5 Things You Didn't Know About The Alfa 75

[@gorkab8461]

A sporty family saloon with loads of character, such an iconic car.

[@Matteo_Licata]

"Character" is the right word for the 75: it's not pretty, yet one can't help but love it, because it's got such an evident "personality" to it...

[@gorkab8461]

@@Matteo_LicataExactly! Unfortunately it's something now almost extinct in the automotive industry.

[@johnphaceas7434]

ah you've outdone yourself - my favourite Alfa of all time. I am determined to own one eventually.

[@Aesthetporium]

Being a huge Alfa 75 fan, this is by far the best video I've watched about it. Immediatly subbed!

[@Matteo_Licata]

Thank you very much and welcome to the channel! I'm preparing a video focused on the US-market 75 Milanos for the near future, watch this space ;)

[@Aesthetporium]

@@Matteo_Licata Thanks for the warm welcome :) Can't wait. Already looked at some other videos from you and I'm loving them. Keep up the great work!

[@martinclapton2724]

Alfisimo ! In the1950s/60s/70s Alfa Romeo lead the world in power output per cubic capacity but in the early 1980s their advantage was not so apparent with the advent of fuel injected multi valve technology input into hot hatchback or turbo charged variants . The twin spark engine brought them right up to date , 148bhp what an engine! The best 4 cylinder engine of all time alongside the Lampredi Fiat twin cam. Accompanied by one of the great suspension chassis layouts in a four door saloon that could seat 4/5 people and a generous boot . Great car. Had 2 , t/s and 3 litre V6. Last real Alfa! Bellissimo!!

[@somecallmetim42]

My dad had a lovely red 3.0l V6 Cloverleaf back in the early nineties and it was just a fantastic car to drive with that wonderful sounding engine and magical handling balance. I was gutted when he sold it and sadly I didn’t have the funds at the time to buy it off him.

[@Rammstein56]

I seriously suggest that FCA should make you president of Alfa Romeo since nobody else in Milan or Turin haven't got a clue what Alfa Romeo's are about ! Where is the MiTo successor ? and what about the Giulietta successor ?

[@Matteo_Licata]

It’ll never happen, but I’d love to take that role... I’d do it for free :)

[@AlessandroGenTLe]

Actually the Mito is a kind of intrusion into the Alfa lineup. Giulietta is ok, maybe with RWD would be better, tho.

[@alkiviadiszournatzis4161]

Alfa romeo is the brand that make the car something more than a mean of transportation by adding design and passion in every of its cars alfa romeo is a car that even its flaws are charming,henry ford said everytime i see an alfa romeo i tip my hat,i wish that sometime alfa will be indipendant again and will start building again its own cars with the engine in front and the gearbox in the back thats the pure alfa tradition

[@tommysheperd670]

Now that psa bought fiat, i think alfa is going to go somewhere. The president of the psa is a car guy

[@AlessandroGenTLe]

@@tommysheperd670 Finger crossed! Hope they'll not throw away the "Giorgio" platform (chassis of Giulia and Stelvio) as it's excellent. There are even voices of a return of Lancia on the market... Let's hope and see.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

This car was somethnig special also inside. Those who know where switches of electric windows and parking brake are located, know this car very well and can appreciate it for its every detail.

[@anakondase]

My 156 is the best car I've ever had but my old -86 75 2.5 is the car I've had the most fun with, no question. Sold it 20 years ago and I regret doing that now.

[@ElectricUAM]

I miss my 75. I should have never let it go. It was great all around.

[@Texmotodad]

We are in the USA and had a new 1987 75 (Milano) Silver spec 2.5L 5sp for me and a new 1988 75 (Milano) Gold 2.5L spec automatic for my wife. Loved them! Thank you for showing these!

[@Matteo_Licata]

Cool! I should make a video about the Milanos someday!

[@jasongomez5344]

That's such a massive book about the 75 😮 I never really liked the 75s' styling so much, but I really like the Giuletta, 155' and 156. I'm sure it's fantastic to drive though.

[@moptopbaku6022]

I had a 2 litre 75 Twin Spark in 1988 and it was absolutely magnificent to drive. The only issue was finding the right gear first thing in the morning on a winter's day. Once it was warmed up - total perfection.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Thanks for sharing!

