Hoping someone may be able to shed some genius info on me please. I have been told that the above rear lights are the same as a Lamborghini Countach of the late 70's early 80's. It would make sense that Lambos wouldn't make there own for a relatively few cars, does anyone know please?
Probably not a lot of help, but a quick google image search shows them to be remarkably similar, too much to be a coincidence.
yes lamborghini used the front indicators and rear tail light assembly
Thanks very much for the replies, I guess the next question is if they are available. Any preference for dealers who have a good supply?
there is a guy in bendigo thats has a 1.8 alfetta that is selling parts from or whole car body wise its rusted to the craper but bumpers/grill and front lights, i think rear lights are all good also i think mech its ok to apart from i think he wants the carbys
i think i have his number some where ill try to find it and ill post it up. i todl him to get on here and sell the parts as there is prob a need for them being an early fetta, keep you posted
Noone has asked if Cliff has a Countach yet?
Quote from: AGM155 on September 06, 2010, 11:31:32 PM
Noone has asked if Cliff has a Countach yet?
:D :D :D
I was thinking it.
Quote from: cliff on September 06, 2010, 08:37:50 PM
Thanks very much for the replies, I guess the next question is if they are available. Any preference for dealers who have a good supply?
Hard to tell with an item like that. If you're in Victoria try Monza Motors in Bayswater or Milano in Thomastown. Or put a Wanted to Buy in the B/S/S section. Hopefully they didn't read this post, because if they realise it's for a Lamborghini then the price for these parts just quadrupled.
Yeah Alfetta sedan prices have just skyrocketed ;D
Hey guys, this interchangeability between makes such as Alfa and/or Fiat for that matter with exotics ie. Ferrari, Maserati, and Lamborghini is not new. For instance the tail lights on 2 L Berlinas (105s) were also used on if memory serves me correct the Maserati Indy, while similarly the tail lights on the series 1 (AC) Fiat 124 sport are the same as per the Lamborghini Espada. You will find all sorts of switches, stalks, instruments, let alone engines, suspension and brakes having being used for multiple Italian cars, ie. Ferrari Dino 246 V6 motor was also used in the Fiat Dino, as well as the Lancia Stratos etc etc.
However, as to finding 'new' Alfetta/Lamborghini rear lights, you might be best off trying overseas on a site such as Ricambi Automobili (a Dutch ebay site). I found a brand new set of tail lights for my AC Fiat from them and thankfully didnt have to pay Lamborghini prices for them, even though they were not cheap.
I Know that McKone Automotive in Windsor NSW had may sets of NOS Alfetta 1.8 rear lights which are ex Malaysia or something.
PM me for Tony McKone's phone number. He isn't on the net.
LOTUS EUROPA'S had 105 gtv tail lights
Here's a set for $350.00.
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Alfa-Romeo-Alfetta-1977-1-8L-NO-RESERVE-/150489915335?pt=AU_Cars&hash=item2309e5dfc7
I see they come with their own special pakaging and a free scarf.
Don't wreck that car just for the lights! It is far too good.
If you get that desperate, i probably have a set hidden away down the back somewhere.
I am with you Mat, it would be nice to think someone would save this one. I used to have a '76 sedan and actually liked it in some ways more than the '76 GT I had had prior to buying the sedan. Those series 1 Alfettas had a purity of design, which steadily was lost as Alfa revised the Alfetta sedan over the years.
Hi guys, thanks very much for the info. No I don't have a Countach but am building a replica, hence not being able to pay ridiculous Lambo prices. It has taken 6 years so far mostly due to other people not doing the things they promise. I had heard that there was a lot of parts interchanged in previous years but it seems to be even worse now with whole car platforms being interchanged with just some different panels and badges. To meet engineering requirements I will need to use new parts with the original lens markings.
Hi Cliff
I just looked through a few drawers and found some new rear lenses for you.
What brand are you requireing ?
Carello or Altissimo ?
Yes,they are different.
Altissimo are thicker.
Maybe try Tony Mckone on 0245 775144
He advertised whole assemblies for $100 including backing plates recently
Robert
hi guys, I just went to Milano spares today and bought the lights I needed. Thanks very much to everyone for their help and advice and to Marc for rummaging through every shelf and box in the store to find the parts, much appreciated.