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Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint

1976

Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1976
Body style
Coupé
Engine
Inline-4
Type
Mass

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint, an embodiment of Italian automotive excellence, emerged as a distinctive coupé model on the solid platform of the Alfasud berlina. Unveiled at the 1976 Turin Auto Show, the Sprint was a product of the creative prowess of Giugiaro Italdesign, a design that bore the unmistakable stamp of aggressive elegance. Despite its roots in the Alfasud, the Sprint presented a radical departure in appearance. While its aggressive lines hinted at a sporty nature, it managed to accommodate four comfortable seats, striking a balance between performance and practicality. The design, clean and audacious, bore a semblance to the Volkswagen Scirocco rather than its Alfasud predecessor, adding a touch of contemporary flair. One of the most distinctive features of the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint was its second light, which elegantly concluded, giving way to a chrome four-leaved clover emblem. This iconic emblem hinted at the Alfa Romeo heritage, a subtle nod to the brand’s racing history. A ventilation pipe union for the driver and passenger compartment discreetly integrated into this design, emphasizing both form and function. In its initial decade of production, the Alfasud Sprint captured the hearts of automotive enthusiasts worldwide, achieving impressive sales figures that exceeded 100,000 units. This resounding success spoke volumes about the car’s appeal, blending performance, aesthetics, and practicality in a unique package. The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint not only marked a chapter in Alfa Romeo’s storied history but also solidified its position as a masterful creator of cars that combined driving pleasure with everyday usability. As a testament to Giugiaro Italdesign’s vision and Alfa Romeo’s commitment to excellence, the Alfasud Sprint remains an enduring icon in the annals of automotive history.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Mass

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-4

Design & manufacture

Designer · Candidate
Giorgetto Giugiaro
Manufacturer · Documented
Alfa Romeo
Design Studio · Documented
Italdesign

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

Torino General · legacy_preserved
Date
1976
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Italdesign official archive — Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint www.italdesign.it Official first-party project archive

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history1 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    Torino

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