Will the Alfa 75 become a classic?

[giordano92]

G'day,

Im in the market to adding an older Alfa to my stable and have my heart set on an Alfetta GTV. However, part of me has always been curious about the 75, i know they are a great drivers car especially with the 3.0 V6 under the hood. Although I'm spectacle about the styling, to me they look great, truly Italian of the 1980s but to many others I'm not sure.

But my question is will the 75 become an eventual classic?

Honest opinions please, i mean to me they are awesome cars but i know a few of you may be bias

Saluti, Giordano.

[Redmatt75]

IMHO it already is. Rear drive, with a Busso engine Tidy 105 series cars, spiders, and Alfetta GTVs are starting to get quite pricy, but you should be able to pick up a 75 for relatively decent money.

[giordano92]

Originally Posted by Redmatt75

IMHO it already is. Rear drive, with a Busso engine Tidy 105 series cars, spiders, and Alfetta GTVs are starting to get quite pricy, but you should be able to pick up a 75 for relatively decent money.

Yeh Redmatt, Alfetta GTV's are pricey, and I've found a very cheap 75 with the 3.0 Busso. So I'm undecided

So its a "yes" from you it will be a classic?

Saluti, Giordano.

[K18 NOB]

Im sure they will be I cant say if they will rocket in value but there are already signs that 75s are getting harder and harder to find now. At the price you can currently pick them up for i think they are a bargain regardless of becoming a classic or not.

[giordano92]

Well ill be honest, id prefer to purchase a model that i know will be sought after and will eventually increase in value. Just to add that bit of extra exclusivity. I guess the signs are looking good, however I'm still undecided.

Saluti, Giordano.

[Redmatt75]

I guess it depends how much you are willing to pay. These days 105 coupes are pretty much nailed on appreciating assets, but you are starting to pay big money for them.

The nice thing about a 75, is that it will still be a perfectly useable second car

[giordano92]

Originally Posted by Redmatt75

I guess it depends how much you are willing to pay. These days 105 coupes are pretty much nailed on appreciating assets, but you are starting to pay big money for them.

The nice thing about a 75, is that it will still be a perfectly useable second car

Well thats true, but my plan is to purchase something relatively cheap however something thats in fair condition. No major engine work will be a plus. But i just hope to have a car (after restored) that will be worthy of considerable value.

Saluti, Giordano.

[arguti]

They are already creeping up in value as are (some would say surprisingly) the later 155 here in the UK.

Sure the 75 V6 is great but the ordinary Twinspark 2.0 is also now getting rarer as the engines are all being snapped up for 105 Giulia GTA replicas etc.

In my opinion, the 75 turbo will be the pick of the bunch investment-wise as will be the 155 Q4 which is why I have looked seriously at these (same underneath as a 16V Lancia Delta Integrale and 1/3 the price) - these are the best to enjoy and also hopefully make some profit if you even decided to sell.

[giordano92]

Originally Posted by arguti

They are already creeping up in value as are (some would say surprisingly) the later 155 here in the UK.

Sure the 75 V6 is great but the ordinary Twinspark 2.0 is also now getting rarer as the engines are all being snapped up for 105 Giulia GTA replicas etc.

In my opinion, the 75 turbo will be the pick of the bunch investment-wise as will be the 155 Q4 which is why I have looked seriously at these (same underneath as a 16V Lancia Delta Integrale and 1/3 the price) - these are the best to enjoy and also hopefully make some profit if you even decided to sell.

I guess so, i mean the appreciation wouldn't be as quick as an Alfetta GTV but i guess something is better then nothing.

Saluti, Giordano.

[Unkle Munkle]

Mine's on a classic car insurance policy so it must be! I think, if left relatively original and in nice, clean condition then I think a 75 would fetch good money. I wouldn't sell mine unless I got offered silly money for it as I know I'll never find another one like it. Had it for 12 years now!

[giordano92]

Originally Posted by Unkle Munkle

Mine's on a classic car insurance policy so it must be! I think, if left relatively original and in nice, clean condition then I think a 75 would fetch good money. I wouldn't sell mine unless I got offered silly money for it as I know I'll never find another one like it. Had it for 12 years now!

Well thats promising, 3.0 V6?

Saluti, Giordano.

[rossogtv]

Quirky,underated cars that I believe will only go one way in the future.I have owned a 3.0 75 and it was a nice drive. My advice for what its worth is buy the best you can find with a good provenance and I don't think you will regret it.Not sure how many 'good' ones are left now though !

