1967 Alfa Romeo Duetto

Make

Alfa Romeo

Model

Duetto

Year

1967

Listed price

$54,900

Location

Santa Ana, California

Transmission

5 Speed

Mileage

4,763 miles

The Alfa Romeo Spider, affectionately known as the "Duetto" in its inaugural Series 1 guise, arrived in 1966 as Pininfarina's final project under Battista "Pinin" Farina himself. Tasked with replacing the Giulietta and Giulia Spiders, the Duetto's flowing, boat-tail design was a radical departure, a masterpiece of organic lines that captivated audiences from its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Its elegant form, combined with Alfa Romeo's renowned twin-cam engine and agile chassis, quickly cemented its status as a quintessential Italian roadster, immortalized on screen in *The Graduate*. Only produced for three years, the Series 1 Duetto is celebrated for its purity of design and represents the genesis of a model line that would span four decades. This particular 1967 Alfa Romeo Duetto 1600 Spyder is a testament to that original vision, presented in classic white with contrasting black trim and a black cloth top. Showing a remarkably low 4,763 miles, this well-preserved example was recently acquired from its long-term Italian lady owner, who cherished it for at least three decades. Equipped with a desirable 5-speed manual transmission, twin Weber carburetors, disc wheels, headlamp covers, and Euro taillights, it embodies the spirited driving experience Alfa Romeo is famous for. A personal wood steering wheel adds a touch of bespoke charm to an interior that speaks to its original character. Having undergone light improvements to ensure it is completely "dialed in," this Duetto offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a truly special and early "boat-tail" Spider.