[@theodor12]

I would love a 75 Busso. Amazing engine, transaxle for balance, RWD and great handling. Awesole car.

[@raufsahin334]

The Last Alfettas...alfa 75...i love it..thnxs for the videos...

[@sebastianlema3331]

Amazing job!!! Bravo!!!

[@Matteo_Licata]

Thank you!!!

[@Curva_West]

Ancora, un grand video. Complimenti. E’ un gioia quando c’è un video nuova. La 75 era un bel macchina. A un tempo io tenuto un 2L Twin Spark & un V6 Potenziata. Erano due macchine propio diversi. Il twin spark piu’ facile per guidare, ma la Potenziata era fortissima.

[@Matteo_Licata]

La Potenziata era una bomba! 👍

[@allanscott7512]

Was lucky enough to drive one of these charming cars many years ago - thanks for sharing these entertaining facts - really enjoy your channel

[@Matteo_Licata]

Glad you enjoy my content so much! Thank you!!! Which version was the one you drove?

[@manosparavida3551]

I recall my Alfa 75 v6. With it's beautiful exhaust note, excellent handling and the ARC (Alfa Romeo Control) on board computer.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Those ARCs were notoriously troublesome in period. But didn’t detract from the joy of driving the car, I bet!

[@manosparavida3551]

@@Matteo_Licata i must've been very lucky, as mine operated without any issues. A friend of mine at the time had a Ford Sierra XR4X4i and after a spin in my 75 described his car as, agricultural compared to my Alfa 75. That V6 was silky smooth in its power delivery. Miss that car a great deal.

[@sotirisbakaimis3276]

@@Matteo_Licata In my 33 1.7 8v i.e. (I bought it new in 1992) the control check panel in the bottom of the central console never failed during my 18year ownership

[@kelemenkaban2505]

Ein Fall für zwei - Josef Matula drove an Alfa 75. As a kid I really liked the sexy Alfa 75 he was driving in the TV show. Of course as a Hungarian behind the the Iron Curtain I could not see such cars in real life, therefore my affection just got stronger :)

[@MrMeierzwo]

The first one in this Film Series was Claus Theo Gärtners own Alfa Romeo Guilia. In the Script was a Scene, in which Matula should drive a Car over a Bridge. They didn't know what Car they should take. A Volkswagen? To boring, Gärtner decided. A Porsche? Come on, he said. My Character is a former Police Officer who has quit his Job, now a private Detective with low money. Which Private Detective could own a Porsche? A Mini Cooper? Protest from the Camera Man. He wouldn't fit in the Car with all his stuff. Then Gärtner pointed at his own Alfa Romeo. We take this Car. And from then on, Alfa Romeo was in the Show. The Lawyer changed, the Locations changed. But Matula always drove a Alfa Romeo. Claus Theo Gärtner in his private Life too. There is a Story about this. In German. www.faz.net/aktuell/technik-motor/motor/matula-und-der-alfa-romeo-ein-fall-fuer-zwei-12124452.html

[@studiocalder818]

Josef Matula N°1 (Together with his Alfa Romeos of course)

[@gearhead9828]

Very interesting indeed! Thanks a lot for this cool video. Ciao 🙋‍♂️

[@Terminal_Eyes]

I had one of the late 2.5 iniezione V6 cloverleaf 75s as shown at the end of the video. It was a year old when I bought it for £5,000, about half the price of an equivalent 325i. Of course, it was all about that engine, the noise and performance. It never had a bit of rust on it, although the boot let water in through a small hole in a welded joint until I araldited it up! Worse thing was the brakes though, which were put to shame by those on my girlfriend's Nissan SX turbo. Sold it when I got a crappy little company Calibra. Although I used the cash to help fund a Ducati 916, which I still have, so not all bad!

[@Matteo_Licata]

Trade a 75 V6 for a Ducati 916 sounds very cool indeed!

[@haywoodf]

Another great vid Matteo ... Complimenti ... Your Italian pronunciation is excellent :-)

[@Matteo_Licata]

Thank you ;)

[@joseantonioarandagarcia9966]

Very interesting video, Matteo! Really love the 75, one of the best "hard restylings" ever (if we consider is heavily based on the Giulietta) and one of the Alfa youngtimers I would consider. And by the way, nice cushion, my friend ;-)

[@Matteo_Licata]

;)

[@fhwolthuis]

Very interesting, thank you! 🍀👍

[@Matteo_Licata]

Glad you’ve enjoyed it, thank you for watching!