[giordano92]

Originally Posted by rossogtv

Quirky,underated cars that I believe will only go one way in the future.I have owned a 3.0 75 and it was a nice drive. My advice for what its worth is buy the best you can find with a good provenance and I don't think you will regret it.Not sure how many 'good' ones are left now though !

Im gathering that one way is up?

Saluti, Giordano.

[K18 NOB]

I dont see any reason why they would not become sought after, As already mentioned the twinsparks are getting harder to find, as with the turbos they are already making good money. I believe to some people they are just not old enough yet,

I already see my 75 as a classic and i know i will never get anywhere near the ammount of money ive spent on it should i come to sell but that doesnt bother me, I love the car and dont plan to sell.

[purple145]

they are bound to, every Alfa does become sought after as they remain a good drive and good to look at whether young or old, whereas other marques that are sold on their technological virtues (eg Audi) soon become obsolete and tired looking. The only question is how much of a money spinner it will be, an affordable classic that will quietly increase in value so it can be enjoyed for little cost or something car investors look at for a quick and sizable return IMO.

[giordano92]

Originally Posted by K18 NOB

I dont see any reason why they would not become sought after, As already mentioned the twinsparks are getting harder to find, as with the turbos they are already making good money. I believe to some people they are just not old enough yet,

I already see my 75 as a classic and i know i will never get anywhere near the ammount of money ive spent on it should i come to sell but that doesnt bother me, I love the car and dont plan to sell.

Originally Posted by purple145

they are bound to, every Alfa does become sought after as they remain a good drive and good to look at whether young or old, whereas other marques that are sold on their technological virtues (eg Audi) soon become obsolete and tired looking. The only question is how much of a money spinner it will be, an affordable classic that will quietly increase in value so it can be enjoyed for little cost or something car investors look at for a quick and sizable return IMO.

Thanks for the responses guys, see the monetary value is what I'm wondering about. I see that an Alfetta is around AU $2000 more then a 75, however the long term value may increase quicker for the GTV. But i just hope i don't spend more then what its worth or what it will be worth in 10 years time.

Saluti, Giordano.

[Redmatt75]

I don't have any classics (yet), but my Dad has restored about 6 or 7 classic cars (Citroen DS and Traction Avante in his case). The one thing I would say is - do it for love, as it won't be a money spinner. You'll quickly fall in love with your classic, and be spending all sorts to keep it looking good. Dad once quietly admitted to me that for the money he spent restoring one of his cars, you could buy two new equivalent ones

[giordano92]

Originally Posted by Redmatt75

I don't have any classics (yet), but my Dad has restored about 6 or 7 classic cars (Citroen DS and Traction Avante in his case). The one thing I would say is - do it for love, as it won't be a money spinner. You'll quickly fall in love with your classic, and be spending all sorts to keep it looking good. Dad once quietly admitted to me that for the money he spent restoring one of his cars, you could buy two new equivalent ones

I see your point Matt, but i just feel that if i did have a flawless or well presented 75 i just want it to be worth something.

Saluti, Giordano.

[Redmatt75]

Originally Posted by giordano92

I see your point Matt, but i just feel that if i did have a flawless or well presented 75 i just want it to be worth something.

Saluti, Giordano.

It definitely will , and it could be worth a lot as long as you are prepared to wait. If I had the time, or the space, I'd probably get one anyway

[Unkle Munkle]

Originally Posted by giordano92

Well thats promising, 3.0 V6?

Saluti, Giordano.

No, a Twin Spark Veloce but it's as mint as it can be like all my Alfas have been!

[RuiX8]

Not an Alfa expert, mostly a learner here.
But here's what i think.
It's already a classic. Nice lines, nice mechanical layout, great engines (Turbo & V6), great drivers car, etc.
Very cheap to buy, not hard to restore..
If it's to make tidy, to keep and enjoy, it's an instant classic.
If it's to expect a future raise in value, don't think so.
Still, worth it to own imo.
Cheers.

[purple145]

I think we are about to find out

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1991-ALFA-...#ht_500wt_1077

[craig matthew]

Does anybody know this 75 looks very nice but as i am glasgow not very handy for me to go see

[giordano92]

It will be interesting to see

Saluti, Giordano.

[Unkle Munkle]

Originally Posted by craig matthew

Does anybody know this 75 looks very nice but as i am glasgow not very handy for me to go see

Yes, that was one that Wayne at EMC was selling a while ago. Nearly went for it myself but couldn't part with my TS!