1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider in Las Vegas, Nevada

Chassis No. AR457827
Engine No. AR01500 08336

The original Alfa Romeo Giulia, produced from 1962 to 1978, was among the world's first sports sedans; proof that a practical four-door could be every bit as engaging as a purpose-built sports car. The Giulia TI set the tone, borrowing its name from the Italian touring saloon racing class of the 1950s. Lightweight and aerodynamically efficient, the Type 105 series Giulia was powered by Alfa's lively twin-cam four-cylinder with a single carburetor, available in 1.3- or 1.6-liter form. Early cars were equipped with drum brakes, but by 1963 four-wheel Dunlop discs further sharpened the Giulia's performance credentials.

This 1965 Alfa Romeo 1600 TI was originally delivered to Northridge, California and finished in Acqua di Fonte (Springwater Blue) over a tan Skai leatherette interior, according to its production certificate from Centro Documentazione Alfa Romeo. In 2011, the Alfa underwent a full restoration through Santo's Italian Car Service in Los Angeles, which totaled over $50,000. Its body and wheels were restored, while it was refinished in white with a new red interior fitted. Most notably, the Alfa was fitted with a 2.0-liter twin-cam with dual Weber carburetors out of a 2000 GT Veloce. Its mechanicals were refreshed as well, including a rebuild of the five-speed manual transmission and suspension, and was equipped with a fresh set of Vredestein Sprint Classic tires as well as a limited-slip differential.

The Alfa's most recent owner, based in Texas, acquired the car in March 2015 on a bill of sale from Prominent Northern California-based classic car dealer Fantasy Junction. The car received additional maintenance in July 2020 through Italian specialists Vick Autosports in Cleburne, Texas, and brake updates the following month to replace the brake master cylinder and lines. It is now offered with 8,697 miles at cataloging, having been enjoyed thoroughly by its current owner and undergone regular safety inspections in Texas.

Benefiting from a comprehensive restoration and thoughtful mechanical and aesthetic upgrades, this 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1600 TI sporting a heartier 2.0-liter powerplant offers the undeniable charm of a classic Alfa with the usability to enjoy on today's greatest driving roads.