Trade-in car. This Alfa Romeo Giulietta was lovingly restored in the 1990s by a true Alfa Romeo connoisseur. Someone who knew the marque inside and out and valued authenticity above all else. The restoration work was carried out with meticulous attention to originality, using genuine components throughout. The paint shows a light patina in places and may require minor attention for the perfectionist, but overall, the car exudes honesty and charm. Both the engine and chassis are matching numbers, officially verified by marque experts. Only 2,796 examples of the Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce ever left the factory, making it one of the most coveted variants of the Giulietta range. And for good reason — this car perfectly embodies Alfa Romeo’s motto: “piccola macchina, grande prestazione” — a small car with great performance. When it debuted in 1954, the Giulietta stunned the world. Light, lively, and elegant, it proved that a compact sports car could deliver just as much driving joy as its larger German or British rivals. The Spider Veloce was the answer for those who wanted that little bit extra. Under the hood lies a 1.3-liter all-aluminum DOHC four-cylinder, fed by twin Weber carburetors. With higher compression and sharper camshafts, it produced around 90 horsepower — enough to propel the lightweight Alfa to 185 km/h (115 mph). Not through brute force, but through pure willingness: this engine always feels eager, alive, and ready to perform. The steering is precise, the gearbox delightfully engaging, and the entire driving experience feels solid, balanced, and intuitive. As Car & Driver once wrote so aptly: “The Giulietta doesn’t do everything at blinding speed, but with a wonderful combination of handling, compactness, and sheer joie de vivre.” And that, in essence, is what this car is all about. Once you’ve climbed an Italian mountain pass with the top down and the engine singing behind you, you’ll understand why this little Alfa became a true icon. Interested in this beautiful Alfa Romeo? Contact Gallery Aaldering today. Active since 1975, we have decades of experience exporting classic automobiles worldwide. Ask us about international shipping options.