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1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale

VIN: AR00593
For Sale
$122,750
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Oct 4, 2025
Gallery Aaldering
Lawndale, California, USA
80,803 mi
Manual
LHD
Original & Highly Original
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About this 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale

VIN: AR00593

Gallery Aaldering: Europe’s Largest Classic Car Dealer Since 1975.

Our family-owned business has been dedicated to sourcing and offering the finest classic cars in the world. Today, we proudly present over 450 high-quality classics in stock, making us the biggest dealer in Europe. What you see on [website hidden] is only a small selection. Our full collection awaits at our dealer site. With worldwide shipping, regular sales to the USA, and nearly 50 years of expertise, Gallery Aaldering is your trusted partner in finding and enjoying the car of your dreams.

Some cars are more than machines, they are statements. Built in an era before computers dictated every line and curve, when design was still the guiding principle. The 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale is exactly that. A flamboyant Italian, as if escaped from an artist’s dream, its hand-formed body a reminder of a craft that no longer exists today.

The Sprint Speciale, or “S S,” was born directly from Alfa’s legendary B.A.T. studies (Berlina Aerodinamica Tecnica) of the 1950s, futuristic concepts shaped by Carrozzeria Bertone and inspired by jet-age aerodynamics. That same philosophy found its way onto public roads with the S S. Its drag coefficient? Just 0.29, a figure that remains impressive even now.

Beneath the hood lies the heart of a true driver’s car: a 1,300 cc all-aluminum four-cylinder fitted with twin Weber carburetors. With about 116 horsepower on tap, it is more than capable of propelling this featherweight two-seater to nearly 200 km/h. At the time, that was significantly faster than the standard Giulietta Sprint.

What makes this particular example stand out is its story. Delivered new in Rome in 1961, it remained in the same family in Palermo until 2015. It underwent a restoration in the past, always with respect for originality. The Alfa has only ever been repainted once, in its original Alfa Rosso, with the paint applied in a deliberately thin layer to preserve its character. The interior was also reupholstered, striking a careful balance between freshness and authenticity.

Mechanically, the car has been overhauled and diligently maintained ever since. Engine, gearbox, and brakes are all in excellent condition, making this Alfa a driver’s car in the truest sense. It invites you to take it out on the road, and that may be its greatest charm: it radiates authenticity without ever feeling over-restored.

The interior is pure Italian classicism: minimalistic, beautifully chosen materials, and a steering wheel that could pass as sculpture. The moment you sit inside, you understand what makes this car so special: the harmony of history, beauty, and light-footed mechanics.

The Giulietta Sprint Speciale is not a car that just happens to end up in your garage. It is a deliberate choice. For those who value beauty, engineering, and rarity. A striking creation from a very different era.

Interested in this remarkable Alfa Romeo? Contact Gallery Aaldering today. Active since 1975, we have decades of experience exporting vehicles worldwide and will be glad to discuss the possibilities.

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1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale

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Aug 14, 2025
95% Relevance

1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale

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1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale by Bertone

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 12k km (7k mi) TMU
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LHD steering LHD
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Specs

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Year
1961
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model Family
Giulietta
Model Generation
Model Variant
Sprint Speciale
Model Trim
-
Engine
1.3L Twin Cam I4
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
80,803 mi
VIN
AR00593
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Coupe
Doors
2 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
Red
Int. Color Group
Black