Equipment
RHD. 2,443/110hp, triple Weber carburetors, column shift 4-speed, chrome wheel covers, Michelin Cable Confort S.S. tires, Audiovox radio, Marchal headlights and driving lights.
Condition
Gilco tubular chassis, Alfa drivetrain, Michelotti-designed Ghia body. The last of four built. Restored in the late 90's, Best in class at Villa d'Este in 2001. Restored again, First in Class and Most Elegant Closed Car at Pebble Beach 2019 with several subsequent awards. Excellent clearcoat paint, bright chrome and pristine upholstery. Undercoated body. Strange stalactite growth hanging from the left parking light wiring. Restored better than new.
Market commentary
Offered by Christie's at Pebble Beach in 2001 with a confusing description and even more confusing saleroom notice, the bidders passed on it at a bid of $160,000. Christie's sold it at Retromobile in 2006 for $223,204(Euros 187,250 at the time) and Bonhams offered it at the same venue in 2010. It's had a major restoration since and is an extraordinary example of emerging design trends at the beginning of the 50's, restored to the highest standards with awards to prove it. It was bought reasonably for what it is and is a great example of the present consignor recognizing its design and history and being compensated for an exemplary restoration.