[@markbennett2170]

Great video as always. I owned a 2ltr Twin Spark and a 3.0 V6 75 and regret selling both cars. Here in the UK, prices of surviving cars have steadily risen up and up over recent years. Too expensive for me now.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Prices for good 75s have been firming up in Italy as well, where many good survivors are still available. Thankfully, the 75’s status as the “last proper Alfa” meant many cars have been preserved. But V6 cars are rare below the Alps, given Italy’s taxation at the time

[@alfaromeonoproblem]

Love this channel! Have a 75 has well, and recorded a series on it to on my channel

[@akr01364]

Having seen the Evoluzione model, I think it's time we began to revisit the body colored wheel look again.

[@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars]

Please.noooooooooooooo ..lol

[@davidsherrick824]

I've been subscribed for a couple years now, hopefully things are going well for you! I'm about to purchase my 3rd '75' aka 'Milano' as it's known in the states.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Yes, things are going well indeed, thank you! Lately I've been busy with writing commissions and a book project, and that's why KZbin has taken a back seat. Congratulations on your next Milano purchase!

[@pottasium7117]

i know that you mostly do videos on french and italian cars, but would you do one about vw polo gen 1/2 (hatchback or breadvan)? i find it just as forgotten, unique and as under-rated as alot of alfas

[@Matteo_Licata]

I love good design and interesting engineering from all countries, and I’m definitely not against covering VWs. I cover mostly Italian cars because those are my key area of expertise and viewers seem to respond especially well to those. Will cover VWs in the future, but I’m thinking more about Sciroccos and Corrados, as those are my favorites

[@pottasium7117]

@@Matteo_Licata yeah, that's fair enough. And of course, big thanks for taking my suggestion into consideration :)

[@Matteo_Licata]

Thank you for your comment. I enjoy talking cars with all of you, and suggestions are always welcome!

[@studiocalder818]

I think that the countries that immediately felt in love with the 75 were Italy, France, Greece (where she was like a newcoming Giulia). In other countries, the esteem came later, if not at the end of her career

[@agniforma2340]

True.. In Greece it is a true cult car, among a few others, like the Fiat Uno Turbo for example.

[@studiocalder818]

@@agniforma2340 👍🏽👍🏽 My 75 and I met plenty of Hellenic sisters (flashing lights anytime)

[@agniforma2340]

@@studiocalder818 1.6 ie Trofeo and 1.8ie Trofeo is the most common 75 here, while the 75 1.8 TURBO America (which I intend to be my next car by the way! ) along with the 33 1.7 16V are owned by the very hardcore Alfisti. Me I currently own a humble 145 Junior 1.6 TS which I really love but we know that a 75 is another league.!

[@agniforma2340]

As far as cult car status goes in Greece, the first cars that come to my mind are definitely Alfa 75, Fiat Uno Turbo, Renault 5 Turbo, Alfa 33, Peugeot 205 GTi, Fiat Ritmo 130 Abarth, Ford Escort, Ford Sierra Cosworth..

[@kelemenkaban2505]

Thing #4 got me laughing. When you transfer your design issue into a design feature... :D:D:D:D:D

[@williambrooks-gill592]

I loved my special Alfa 75 which I had for 11 years in 1993 it was fitted with a low boost turbo like a Saab and went like a rocket.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Cool! 👍

[@JS-1983]

Those are so cool cars 😎 It's also interesting thing that Alfa 75 cars were sold also in the USA. (along with 164) I have seen one US-version (in here Finland) and liked a lot of look of it with it's sidemarker lights (or reflectors) and red rear-turnsignals 😀

[@Matteo_Licata]

The Milano (us-market 75) might deserve its own video... I’ll make it :)

[@JS-1983]

@@Matteo_Licata that would be interesting video, as your videos always are 😀

[@FormTrends]

Nice one Matteo 👍

[@Matteo_Licata]

Glad you liked it, thank you! 😃

[@GreasyFingers]

It’s hard to understand from today’s point of view, how cost-intensive moulding dies were back in the eighties. A huge car maker like Fiat afforded just a hand full of different series because of that reason and carry-over parts from predecessors were rather rule than exception.

