Alfa Romeo Montreal, for sale in Monterey, California, for $52,500.

Originally exhibited at the 1967 Montreal Expo, the Bertone Styled, two-seater Montreal coupe debuted at the Geneva Salon in 1970. Unlike the Expo prototype that used Alfas 1.6-liter twin-cam four-cylinder engine, the production Montreal used a "civilized" 2593cc version of the T33 sports racers four-cam V8.

Air vents behind the doors suggested a mid-engine layout like the T33s, but as installed in the Montreal the dry-sumped engine was front-mounted and drove the rear wheels via a five-speed ZF gearbox. Detuned for road use, this superb, race-pedigreed power unit produced 200 hp at 6,500 rpm courtesy of electronic ignition and Spica mechanical fuel injection.

The Montreals running gear consists of independent front suspension and a live rear axle, plus disc brakes all around. A great performing automobile, the Montreal was good for a top speed of 137 mph and, in spite of a hefty price tag, proved very popular in its day.

This Alfa Romeo is Engine # AR00564*00588.

This example comes out of a private collection. Previously owned by a past president of the AROC Arizona region. The car is finished in red with black interior.

Documented ownership history. Sold new by Alfa Romeo Concessionaria Premoli & Terzaghi to a Mr. Losi Lino of Secugnago, Italy on November 25, 1971.

Originally imported to the U. S. by Barbara J. Subbotin in September 1985 and titled in California. The car was next purchased by John Ling of Silverstone Restorations in Wisconsin in June 1988. In July 1991 the car was sold to Rick Popovits and John Burns of Costa Mesa, California with 72,971 kms. Sold to Arizona on February 25, 1995.

A rust free example. The paint is excellent. Repainted at a cost of nearly $10,000. (A couple of small paint chips are evident, from normal use. )

Bright work and glass are excellent. Correct Turbina wheels. All lights (including eyebrows), gages and accessories work. The interior is in very good condition. The upholstery is original and shows some minor signs of wear (no tears or open seams). The passenger electric window is slow.

Since 1995 some of the items replaced or serviced:

• performed regular maintenance (replaced all filters including in the gas tank)
• replaced all the fuel lines (at the pumps and under the hood)
• replaced all hoses and belts
• replaced the exhaust system (NOS)
• installed stainless steel brake lines
• replaced front sway bar bushings
• replaced rear trunnion bushings
• replaced window switch
• replaced shift lever cover plate
• replaced rear window struts
• five Michelin 195/70R14 tires (< 1,000 miles)

The suspension and steering are tight.

Some of this cars concours results include:

• 1st Place AROC San Diego (2005)
• 1st Place AROC Southern California (2002)
• 1st Place AROC New Mexico (1998)

• 1st Place AROC Phoenix (1996)
• 1st Place AROC San Diego (1992)

This car has also been featured in :

• Special Interest Autos (SIA) February 2002

• Concours Italiano Event Program (1998)

A wonderful opportunity to own this special car!

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