Selling An 1958 Giulietta Sprint Speciale?
Designed by Bertone to be a more luxurious and sporty offering within the existing Alfa Romeo Giulietta range, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale would debut in 1957 with much interest from buyers. Derived from the otherworldly Berlina Aerodinamica Tecnica and other Bertone-designed show cars of the era, the Giulietta Sprint Speciale seemed to be the ideal solution for buyers’ desire for a competition version of the Giulietta Sprint Veloce. Unfortunately, the Giulietta Sprint Speciale would prove to be too heavy for the job; it would become a very stylish road car with quite a bit of flair and appeal.
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Manufactured from 1957 to 1962, the 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale is an excellent example of these special classics. With little more than 1,366 examples produced, if you’re thinking about selling your Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale, you can rest assured knowing there are buyers out there just waiting to get their hands on one of these classic Alfa Romeos. Perhaps the most important concern that any potential buyer will have regarding your 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale is rust. These early Alfa Romeo classics, as you probably know, are prone to rust damage.
Let’s walk you through exactly how my process works, why so many classic car owners choose my services over auction alternatives, and share real stories from sellers just like you who decided that having someone bring a trailer for an immediate purchase was the right choice for their cherished classics. Ready to sell your classic car without the wait? Let’s explore how I can bring a trailer to your location as soon as today.
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Selling Your 58′ Sprint Speciale? Alex Wants to Buy It!
Q: What makes the 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale a collector’s dream?
A: The magic lies in a combination of factors. Visually, it’s a masterpiece penned by Franco Scaglione at Bertone, boasting incredibly advanced aerodynamics for its day (a drag coefficient of 0.28) inspired by Alfa’s experimental B.A.T. concepts. Mechanically, it features the lively 1.3-liter (1290cc) Alfa Romeo twin-cam engine, tuned to ‘Veloce’ specification with twin Weber carburetors, delivering around 100 horsepower (PS) – impressive for its size and era – and mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox for a truly sporting drive. Critically, it’s exceptionally rare. Only 1,366 Giulietta SS models were produced in total (1957-1962), and the 1958 cars belong to a very special early batch.
Q: My Sprint Speciale is a 1958 model – is that significant?
A: Extremely significant! 1958 falls squarely within the initial production run known as the ‘low nose’ (Tipo 750 SS) variants. These were the first roughly 101 Sprint Speciales built between 1957 and early 1959, specifically produced to meet the minimum quantity needed for FIA racing homologation. Compared to the later ‘high nose’ (Tipo 101.20) cars, the ‘low nose’ models are distinguished by a sleeker, lower front profile and roofline. Many of these very early cars, including those from 1958, also utilized lightweight aluminum panels (doors, hood, trunk lid) and Plexiglas side/rear windows to save weight for competition. While a tiny subset even had full aluminum bodies, most 1958 examples featured this steel/aluminum mix. Owning a ’58 means you likely have one of these highly coveted, competition-bred ‘low nose’ cars, representing the purest form of Scaglione’s vision.
Q: How can I figure out the current value of my ’58 Giulietta SS?
A: Valuing an early ‘low nose’ Sprint Speciale like a 1958 model requires recent market expertise. Today’s specific value hinges on:
- Condition: Ranging from concours restoration to project status. Rust is always a major consideration for these cars.
- Originality: Presence of the matching-numbers Veloce engine (AR1315 series), original lightweight panels (if applicable), correct trim, and period details are crucial.
- History: Documented provenance, maintenance history, and any period competition participation can significantly enhance value.
- ‘Low Nose’ Confirmation: Verifying its status as an authentic early production car is key to realizing its top market potential.
With my 20+ years specializing in buying classic cars, including many Alfa Romeos, I stay current on market trends and the factors driving value for specific models like the ’58 SS. I can offer a fair, transparent appraisal based on your car’s unique condition and history.
Q: I need to sell my 1958 Sprint Speciale. What are the usual routes in the US?
A: When selling a classic like this, common avenues include:
- Major Auction Houses: Offer wide exposure but come with high seller fees (often 10%+), transport costs, potentially long timelines, and price uncertainty.
- Online Auction Platforms: Popular but require significant seller effort (photos, descriptions, buyer interaction), incur fees, and the final price isn’t guaranteed.
- Private Sale: Potentially highest price but demands the most work from the seller in terms of marketing, vetting buyers, negotiation, and handling logistics and paperwork.
- Classic Car Dealers/Brokers: Can simplify the process, but consignment takes time, and outright purchase offers need to account for dealer markup.
- Selling Directly to Alex Manos: Offers a straightforward, fast, and transparent alternative tailored to classic car owners.
