Interesting Cars For Sale

[V AR 164]

Hey guys,

Thought I'd make a thread similar to the AusAlfa thread - Interesting Cars (not your own),
Thread can be found here: http://ausalfa.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=1430


So post Alfas for sale that are not yours, just for a bit of fun 

To start it off, this very interesting 156 for sale on oaktree: http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/caboolture/cars-vans-utes/2002-alfa-romeo-156-sedan/1129911584

Pretty cool colour and wing eh? 

Andrew.

[GTV-074]

I like this one,

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Alfa-Romeo-2000-1974/SSE-AD-4430406/?gts=SSE-AD-4430406&gtssaleid=SSE-AD-4430406&rankingType=Spotlight

68k for a 75' Spider .......

That has to be a record, never seen one priced so high. It may be nice and has won some trophies but 280,000km !

[Paul Gulliver]

68k for a 75' Spider

You might want to be a bit careful about that one. Its posted in the forum classifieds and we know what the rules on commenting are ( don't want Uncle Evan shutting down discussion.)

That being  said I did nearly choked on my corn flakes when I read that. But being the owner of a 105 I was pleased to see it . If for example good 105 values are to consistently get to those figures some sale results need to publicly  asked & noted . If you ask anyone that has done a total bear metal last nut and bolt  restoration on a 105 they  probably wouldn't  part with it at that number  ( probably  just break even) .

Also if you look a similar vintage & condition  Porsche 911  they are currently getting silly $$$ for the good ones ( quote from a 911 owner I know) . Probably 2 - 3 times that number.  The 911 is ultimately a better car than the 105 , but I doubt 2 - 3 times better .

In closing a lot of really good cars never get advertised. They just get scuffled around enthusiasts &  baby boomer owners who have  finally got the money to get what they want.

[poohbah]

Great idea for a thread, Andrew.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/duncraig/cars-vans-utes/alfa-romeo-75-3-0lt-v6-potenziata-1991-very-rare/1131737644

I was actually looking for one of these about 18 months ago, but the one I had my eye on got sold from under my nose so I missed out. If I didn't already have my full Alfa allowance, I'd be chasing this one up myself.

Never know, perhaps I will anyway.

[poohbah]

Typical - it never rains, it pours.

When I was looking for a 3L 75 - nada. Now another one pops up worth a look.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/perth/cars-vans-utes/1987-alfa-romeo-75-sedan/1131412242

[Peter Mathews]

I like this one,

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Alfa-Romeo-2000-1974/SSE-AD-4430406/?gts=SSE-AD-4430406&gtssaleid=SSE-AD-4430406&rankingType=Spotlight

68k for a 75' Spider .......

That has to be a record, never seen one priced so high. It may be nice and has won some trophies but 280,000km !

[Peter Mathews]

I have spent the last 6 years restoring the Spider - it had very good bones - it has a genuine logged 173948 miles on the odometer - with only two previous owners,  with many parts replaced or rebuilt.  It is genuine mileage which one cannot say for many other advertisements.  Happy to answer any other questions.

[GTV-074]

Please understand everyone (Peter included) I am not having a go at the car. Its a great car no question about that.

But, its is a 'Landmark' car in the sense that the price is the highest I have ever seen for a 105 spider as such I think it deserves some kind of discussion
but I understand the 'rules' on our forum (even though a forum is for discussing things) so no more comments from me. Perhaps after its sold.

GLWTS.....



Cheers.

[Peter Mathews]

All good - thanks for the comment - always good to have feedback - looking forward to bringing my Alfa 75 Potenziata down to Spettacolo next year to catch up with you all.

[GTV-074]

Here is something interesting/different......a 155

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Alfa-Romeo-155-1993/SSE-AD-4279644/?Cr=0

Looks to be in ripping condition too...

Cheers.

[Neil Choi]

Owned by a current AROCA member.  Was at Spettacolo.
Interesting also it has the 75 type TS so to speak, while a later 155 I saw recently has the newer Fiat(?) TS, a la 156 TS.
Jim Nielsen brought in a 155 Turbo from Japan years ago and heavily modified it.  It is now in the hands of another current AROCA racer.

[aggie57]

Owned by a current AROCA member.  Was at Spettacolo.
Interesting also it has the 75 type TS so to speak, while a later 155 I saw recently has the newer Fiat(?) TS, a la 156 TS.
Jim Nielsen brought in a 155 Turbo from Japan years ago and heavily modified it.  It is now in the hands of another current AROCA racer.

Not 100% Neil but suspect that's series 1 vs series 2 155. Series 2 also had a wider front track. Good looking 155 BTW.

[Craig_m67]

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But, its is a 'Landmark' car in the sense that the price is the highest I have ever seen for a 105 spider as such I think it deserves some kind of discussion

Didn't we lose a restored QLD Duetto to Japan last year for six figures?

Sure I heard that around the traps. Then again it may be my sub conscious trying to trick me into believing I should continue my duetto lost cause rescue *L*

I don't understand the 'no discussion' rule, so long as it's appropriate and respectful it should benefit everybody

[105junior]

I have spent the last 6 years restoring the Spider - it had very good bones - it has a genuine logged 173948 miles on the odometer - with only two previous owners,  with many parts replaced or rebuilt.  It is genuine mileage which one cannot say for many other advertisements.  Happy to answer any other questions.

Nice spider Peter, and good luck with the sale, I believe these cars are undervalued, and i also believe there's always someone out there with a pocket full of cash waiting to invest in a great example, some may recall the Le Mans blue 2000 GTV at the classic throttle shop $100K and the red GT junior  $76k both sold,

[Peter Mathews]

Hi Folks
Couldn't say at the time but my Spider sold on the night I advertised it last Wednesday - coming down to Victoria - I am very happy with the price and thrilled it will be going to a good home - looking forward to seeing "Maria" at Spettacolo next year with the new owner!
Cheers
Pete