Thinking of purchasing a GTV, thoughts?

Started by V AR 164, October 22, 2018, 10:09:53 AM

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kartone

All original including all the interior
82 GTV6 split-dash
80 Alfetta GTV

poohbah

Now:    2002 156 GTA
            1981 GTV
Before: 1999 156 V6 Q-auto
            2001 156 V6 (sadly cremated)

bazzbazz

On The Spot Alfa
Mobile Alfa Romeo Diagnostic/Repair/Maintenance/Service
Brisbane/Gold Coast
0405721613
onthespotalfa@iinet.net.au

poohbah

Now:    2002 156 GTA
            1981 GTV
Before: 1999 156 V6 Q-auto
            2001 156 V6 (sadly cremated)

Citroënbender

The link only works if you've handed over your life's details to the repellent Mr Zuckerberg.

poohbah

I'm ok CB - I've got my tinfoil hat on. ;)

Unfortunately, FB seems to be where a lot of non-club owners sell their cars/parts.
Now:    2002 156 GTA
            1981 GTV
Before: 1999 156 V6 Q-auto
            2001 156 V6 (sadly cremated)

Citroënbender

It's a bizarre environment that engenders weird/dishonest behaviour in too many people.

The job I'm on currently, is bring diarised on social media by an owner who is basically presenting it as their work, complete with my photos! I don't care overall; it doesn't affect my income or reputation as I do good work and never am shy of offers. But it's sad when people can't tell it how it is for fear of lessened standing - and I'm sure this applies equally to car projects and enthusiast groups on Faceache.

That said, before the days of online enthusiasts, I was royally shafted on many occasions by "fellow car nuts" - so maybe these are some who embrace such platforms...

Craig_m67

Quote from: poohbah on October 23, 2018, 02:12:45 PM
Andrew, time for a road trip north:

www.facebook.com/groups/1489348214704573/permalink/1834289206877137/?sale_post_id=1834289206877137

I know the (facebook) owner personally, not only is he a bloody nice bloke - he's also the master metal artisan I entrusted my Duetto restoration (rebuild) to.  If you've seen any of the pics (social media) you will realise in an instant that he's one of the good guys.  He can hand form panels that look better than new/repro (or are just no longer available) and takes pride in it.

I expect the car will be exactly as described (whatever that is, I'm not a fan of 116's) ;)
'66 Duetto (lacework of doom)
'73 1600 GT Junior (ensconced)
'03 156 1.9JTD Sportwagon (daily driver)

poohbah

Craig, I've been keeping a casual eye on that one for a while - definitely looks the best value GTV in the country, given its condition.
Now:    2002 156 GTA
            1981 GTV
Before: 1999 156 V6 Q-auto
            2001 156 V6 (sadly cremated)

bonno

Hi Andrew
From my point of view, I would be looking at a car that is going and preferably road registered. The reason why I say this is that it would be considerably cheaper to carry out a refresh rather than a ground up restoration. When inspecting the car for rust in the places as identified above, the decision to walk away is totally a matter of choice as repairs can become costly if it has spread beyond localised areas. For example corrosion to the inner guard (mud trap) could have spread to the floor pan and other structural members that include A pillar and floor sill. Additionally, when taking the vehicle for a test drive, check the driveline for tailshaft vibration, noisy transaxle and bad synchros. With regards to the engine you have indicated a V6 transplant and I won't comment further (matter of choice/desirability). With regards to interior, dashboard and external trims you will find plenty of information on this forum.
Cheers
bonno

bazzbazz

What about the red one that kartone posted, looks awesome.
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Mobile Alfa Romeo Diagnostic/Repair/Maintenance/Service
Brisbane/Gold Coast
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carlo rossi

that looks like a great car
very tasty have you driven a good 2ltr
with slight work to cams I would leave it stock
you dont need the v6
also injection is a pain
Carbs are the dark art of the past
and will be  the future of old injected motors
current cars
red 83 gtv 2.0


previous cars
Red 76 1.2/1.5 alfasud ti
white 79 alfetta 2000
alfetta 74 1.8
escort Lotus twin cam
bikes
ducati 900 ss 1979
moto morini 3 1/2 sport 1975/6
Moto morini 3 1/2 valentini speciale 77 oh and a deltek rockhopper

poohbah

#27
QuoteWhat about the red one that kartone posted, looks awesome.

I didn't think Kartone was selling it - merely showing it as an example? The gold one is the only one I've seen for sale Australia wide in months that is below $10k.

PS: Just had another look, and of course there is another under $10k - in QLD.
www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/victoria-point/cars-vans-utes/1978-alfa-gtv-classic/1187250504

But for something really different (and to offer inspiration to Andrew) - a fellow WA forum member is selling his magnificent GTV6 with 3.2L 24v conversion: Phwoarrrrr....

www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Alfa-Romeo-Alfetta-1985/SSE-AD-5684909/?Cr=3

Now:    2002 156 GTA
            1981 GTV
Before: 1999 156 V6 Q-auto
            2001 156 V6 (sadly cremated)

GTVeloce

As someone who has owned three GTV's, buy one with the best body you can get. Mechanical parts are readily available and reasonably priced. Interior parts are harder o come by but you can always get by provided you are looking for a concourse example. Body work is expensive and difficult on Alfettas.

A GTV with a TS engine and transaxle is a wonderful thing. It is just how they should have been from the factory. Good power and flat torque combined with a significantly better box plus LSD. You can genuinely use them as an everyday car if you want (I do) whereas I wouldn't want to use a standard GTV as an everyday car. I have done the TS install twice and it is very straight forward. No machining or major modifications required.

Pre 84 the chassis is slightly different and so to fit a TS transaxle is a little harder but by no means undoable.

Also the electrics are no fantastic but adding a few relays can make a world of difference to reliability and functionality.

You are always to come and take my TS powered GTV for a drive if you want (provided a reciprocal 164Q is supplied...)  :D

Craig_m67

Quote from: poohbah on October 23, 2018, 06:50:18 PM


But for something really different (and to offer inspiration to Andrew) - a fellow WA forum member is selling his magnificent GTV6 with 3.2L 24v conversion: Phwoarrrrr....

www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Alfa-Romeo-Alfetta-1985/SSE-AD-5684909/?Cr=3


Christ I love those wheels.. whee can I find 18"s for a Giulietta QV please
'66 Duetto (lacework of doom)
'73 1600 GT Junior (ensconced)
'03 156 1.9JTD Sportwagon (daily driver)