Autotecnica
1967
This unique ‘one off’ Alfa Romeo powered sports coupe was built in 1968 by Autotecnica del Lario of Lecco. Developed largely along the lines of the Alfa Romeo 2000 Prototype built by the company in 1954, the chassis consists of different diameter special steel tubing with boxed-in sections to which all of the mechanical ancillaries are attached. The stunning bodywork is in 12/10 gauge aluminium and is suspended over a steel birdcage like the patented Touring Superleggera method on the Maserati 3500GT or Aston Martin DB Series. Suspension is independent on all four wheels with coil spring shock absorbers, together with front disc and rear drum brakes and lovely period Borrani wire wheels. The engine is Alfa Romeo’s classic two litre twin camshaft unit, and with the car weighing in at only 810kg this makes it a very rapid sports car indeed! Finished in red with red interior and reminiscent of the 3000 MM and Disco Volante coupes, the stunningly executed lines of this car are every bit as good as anything created by Alfa Romeo at the time. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a unique car. European registration plates have been applied for which will be available by the time of the sale.
This coupe was constructed by ATL (Autotecnica del Lario) of Como in 1968. Based around an experimental OSCA prototype called a 1500 SP, the design, materials employed and exact measurements were taken from an original OSCA chassis. The mechanical components, such as the close ratio four speed gearbox, differential and front and rear suspension are from the OSCA 1500 S, whilst the disc brakes come from Girling. Fed by twin Weber carburettors, the OSCA type 118000 four cylinder 1500cc engine develops over 100bhp at 6,000 rpm and was serviced by Mondial in Bologna in 2005, a specialist in these OSCA units. Finished in yellow with yellow and black interior, this is a unique and beautiful hand-built prototype. [www.coys.co.uk Source]
The Fiat 1100 was first introduced in 1939 as an updated version of the 508; indeed, its real model name was 508C and it also had an appearance similar to that of both the 1936 Fiat 500 Topolino and the middle of the range 1500 model, including the typical late ’30s heart-shaped front grille.
In 1953 the 1100 was completely redesigned as a compact four door saloon with a modern monocoque chassis and bodywork incorporating integrated front lights. Soon the car became available as a sports version, the 1100TV, with a third front light, and also as an estate version with a fifth door on the square tail. In the 1950s it was the basis for many of the upcoming Etceterini in Italy.
This fantastic looking barchetta is based on a 1957 Fiat Trasformabile and has been re-bodied by ATL (Autotecnica del Lario) in 1968, using Touring’s superleggera principle, where a tubular chassis is clad in aluminium panels. The dimensions, including the wheelbase and ground height, are the same as those of a Fiat Trasformabile, while mechanical components such as the engine, gearbox, steering and brakes are all tried and tested Fiat items.
Based on a famous barchetta which was built in very small numbers by Mandarini, a small but respected coachbuilder in Milan, in the 1950s, the current owner purchased the car in 2000 and undertook a comprehensive restoration which comprised the fitting of new electrical components and wiring, a new interior and new chrome wire wheels and tyres. At the same time, all mechanical components were refurbished by an Italian specialist.
A most attractive proposition which is described as being in good to excellent condition throughout.
Autotecnica entered and driven by Romano Orsola, the Ford-powered car failed to arrive at Vallelunga in October 1967. There are no records of any other appearances. Source
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