1969 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce Series 1 Round-Tail

Make

Alfa Romeo

Model

Spider Veloce Series 1 Round-Tail

Year

1969

Listed price

$14,750

Location

Los Angeles, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

When Alfa Romeo unveiled the 1600 Spider at the Geneva Motor Show in 1966, it marked the beginning of an icon. Penned by Pininfarina, the Series 1, affectionately known as the "Duetto" (and later, the "Round-Tail") for its distinctive boat-tail rear, was the last project personally overseen by Battista Pininfarina himself. Its elegant, flowing lines were a radical departure from the more angular designs of the era, instantly cementing its place as a design masterpiece. Though initially met with some controversy over its name (a legal dispute prevented the permanent use of "Duetto"), its cinematic appearance in *The Graduate* just a year later propelled it to global stardom, forever intertwining the Spider with notions of freedom, youth, and style. Produced until 1969, the Round-Tail remains the purest expression of Pininfarina's original vision, highly coveted by collectors for its unparalleled aesthetics. This 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce represents the final year of this beloved Series 1 "Round-Tail" design. As a Veloce model, it would have originally been equipped with the more potent 1750cc twin-cam engine, offering a spirited driving experience perfectly matched to its svelte, open-top body. While the specific engine details are not provided, the manual transmission promises an engaging connection between driver and machine, a hallmark of Alfa Romeo's sporting heritage. With 0 miles indicated, this particular example presents a unique canvas for its next custodian. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a true automotive design icon, ready for its next chapter.