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Hi Chaps
I've long been an admirer of the Alfa GTV6, and am considering purchasing one of '83 vintage to run alongside my Integra Type R. The car i'm looking at is a three owner, 50K, full alfa history, and everything works. I am considereing selling my Teg once I know all is well and that the Alfa will be reasonably reliable. The car will be my only car used for commuting about 5 miles daily, and subjected to trips into London, Scotland and the Peak District. It's a scratch I need to itch, even if i sell on and keep the teg.
I am happy to get busy with the spanners, and enjoy working on and maintaining cars. basically whatever needs doing gets done.
So, has anyone on here got experiance with one, and am I taking on a lot of work by buying a 24 year old car? What will need doing, and what should I check for. Is the GTV6 a good idea as an everyday car?
cheers in advance.
I've long been an admirer of the Alfa GTV6, and am considering purchasing one of '83 vintage to run alongside my Integra Type R. The car i'm looking at is a three owner, 50K, full alfa history, and everything works. I am considereing selling my Teg once I know all is well and that the Alfa will be reasonably reliable. The car will be my only car used for commuting about 5 miles daily, and subjected to trips into London, Scotland and the Peak District. It's a scratch I need to itch, even if i sell on and keep the teg.
I am happy to get busy with the spanners, and enjoy working on and maintaining cars. basically whatever needs doing gets done.
So, has anyone on here got experiance with one, and am I taking on a lot of work by buying a 24 year old car? What will need doing, and what should I check for. Is the GTV6 a good idea as an everyday car?
cheers in advance.
Edited by joesnow on Friday 9th March 12:06
No experience of a GTV6 (I had a Sud Sprint a long time ago) although I am still a great fan of the marque. I too fancy a GTV6 but would not contemplate one as my everday car - keep the Type R & buy an Alfa for the added character. Don't neglect it though - run it regularly, say once a week, cars are better being run.
Try "Avon Racing" for advice
www.alfaracer.com/Avon
Try "Avon Racing" for advice
www.alfaracer.com/Avon
I had a GTV 6 (ALfetta) some time ago. I have owned 3 other Alfas 2X GTV (105 series) and an 75 tspark. The GTV6 is the only one I would never consider again!
In no order:
- Rust. Yes its not a myth, beware! Inner wings around suspension tops is a troublesome area
- electrics
- Gear box. the rear mounted g/box receive must criticism for the poor change and deserved it. The actual box itself is nothing special and doesn;t like to be hurried
- no GTVs had power steering (although I believe some retro-fitted bits from the 75). thats a heavy lump up there!
- seating position is uncomfortable
- its not very quick 160bhp in a heavy old car. There are some 3litre conversions
- Handling isn't too good as standard, look for the koni all round, which helps massively.
- noise is great.
- Standard alloys were often porous (mine were), so need pumping up weekly.
- Originally the heads had a oil seal that blew if revs hard when cold and exhaust valve guide wore badly. Probably been sorted by now on any cars left going.
In short I was delighgted to shift mine. A 3 litre 75 is a far superior car, excepting looks.
In no order:
- Rust. Yes its not a myth, beware! Inner wings around suspension tops is a troublesome area
- electrics
- Gear box. the rear mounted g/box receive must criticism for the poor change and deserved it. The actual box itself is nothing special and doesn;t like to be hurried
- no GTVs had power steering (although I believe some retro-fitted bits from the 75). thats a heavy lump up there!
- seating position is uncomfortable
- its not very quick 160bhp in a heavy old car. There are some 3litre conversions
- Handling isn't too good as standard, look for the koni all round, which helps massively.
- noise is great.
- Standard alloys were often porous (mine were), so need pumping up weekly.
- Originally the heads had a oil seal that blew if revs hard when cold and exhaust valve guide wore badly. Probably been sorted by now on any cars left going.
In short I was delighgted to shift mine. A 3 litre 75 is a far superior car, excepting looks.
Thanks for your post. I did go and have a look at one, but as an only car it needed some work. Lovely thing though. Fortunately for my conscience the guy sold it shortly afterwards. They do sound glorious. I've always had a thing for the 105 cars, its the shape I guess as much as the twincam. There are a couple of lovely 1600 Juniors for sale on here, and i've just ordered the 'bible' on the 105 series (keith booker). I'm house buying at the mo, so it may have to wait a while, but have you any comments on these?
How about a 105 car in the garage and a lambretta for the commute?
How about a 105 car in the garage and a lambretta for the commute?
Edited by joesnow on Friday 13th April 13:35
joesnow said:
but have you any comments on these?
They're lovely to look at and good to drive too, although you may want to do some "modding" for spirited modern day driving. The 105s have a very enthusiastic following and because they are so popular in hsitoric motorsport, spares and uprated parts are readily available. The Owners Club has a very enthusiastic 105 forum and many owners are only too willing to muck in and help if you get stuck. You will find one much easier to run and maintain than an Alfetta. Have a look at www.classicalfa.com and www.alfaholics.com for some idea of what bits and pieces you can get - there's not much not available now.
All models have disks all round and 5 speed boxes. 1750 and 2000 especially have decent go in standard form. The smaller engines need working harder but are still "spirited". Obviously watch out for rust - but most of it is repairable.
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