This Alfa Romeo was built in 1931 and was in Switzerland from 1934 until 1959. Chassis repairs suggest the car was wrecked comprehensively, probably in Switzerland, and it's safe to say that at some time the car was raced. While there is no record of this car racing, the Supercharged 6C 1750 Grand Sport Alfas dominated sports car racing from 1929 to 1930.
This Zagato-bodied two-seater spider is typical of the model. A total of 369 Super Sport and Grand Sport 6C 1750s were built. It is powered by a water-cooled, double-overhead-cam, 6-cylinder, 1752 cc, engine coupled to a 4-speed manual transmission. The engine produces 85 horsepower and the supercharged version was capable of 90 mph. The chassis consist of channel-steel, and front and rear suspension by semi-elliptic leaf springs with 4-wheel drum brakes.
Current owner purchased the car in 1993 and a three-year restoration was completed in 1996. Since the restoration, the car has been driven 1,800 miles just for the fun of driving it, according to the owner. | |
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