Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce
Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce - A Grand Name for a Grand Sports Car
If you are looking for a special sports car take a look at this because the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce was designed by legendary sports car design team Carozzeria Pininfarina. The Alfa Giulietta is truly a great classic sports car born from an established racing pedigree.
With a grand name like Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce, it is required to leave a lasting full-bodied impression, as any exquisite delectable delight should. This fine Italian sports car does not disappoint in that regard.
Whether you are looking for a fine example of an Alfa Romeo for sale or interesting historical information about a wonderful classic car you'll find a few things below to pique your interest - enjoy!
History of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta
A legend in the making
The 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint began a new phase for Alfa Romeo. It was inspired by the world renowned racing tradition Alfa was known for and ushered in the first mass produced Alfa Romeo. The Giulietta evolved through many body-styles including the Spider, Sprint, TI, and Veloce.
The Italian design firm Carozzeria Pininfarina was charged with designing a new prototype for 1955. Their masterful creation was the Giulietta Spider Prototype, first introduced to the public at the 1956 Turin Motor Show ready and rarin' to go for production that year. Fondly referred to as "fair girl" by Pininfarina, the Giulietta was planned as a US export from the start, but European demand for the fun sports car made sure it was enjoyed on both sides of the pond.
In 1956, the Veloce was introduced. This version was super sporty, with its dual-cam 1300 cc alloy engine. Using dual Weber DC03 carburetors capable of producing 90 horsepower - a true racer for its time. The gas tank was enlarged to better prepare it for endurance racing while the larger front brakes provided excellent stopping power. By using Plexiglas rear and side windows and aluminum alloy doors, hood, and trunk lid the vehicle was able to shed weight, greatly improving performance. The Veloce modifications were available on the Spider and the Sprint.
Fewer than 2,800 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce's were produced making this classic a rare find. The Giulietta Spider Veloce lovingly featured on this page was produced in 1959.
Above is an absolutely beautiful '59 Alfa Spider Giulietta that sold in 2013 at auction for an amazing $140,250. Watch the live auction at the Gooding & Company’s East Coast auction at Amelia Island Florida and enjoy the bidding frenzy!
A Stunning Tribute to the Alfa Romeo
History of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta - Complete your classic car collection with this lovely book
Nothing better than a great book of photos to show off your love of the classic Alfa Romeo Giulietta. This fine addition to your collection features the full history of the Giulietta model range including the Berlina, Sprint, Spider the racier Sprint Zagato and Sprint Speciale and of course the very rare Giulietta Promiscua wagon of which only 91 were ever made.
This book includes photos, information, and even Giulietta's racing victories between 1955 and 1965. It sure brings back some nostalgic memories doesn't it?
Did you know the popular Alfa Romeo Giulietta was re-introduced in 2010 as the Type 940. It took second place to the 100% electric Nissan LEAF in the European Car of the Year award for 2011. The 2010 Giulietta was a 5-door hatchback and was produced until 2020. It was indirectly replaced by the Tonale SUV.
