Alfa Romeo Alfasud, Arna and Montreal: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Alfa Romeo Alfasud - The Complete Story

With more than 240 colour photographs, this illustrated book presents a concise history of Alfa Romeo up to the late 1960s. It explains the development of the Alfasud's design and the political reasons behind the construction of a new factory, and reviews the car's reception by the press and by owners.

The book follows the model's progress from early prototypes to later improvements in build quality and performance. It covers all main versions, including the Giardinetta and Sprint, as well as the use of the Alfasud in motorsport. Political and labour issues, together with early quality control problems, are also examined.

The final section provides detailed reference material, including specification tables, performance figures, chassis numbers, engine codes, and colour charts.

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Author:	Chris Martin
Details:	176 pages, 10.4 x 8.9 x 0.51 in (26.5 x 22.5 x 1.3 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	240+ b&w and color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	The Crowood Press Ltd (GB, 2021)
Series:	The Complete Story
ISBN:	9781785009082

Alfa Romeo Arna - The True Story 1980-1987

This book provides the first comprehensive account of the 1980s collaboration between Alfa Romeo and Nissan - a partnership that began amid political controversy. The joint venture resulted in two nearly identical cars: the Alfa Romeo Arna and the Nissan Cherry Europe, both based on the Nissan Cherry but assembled in Italy with Alfa Romeo mechanical components.

Despite their poor sales and the venture's end in 1987, the project has long been a subject of ridicule. Alfa Romeo historian Matteo Licata clarifies the Arna's true story through extensive research and original documents, separating fact from fiction and challenging common misconceptions.

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Author:	Matteo Licata
Details:	105 pages, 11 x 8.5 in (28 x 21.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Matteo Licata (I, 2020)
ISBN:	9781656632500

Alfa Romeo Alfasud - All Saloon Models (1971-1983) and Sprint Models (1976-1989)

Dieser illustrierte Essential Buyer's Guide erklärt Schritt für Schritt den Kauf eines Alfa Romeo Alfasud als Limousine or Sprint. Er hilft bei der Entscheidung, ob das Modell passt, welche Kosten im Alltag entstehen, welche Version and welcher Motor geeignet sind and welcher Preis angemessen ist.

Anschließend führt das Buch durch den Kaufprozess. Es nennt die nötige Ausrüstung für die Besichtigung and zeigt, wie schnell entschieden wird, ob ein Fahrzeug näher geprüft werden sollte.

Ein ausführlicher Bewertungsbereich mit Punktesystem ermöglicht eine genaue Einschätzung. Klare Abbildungen zeigen, worauf zu achten ist. Zudem werden Unterlagen, Auktionen and Restaurierung behandelt.
Abschließend bietet der Guide Kontakte zu Clubs and Fachleuten.

Behandelt alle Alfasud Limousinen (1971-1983) and Sprint-Modelle (1976-1989).

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Author:	Colin Metcalfe
Details:	64 pages, 7.7 x 5.5 x 0.51 in (19.5 x 14 x 1.3 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	81 color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2017)
ISBN:	9781845840075

Alfa Romeo Alfasud (1972-1984) - Brooklands Portfolio

Brooklands Portfolio book featuring Alfa Romeo Alfasud models from the years 1972-1984. Describes the Alfa Romeo Alfasud 1186cc, Ti, 1286cc Sprint, 5M, 1300Ti, 1490Ti, 1490 Sprint, 1.4 Super, 1.5 Sprint Veloce, 1.5 Super, Series III, Ti 1.5 Veloce, 1.5 Hatchback and Sprint Trophy.

• The 33 period articles, brought together from leading British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and engineering.
• Also driving impressions, original road tests, comparison tests, technical data, etc.

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Details:	100 pages, 10.6 x 6.1 x 0.24 in (27 x 15.5 x 0.6 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	200 photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Brooklands Books (GB, 1988)
Series:	Portfolio
ISBN:	9781870642071

L'Alfasud de mon père

Presented in 1971 on a booming European market, front-wheel drive, 4-cylinder boxer engine: it was a revolution for Alfa Romeo. During the twelve years of production, the range was completed by an estate and a sports coach, by more lively engines, then increased functionality with 3 and 5 doors.
The Alfasud was entered in numerous competitions, on the circuit during the Trofeo Alfasud, as well as in rallies in groups 2 and N. Despite the economic and social unrest, the production of more than 900, 000 units, up to 1983, contributed to the doubling of Alfa Romeo production.

Pages of the book "L'Alfasud de mon père"

• Richly illustrated, this book is dedicated to Alfasud cars from the years 1971-1983.
• Retraces in detail the history and evolution of the Alfasud.
• This volume of the collection "La voiture de mon père" is not only a source of in-depth information for the owner, but also a concise guide to originality.
• The technique, variants, modifications and special versions are described in detail.
• Contains 250 period photos, often unpublished.

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Author:	Jean-Luc Armagnacq
Details:	120 pages, 8.5 x 9 in (21.5 x 24 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	250 b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2019)
Series:	De mon père
ISBN:	9791028303846

Alfa Romeo Montreal

This book focuses exclusively on the Tipo 105.64 Alfa Romeo Montreal. The 264 pages contain solely contemporary photographs, which for the most part are published here for the first time, documenting this car.
In addition to the story of the car's development the european motorsport activity of the Montreal is covered, documenting the relatively small number of races entered between 1973 and 1975.

The documentation covers the Montreal models produced by Alfa Romeo between 1971 and 1977. Also included is information concerning the vehicle identification numbers and production numbers.

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Author:	Patrick Dasse
Details:	264 pages, 9.1 x 10 in (23 x 25.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	67 b&w and 187 color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Carl W. Dingwort Verlag (D, 2018)
ISBN:	9783871661570

Alfa Romeo Alfasud

In the late 1960s, Alfa Romeo began a new chapter by introducing a compact, mid-range car that stayed true to its sporting heritage while adopting innovative technology. The Alfasud featured front-wheel drive and a longitudinally mounted boxer engine - a bold departure from previous designs. Its production was based in Pomigliano d'Arco, near Naples, marking a significant shift for the company.

The Alfasud not only made a lasting impact on Italy's automotive and industrial history but also influenced the country's social, economic, and political landscape from the early 1970s to the late 1980s. Renowned for its active and successful motorsport career, the car became a symbol of its era.

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Author:	Giancarlo Catarsi
Details:	128 pages, 10.6 x 9.7 in (27 x 24.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	90 b&w and 143 color photos
Language:	Italian
Publisher:	Giorgio Nada Editore (I, 2011)
Series:	Le vetture che hanno fatto la storia
ISBN:	9788879114929