1968 Alfa Romeo GT 1300 Junior 'Scalino'

This car is a 1968 Alfa Romeo GT Junior 1300 and therefore features the iconic "scalino" at the front, the last-minute styling change adopted to save some money over an air intake. We could mention this car's body styling, the one that made it an Italian icon of the 60s and 70s leading to its many appearances in the "poliziottesco" film genre, however, it's in the drivetrain department that this Alfa Romeo truly shines: the peppy 1290cc DOHC engine is cast from lightweight alloys and delivers a still respectable 89hp thanks to its twin 40mm Weber carburettors and already features a 5-speed gearbox to make the most of it.

The unibody steel chassis lets the very refined front suspension system, which already is of the double wishbone variety, grip the tarmac and turn at a moment's notice making the car extremely precise, even by today's standards. The rear features a live axle system with added a-arms to reduce side-to-side translations and longitudinal bars and, while not as refined as its front counterpart, it makes the car extremely lively and fun to drive "dirty". Moreover, despite being a de facto car from the 60s, all four wheels are stopped by disc brakes that, while not comparable to those found on contemporary cars, offer more than enough stopping power. Being a 68-model year this particular model comes equipped with a brake booster.

This white GT Junior 1300's bodywork presents itself in overall fair shape. The front and rear lights are intact; however, the front side indicators show some cracks on the outside that don't interfere with their intended function. The bumpers and other chrome bits appear to be shiny and almost entirely defect free while the front shield, a common styling fixture on many Alfa Romeos, is particularly beautiful. There's no deep rust in sight anywhere, however, the area between the scuff plates and the side skirts probably requires some attention since it shows some signs of wear due to poor carjacking practices and poor overall alignment. The paint, which is not original, shows some bubbling and chipping here and there and the typical drips of hasty paint jobs. The windshield and side\rear window seals and trims are in good condition and the compass deflectors still work as intended despite the gaskets showing some minor wear signs.

The interior, while not pristine, is presentable. The dashboard's wood veneer would benefit from a complete restoration to remove the signs and defects of what seems to be a worn and melted clear coat that might have been applied at some point in time. The three-spoke steering wheel appears to be from a pre-1967 model year since it so closely resembles the one installed on the Giulia 1600Ti while a 1968my car should be equipped with a twin spoke one. The steering wheel itself is in good shape and the Bakelite doesn't show any evident cracks, however, the chrome horn button and Alfa Romeo emblem seem to have lost some of their shine and present some kind of peeling or oxidation. The instrument cluster is well preserved and all the instruments are easy to read, the various switches and buttons are preserved and show some signs of their age. The seats are shod in black vinyl and are void of any major defect, save from some loosening of the cover on the driver's side base. The door cards are screwed on in an approximate way and, despite being all in one piece, would benefit from some love by an upholsterer. The car's headliner shows apparent signs of moisture and is stained in some parts. We don't know if removing it would reveal anything more, however, it should either be cleaned or replaced to fix it. Underneath the carpet, which is clean and free of cuts or gashes, there's some superficial rust on the floor pan. Nothing major but it's one of these Alfa's main weaknesses so we suggest that the new fortunate owner addresses the problem while it's still in its initial stage. The trunk hosts a new fuel tank and a spare wheel sits firmly in its compartment. The fuel tank was recently replaced with a new unit. However, its housing shows what may be considered excessive rust and should be addressed. There are some signs of potential repairs on the inside of the trunk, close to the rear fenders.

The engine bay only shows some minor, superficial rust where the side members meet the bodywork. The little DOHC engine sits longitudinally and it appears to be in good condition with no major leaks showing through its alloy castings. The OEM airbox was replaced, at some point in time, by a free-flowing set of trumpets and a little mesh that offer little in the way of air filtration but oh boy, do it make the engine sound good! The rest of the drivetrain seems to be ok, with the gearbox leaking just a tiny veil of oil. The exhaust works and is only covered, in parts, by a tiny veil of rust. Some welds, however, could have been done better since the are some black spots that probably indicate a minor exhaust leak. The car was treated with some sealant and insulator and, while the product clearly did its job since there are only minor spots of rust visible here and there, it would probably be better to inspect this car to see if said insulation hides some old repairs.

This GT 1300 Junior was first register on November 20th, 1968, in Rome, Italy and by the documentation provided to us, it seems that it was, at some point, equipped with a tow hitch. This car is being sold with its original registration papers on top of the new, and currently valid, papers. It passed its last MoT in early 2022.

The Alfa Romeo Giulia GT is one of the most sought-after Italian Coupés from the Milanese marque. Given its many variants and versions, from the legendary GTA or GTV to the more level-headed 1600 or 1300 Junior, there's a chance you can find one that suits your needs, and pockets. This particular unit could make a person looking to buy its first vintage Alfa Romeo to enjoy it as it is without investing a fortune in it or a more maniacal collector willing to restore it to its original glory.

Price estimate for this Alfa Romeo GT 1300 Junior "Scalino": €21,500 - €30,000.

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