Vehicle Description
Produced between 1963 and 1976, Alfa's lovely Giulia GTV Coupe was
one of the most widely adored versions of the popular and versatile
Giulia line. Based on a shortened Berlina platform, the coupe
featured unique styling designed by the brilliant Giorgetto
Giugiaro for Carrozzeria Bertone. The coupe shared its mechanical
makeup with the Berlina and Spider, including coil-sprung
suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and five-speed gearbox. Alfa's
iconic twin-cam inline-four was offered in various displacements
ranging from 1300 cc to 2000 cc with twin carbs or Spica mechanical
fuel injection. Equally at home cruising the interstate as it is
tearing up back roads, the GTV's combination of practicality and
performance makes it the ideal all-round classic for driving
enthusiasts. This crisp and attractive 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV
represents the final evolution of the long-running Giulia coupe
line. This US-spec GTV 2000 features the two-liter version of
Alfa's brilliant twin-cam engine, equipped from new with Spica
mechanical fuel injection and a 5-speed gearbox. The subject of a
comprehensive mechanical rebuild, it features a host of desirable
updates and improvements both visible and under the skin. The
beautiful Bertone designed body is in excellent order, with sharp
lines and very good quality silver paintwork. As part of the
restoration, it was updated with European specification bumpers and
side marker lamps, and fitted with superb reproduction GTA-style
alloys from Alfaholics in the UK. Lenses and bright exterior trim
are in good condition, with straight bumpers, alloy window
surrounds, and the late-style four-headlight grille. The four-place
cabin is comfortable, airy, and a marvelous place to spend a day of
spirited motoring. The black vinyl trim is in excellent condition
on the quarters and door panels, and the newer black carpets fit
well. Highly desirable "flying buttress" sports seats, backdated
from a 1969 GTV, are in excellent order with proper black vinyl
upholstery, and the rear seats are upholstered to match with
material sourced from specialists Re-Originals. The dash features
original Veglia Borletti gauges updated with glass faces on the
speedo and tach, a period-style modern radio with aux-input,
wood-rimmed wheel, and lovely wood dash inserts. The console houses
the classic angled-shifter for the 5-speed 'box, which is topped
with a factory-correct shift knob. Mechanically, the car is
extremely well-sorted, benefitting from a comprehensive rebuild
beginning in 2011, and recent service work by a marque specialist.
Built by marque specialist Don Ereminas of Ereminas Imports, the
2.0-liter twin cam features a host of upgrades to improve
performance, refinement, and power. Features include: Reground
crankshaft with threaded bronze plugs 10:1 compression Borgo
Pistons Columbo & Bariani 10.9mm lift/270-degree camshafts NOS
cylinder head New rods, cylinder liners, timing chains, oil pump,
water pump Lightened flywheel In addition, the original Spica
mechanical injection was rebuilt and tuned. Recent service included
fitting a new, original style rear muffler, allowing the little
2-liter to sing freely. Backing the engine is an Ereminas-built
5-speed gearbox, with new synchros, bearings, and a special
lightened gearset to improve synchronizer life. The flywheel has
been conservatively lightened for a snappier feel without
sacrificing drivability. Looking underneath, the suspension and
floors are exceptionally clean and tidy. Updates include Koni
shocks and 1.5" lowering spring at each corner to tighten up the
handling. All of these subtle yet significant improvements add up
to a car that feels cohesive and immensely enjoyable to drive. The
engine is eager and revs freely, with a character similar to the
earlier and sought-after 1750 engines. Paired with a gearbox that
is positive and smooth in its operation, the car exudes confidence
during spirited driving. With punchy performance, balanced
handling, excellent brakes, and sophisticated styling by the
masters at Carrozzeria Bertone there's no wonder the Alfa GTV is
one of the most beloved driver's cars of the era, and this
exceptionally well-sorted example is perfect for carving up your
favorite ribbons of tarmac. Offers welcome and trades considered
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