1953 Alfa Romeo 1900C SS 1st Series Coupé

• Very desirable Alfa Romeo model
• One of only three right-hand drive examples
• Some 16 years in current Belgian ownership
• Offered from an important private collection

The Alfa Romeo 1900C Super Sprint was designed and assembled by Carrozzeria Touring using its iconic Superleggera (Superlight) method of body construction, which employed a framework of small-diameter steel tubes to support the aluminium body panels. Cars built using this method typically featured Touring's 'Superleggera' badges on the bodywork,

Manufactured in 1953 and sold in November that same year, this beautiful example is one of approximately 650 1st Series Sprint coupés bodied by Touring. Sold new in Piemonte, Italy, it is one of only three original right-hand drive models and has the desirable floor-mounted gear shift, making it exceedingly rare. In the past the car has benefited from a thorough restoration including a full mechanical overhaul by Church Green Engineering in the UK, now trading as Leither Motor Company (all invoices present). The restoration was monitored by Mr Peter Marshall - 'the Alfa 1900 guru' – from start to finish.

Powered by a 1.9-litre twin-cam four coupled to a four-speed manual gearbox, the Alfa is described as driving and performing very well, running smoothly and a real pleasure to drive. Mechanically and cosmetically the car is presented in very good condition; the aluminium body is also very good, boasting straight panels with only insignificant blemishes and with a charming patina throughout. This car is not a matching-numbers example but has the correct engine type and non-standard twin Weber carburettors. This Italian beauty impresses with its lovely colour scheme: the silver exterior is a classically elegant colour which is perfectly complemented by the blue leather/fabric seating.

In the 1970s the Alfa was sold to a gentleman in the UK, who had the car restored completely to the highest standards. Due to his age he sold the car in 2009, and since then it has formed part of the owner's important classic car collection in Belgium. Over the last 16 years in Belgium the car has enjoyed regular maintenance and servicing, affording its owner much joy and driving pleasure. Belgian registered and on Belgian number plates, the Alfa is ready to show or tour.

The Alfa has participated in several rallies and events and has been a prize-winner on several occasions. The current owner too has participated in many rallies in it, driving yearly to Goodwood and taking part in many other classic car events. The car is very well documented and comes with extensive history, old invoices, and numerous files and documents. Well known to the Alfa Romeo Club and the Alfa Romeo 1900 Register, this is a well sorted example ready for a new adventure with its fortunate next custodian.