Alfa Romeo 75 3.0 V6 "Restored and rebuilt" 1988 for sale

Today everyone talks about the sound of the Busso V6, and rightly so. But when the conversation about an Alfa Romeo 75 focuses solely on the soundtrack, half the story is lost. This Alfa was not built just to sound beautiful. It was built to behave on a twisty road exactly as a true Alfa Romeo should. The Alfa Romeo 75 was introduced in 1985 and is named in honor of the brand's 75th anniversary. The design was the work of Ermanno Cressoni and was anything but cautious. A sharp front end and angular lines made the 75 instantly recognizable. Not everyone found it beautiful at first, but it’s unlikely anyone ever called it boring. Alfa Romeo employed engineering more commonly associated with a dedicated sports car. The engine was mounted at the front, while the transmission, clutch, and differential were grouped at the rear. In other words, a transaxle layout. This allowed for a much more even distribution of the car's weight. Add inboard rear brakes and, in the case of the 3.0 V6, a limited-slip differential, and it’s easy to see why the 75 feels so different from a regular sports sedan of the same era. The front end bites in, the rear helps the car rotate, and you sit precisely between the two. In 1987, the three-liter V6 joined the model range. The engine belongs to the famous V6 family developed under the direction of Giuseppe Busso and has become one of the most beloved Alfa Romeo engines of all time. Start it up and you immediately understand why. Even at low revs, it sounds powerful. As the revs climb, the sound develops into something that is hard to describe with moderation without ultimately becoming overly enthusiastic. So let’s keep it simple: it sounds magnificent. This particular example dates back to 1988 and has been restored and rebuilt by an enthusiast with a keen eye for detail. Someone who understood that, with a 75, the details are exactly what matters. The body has been repainted in Grigio Medio, a color that suits the sharp lines of the design exceptionally well. Inside, the leather upholstery has been renewed. As a result, the interior presents itself fresh and well-kept without losing the distinctive character of the 75. The angular dashboard, unconventional controls, and low seating position immediately remind you that Alfa Romeo was not looking at how other manufacturers were doing things at this time. It simply followed its own path. An electric sunroof is also present. The work is documented with invoices, providing a clear account of everything that has been done. And how does it drive? Exactly as you would expect from an Alfa that has spent many years in the hands of a true enthusiast. The engine responds decisively, the transaxle layout gives the car its characteristic balance, and the whole 75 always seems to choose a twisty road over a straight highway. An Alfa Romeo 75 3.0 V6 from 1988, finished in Grigio Medio and restored with meticulous attention to detail. Yes, the sound of the Busso V6 is special, but fortunately, Alfa Romeo also built an exceptional car around it. Contact Gallery Aaldering today and discover this Alfa Romeo for yourself.