[@benzinapaul7416]

That explains why the estate versions look like Giulietta estates at first sight as they don't have the waistline trims of the saloon. Another oddity was here in the UK the first 1987/1988 3.0 V6 cars were sold with the indent in the front grille where the 'America' badge should be but they never had the badge.

[@marcbrasse747]

Did those plastic mouldings contain silicons or must one look upon them more like a push up BH? Looking into the slits between them I'd say the latter! :-)

[@individual1977]

Another great video! I have a Milano(75) Verde 3.0. I think one day I would like to buy a 75 from Europe with either a twin spark or 1.8 turbo.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Lovely! I think that with the Milano Verde you already own the peak of the bunch, as the US-market cars were better made and more equipped, if a bit heavier. I’ll make a specific video about the Milanos, as they are an intriguing subject!

[@individual1977]

@@Matteo_Licata I have the grey/blue Milano 4 piece luggage set as well as 2 out of 4 pieces of the red/tan luggage. Also the Milano had hard plastic trunk black storage boxes that were formed to fit each side of the trunk. Original Alfa accessories.

[@Matteo_Licata]

In Europe we never got this stuff! It goes on to show the effort the company made to win more sales in the USA.

[@individual1977]

@@Matteo_Licata I can send you copies of some of the milano/alfa accessory catalog (s) I have. I will send some pics via email to you. From Atlanta.

[@Matteo_Licata]

@@individual1977 Cool, thank you very much! [e-mail]

[@BanjoLuke1]

I had never realised the doors were a carry-over... Now that I know, it is obvious.... I was sure that one of the five things would be about the bizarre handbrake lever that looks like an aircraft throttle. But no.... I like the 75. It speaks of a time and (for me) a place. It was a mad and wonderful machine. But... It was born at a time of change and it was on the wrong side of the coming step in evolution. Wonderful.... But for another age.

[@studiocalder818]

About the wasted opportunity of the 75 SW. Currently I suggest/advice for the umpteenth time: a Giulia Gta SportWagon (but also a Four-leaf clover, and even a Super) made by a coach builder and sold in a limited number would become a must between Alfisti. Plenty of us are waiting. I, for example, will not change my beautiful, practical, sporty, beloved, OLD-but-like-new 159 SW for a pickup truck (albeit an Alfa) or a sedan.

[@Panos-xo9rc]

I just love this car.

[@sotirisbakaimis3276]

the most iconic sedan of all times.

[@bluster7759]

Hey you know if i can put turbo at twin spark

[@Matteo_Licata]

Honestly, I don’t know. Sorry 😞

[@bluster7759]

@@Matteo_Licata ok bro thnks

[@Tolis-py2dc]

οne question,you may know the answer.Do you know if the FCA Heritage in Turin is open for public?I 've already been to the former arese plant and the Nazionale museo di automobili in Turin,so the FCA is the last remaining(after that I am planning to go to bologna's museums)

[@Matteo_Licata]

Unfortunately, the FCA Heritage Hub is still closed off, and it’s unlikely it’ll open in the near future, given the current restrictions related to public health. There were plans to open it though, so there’s hope it’ll happen sometime in the future

[@JamesWilliamson-w8y]

I had a 1988 UK spec 2.0TS example, Great car . On test I got it up to 137 MPH , exactly what Alfa claimed. Eventually mine needed an expensive rebuild of the rear brakes so I sold it as a doner car to a guy who was restoring a Lancia Stratos. Many parts are common.

[@danboshskipovsky2469]

Alfa Romeo 75 satisfaction !

[@MAtogable]

Raga, isn't that 75 wagon based on the Fiat Regata weekend?

[@matirs342]

My first car was almost a 75 2.0 TS...but the seller didn't reply on time and a deal was done on a 145Q. In retrospective, that was probably the correct decision hahaha.

[@Matteo_Licata]

The 145QV was a great way to start driving, and certainly more forgiving of overenthusiastic manouvres :)

[@matirs342]

@@Matteo_Licata True hahaha. It's been 4 years since then and I still love the 145, such a fun car to drive.

