Lot details Registration No: XWV967A Chassis No: AR383180 Mot Expiry: Nov 2004
This right-hand drive Alfa Romeo Guilia spider originally left the Milanese factory and came to the UK in 1963. In 1999, however, it was completely rebuilt from a bare bodyshell for circuit racing by previous owner Jim Avis. Side windows and winder mechanisms were removed, interior stripped and open bodywork sprayed in very Italian Giallo Fly yellow. The Veloce specification included twin Webers, tubular exhaust manifold, front disc brakes and aluminium fuel tank. Original steel wheels were retained.
After just one event though, the racer was acquired by the current owner in November 1999. 2000 pre-race prep and tuning was entrusted to Tank Barrett of Bewdley, Worcs, and the car was successfully driven to and from six races during the season, at the end of which pre-winter Waxoyl treatment was carried out by Worcester Classic Cars. The engine was in receipt of a 2001-2002 Supercharger Services (Wolverhampton) rebuild with forged pistons, reground crank, ported and polished head, and Jim Evans race/rally cams. In addition, roll-over bar and fire extinguisher were renewed and electric fan fitted. At Donington in 2002, this car beat the near identical ex-Justin Murphy HSCC series winning and now Rollo Beale run spider. For 2004, the calipers have been rebuilt.
Current cosmetic condition is described as being generally good with only minor defects and some bubbling to the four year old paintwork. Both 1.6-litre four and 5-speed manual transmission are claimed to be in excellent order.
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