Q: Why should I consider selling my Giulietta SS directly to Alex Manos instead of these other options?
A: My goal is to make selling your classic Alfa Romeo a positive and efficient experience. Selling your valuable 1958 ‘low nose’ SS to me at AlexManos.com provides distinct advantages:
- Specialized Alfa Romeo Knowledge: Two decades buying classics means I appreciate the specific rarity and desirability of your 1958 SS, especially its ‘low nose’ characteristics.
- Immediate Cash Offer & Fast Payment: I provide fair market valuations quickly. Upon agreement, payment is wired immediately. No waiting games.
- We Buy “As-Is”, Nationwide: From pristine show cars to non-running projects discovered in garages, I buy Sprint Speciales in any condition, anywhere in the US. You don’t need to prepare or repair the car.
- Hassle-Free Pickup Included: I handle and pay for insured vehicle transportation from your location. The logistics are my responsibility.
- No Hidden Costs or Fees: The offer I make is the exact amount you receive. There are no commissions, advertising expenses, or transport charges deducted.
- Reputable & Transparent Buyer: I operate openly and have built a strong reputation (check my reviews on ShopperApproved). You deal directly with me or my professional team.
- Speed and Simplicity: I’ve streamlined the process to be as quick and effortless for you as possible.
Recent Reviews:
“This was a fantastic experience, they can to pick up my car within 24 hours with all money and documents taken care of and a very polite driver! Couldn’t have been happier with the encounter. Thanks!”
“This was my first time working with Alex and his staff. It was one of the best selling experiences I’ve had – from start to end. Everything Alex promised was delivered. After emailing him to see if he had an interest in my ’67 Duetto Barn Find, he got back to me by phone, text, and email immediately – the same day. He made a fair offer, which I accepted, and his staff followed through with exceptional customer service. They stayed in touch throughout the process. Overall, it was a very satisfying, stress free, and enjoyable experience. I’d definitely do business with Alex again, and wish him, his staff, and his company the best, and every success…”
“The whole process from selling my car to having it shipped was very easy. I got a reasonable offer based on the pictures I sent and after accepting the offer everything was handled quickly and efficiently including bill of sale, title transfer, shipping and payment. Nothing was finalized until after the wire transfer cleared. This is the right way to do business, easiest car sale I ever made.”
“A great experience, everything Alex promised to do he did, and all of his related staff, made the whole process painless. I received all pertinent information, and step my step instructions, every step of the way. From the initial sale, through payment transaction, right down the the shipping company, which Alex organized. Overall a wonderful experience for a car I have owned for over fifty years.”
“I was surprised at how smoothly things went. That he would send money first, before receiving the cars, was also a surprise. All in all a very good experience.”
“Alex is a man of his word, and the purchase process couldn’t have gone better! Thanks again Alex!”
“Having sold many cars in my lifetime, as most of you know, it always seemed to be so stressful and such an ordeal. When I was reluctantly and sadly ready to sell my 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider and after visiting a number of sites online and then reading the various comments made by past people who had had dealings with Alex, I decided to contact him and see if he was interested in my car. The sale of my car turned out to be the easiest, most stress free experience ever. From start to finish it seemed like everyone in his company, including Alex, was there to bend over backward to make the transaction as stress free as possible and help you through the process quickly and painlessly. I would strongly recommend that if you have a car to sell, especially a classic car, contact Alex and this very professional company!”
“Alex & Company are exceedingly good at organizing the sale, so that it completely painless. Everything went so smoothly, it was unbelievable. Communication was timely and told me exactly what to expect and what I needed to do to facilitate things. It was a pleasure doing business with Alex, and would do it again in a heartbeat.”
Why Sell Your Sprint Speciale Directly to Alex Manos?
Selling your classic Alfa Romeo should be a positive experience. Choosing me ensures:
- Deep Alfa Romeo Expertise: 20+ years focused on these cars means I understand your SS’s true value.
- Immediate Cash Offer & Payment: Fair offers, paid instantly. No waiting.
- Nationwide “As-Is” Purchase: I buy any condition, anywhere in the US.
- Hassle-Free Pickup Included: I arrange and pay for transport.
- Transparent, Direct Dealing: You work directly with me, Alex Manos.
- Zero Seller Fees: No commissions, no hidden costs.
- Simple & Fast Process: Contact me, share details, get an offer, get paid. It’s that easy.
We Buy Any Condition, Nationwide.
My name is Alex Manos, my team and I buy European & American classic cars and we’d love to talk about selling your classic car today!
Phone: 877-912-0007
