role…
Read MoreChassis B-0208 was the last of three Grifo A3/C Corsas that appeared in a works capacity during the model’s debut season: 1964. Its first outing didn’t come until October 11th when the Paris…
Read MoreAlthough perhaps best known for the beautiful Bertone-bodied Grifo A3/L, arguably the pièce de résistance of Renzo Rivolta’s car building operation was the spectacular A3/C version which Iso…
Read MoreIn mid 1965, Iso boss Renzo Rivolta decided to end his collaboration with Giotto Bizzarrini who, from his facility in Livorno, had designed, built and raced he A3/C Grifo on Iso’s behalf. As part of…
Read MoreChassis B-0222 was the first A3/C built with independent as opposed to de Dion rear suspension and a fibreglass instead of aluminium body. The new car was much-needed after two freshly…
Read MoreChassis B-0214 was one of two brand new Iso A3/C Corsas built by Giotto Bizzarrini to contest the 1964 racing season. Along with its sister car (chassis B-0210), B-0214 was dispatched to the USA…
Read MoreChassis B-0210 was one of two brand new Grifo A3/C Corsas built by Giotto Bizzarrini’s outfit ahead of the 1965 racing season. The ‘65 campaign started in Florida with the annual Sebring 12…
Read MoreChassis B-0203 was a Grifo A3/C Strada built in early March of 1964. It is believed to have been configured in metallic green with beige upholstery. A few days after completion, B-0203 was…
Read MoreWhen Milanese industrialist Renzo Rivolta decided to expand his empire into the lucrative market for high end motor cars, he recruited two of the most respected names in the business: renowned…
Read MoreChassis B-0202 was the first true A3/C built to Corsa trim. It was ordered by East Coast dealer and racing driver, Ed Hugus, who had placed an option on the car after the Grifo’s debut at Turin in late…
Read MoreChassis B-0201 was the prototype Grifo A3/C displayed on the Iso stand at the Turin Motor Show between October 30th and November 11th 1963. The unpainted car (which had a bright red interior)…
Read MoreChassis B-0207 was the first bona fide works A3/C Corsa. Prior to its arrival, Iso had campaigned chassis B-0201, but this car (the original 1963 Turin Motor Show prototype) was not a fully fledged…
Read MoreWhen Renzo Rivolta decided to end his association with Giotto Bizzarrini in August 1965, the Iso boss got his hands on the Grifo trademark that should rightfully have belonged to him from the outset.
Read MoreChassis B-0215/D was a right-hand drive Iso Grifo A3/C produced to Strada specification in Rosso with Nero upholstery. Its steering configuration was reflected by the ‘D’ suffix VIN which denoted…
Read MoreDespite having been a gifted engineer, Giotto Bizzarrini’s curious decision making and desire to compete at the top level of sports car racing ultimately played a key role in the downfall of his auto…
Read MoreAfter successful stints at Fiat, Bertone and Ghia, Giorgetto Giugiaro set up his own studio, Ital Design. Established in February 1968, Ital Design made its salon debut later that year at Italy’s most important…
Read MorePowered by Squarespace.