[@salvatorep.1685]

Allora hai verificato che la 75 ristilizzata da 2.5 litri è esistita con il corpo vettura della Twin Spark? Come ti scrivevo in un precedente video io avevo letto da qualche parte questa cosa ma non riesco a ricordare dove......l'età avanza e perdo colpi......😢

[@Matteo_Licata]

Esatto! Mi eri venuto in mente quando lo leggevo. Si, esistono! Ma non ne ho mai vista una, nemmeno in foto!

[@bath1968]

Such a great car, I nearly brought a 75 3.0l in metallic gold. I wish I had :(

[@Matteo_Licata]

Wow, that would have been a cool purchase!

[@roby72s]

I think it was a mistake not to make the 75 sportswagon. The 33 sportswagon was quite successful. The 75 is to this day a very fine car, sporty and sexy.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Agree, the wagon would have sold well!

[@rafsport7702]

Great vid! Love the 75, here in Spain I’ve also seen some rare 75 Twin Spark’s. The ASI “Recaro”, another example without rear spoiler (probably done by its owner) and also others with spoiler, Alfa Romeo decals on the sides, etc and HUB CAPS 🤔 Plus the rare 1.8 Turbo Prima serie, without QV or America exterior...

[@mattw8332]

Weird handbrake!

[@Matteo_Licata]

And weird electric windows! The buttons were on the roof :)

[@mattw8332]

@@Matteo_Licata Of course! I couldn't remember what controls were on the roof when I posted.

[@davidlotspeich5547]

This was called the Milano here in America. A really silly name, but it was probably due to marketing reasons.

[@Matteo_Licata]

The reasoning was that the name “Milano” would resonate more than the rather anonymous “75”... But the company then sold the 164 there without inventing any name for it... 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@manomccross]

❤️👊

[@kevinsalatino4116]

Io ho una 75 twin Spark S 😎

[@Matteo_Licata]

Cool! 👍

[@sotirisbakaimis3276]

you are very lucky

[@kevinsalatino4116]

@@sotirisbakaimis3276 😎💪

[@kevinsalatino4116]

@@sotirisbakaimis3276 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gICZY4Rqe7yDmJI check this video...this Is mine alfa 75 twin Spark S

[@Granattaaaaaa]

This car is amazing but a huge money pit buying second hand. Most of those on sale ( in The Netherlands at least) have been modified/altered or reverted back from track use and have been beaten up or ruined by kits/wheels/'improvements'. If only there were still unspolied low-mileage examples left...

[@Matteo_Licata]

Here in Italy is not a problem to find good survivors, as enthusiasts have been taking good care of these cars over the last 15 years or so. But the majority are 1.6 and 1.8 cars, the most popular in period

[@benzinapaul7416]

I have a 79000 mile Twin Spark ASN in the UK completely stock, can't decide whether to sell or restore - it's a toss up between the 75 or my 2001, GTV 3.0 V6 with 71000 miles. One of them has to go to fund the restoration of the other

[@Matteo_Licata]

Ouch, that’s a difficult decision to make. The GTV is oh-so-pretty and it’s got the V6... And it’ll probably appreciate more in value in the future. But the 75 is pure old-school Alfa and makes for a great weekend fun car... And you can bring your family too! Can’t quite help you...

[@studiocalder818]

In Italy we have a predilection for preserved cars, with their original mechanics

[@benzinapaul7416]

@@Matteo_Licata not so sure. I think the 75 has more future classic status. As you say last of real Alfa apart from ES30 maybe, and so much fewer survive than GTV, although the draw of the Busso does seem strong and the GTV is a beautiful design. Back to sqaure one...

[@maxbg]

No wonder the 75 is not a rust bucket ....

[@Matteo_Licata]

Exactly. Never seen a rusty one in my life. Same with the 164.

[@Alfaromeoold75]

About it I know every thing by my dad

[@Uc9uE3pKsS6uQ]

because RWD

[@Luke-PlanesTrainsDogsnCars]

Sorry guys ..I find this to be my least likeable Alfa.....mainly because of the styling , standing at the rear quarter panel i can count 11 horizontal character lines and joins including top of the boot and bottom of the bumper..and I'm sure there were even more when fitted with special styling kits.