November 2011 - Northwest Alfa Romeo Club

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The newsletter of the Northwest Alfa Romeo Club
Iniezione
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Bertone Designed 105 Series Cars
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In September 1963, at the Frankfurt Auto Show, Alfa Romeo showed *
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off a prototype penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro, the fantastic young
designer working at Bertone. The general looks were loosely based *
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on the Alfa Romeo 2000 Sprint that Giugiaro had designed a few
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years previously to favorable reviews from the automotive world.
Alfa Romeo called their new car, the Giulia Sprint GT and though well *
liked, the car was somewhat overshadowed at the Frankfurt show by *
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the Porsche 901 concept car, which later became the Porsche 911.
Alfa Romeo “GTV” and GTA
The
November 2011
In This Issue:
GTV vs GTA ………... pg 1
Club Meeting ……..... pg 5
Presidents Column .. pg 6
News ………………….. pg 7
Elections Info …….. pg 8
Holiday Gala …….... pg 9
Driver‟s School …... pg 10
Membership …….... pg 11
Int‟l Alfa Events .… pg 12
Alfa Bookshelf ...… pg 13
Lorenzo Ramaciotti pg 14
Alfa Press Release pg 15
Classified Ads .. pg 16,17
Calendar ………...…. pg 18
Next club events...
By the time the Giulia Sprint GT, known in Alfa Romeo manufactur* Club Meeting ……….... Nov 8
ing as the 105 Series, started production in 1964 it had dropped the
* Driver School …..….. Nov 12
Sprint title and was called the Giulia GT. The simple neat design
* Holiday Gala …….….... Dec 3
combined with straight forward mechanicals and Alfa Romeo‟s responsive handling characteristics made this series a very popular seller for years, in spite of the fact that they cost more than a Jaguar XKE or Corvette. The Alfa Romeo plant in Arese, just
north of Milan produced the cars. As the details on the cars changed, so did the names creating confusion that is typical today. The 105 Series cars started in 1964 known as the Giulia GT before ending production by 1975 as the GTV 2000. In between, there were names like GTC ,
GT Junior, GTV 1750, GTA, GTA Junior, GTA-SA, and GT-Am.
1966 GTV
Additionally, heavily modified versions of the 105 Series cars were produced. Ercola Spada, the chief stylist at Zagato, known for creating the
Alfa Romeo TZ, which used many 105 series mechanicals, penned another 105 Series based car, the Alfa Romeo Junior Z which came with either the 1300cc or 1600cc engine depending upon year. Also at Bertone, Marcello Gandini famous for creating the Lamborghini Miura, also designed the Alfa Romeo Montreal show car onto a widened and modified 105 Series chassis and running gear. None of
these cars looked at all like the car they were based on so few will ever confuse them as a GTV or GTA.
With the many possible versions, enthusiasts, and Alfa Romeo fans can get confused by the cars and often refer to
them under the generic GTV name if it‟s a street car, or GTA if a full race version. This is often incorrect so to help
provide you the knowledge needed, I‟ll try to go over the key differences focusing on the GTAs in comparison to all
the others.
GTA Rivets
To start, since the “A” in GTA stood for Alleggerita, or lightened, the single largest weight savings
was that all body panels were made out of Peraluman 25, which is a combination of aluminum,
zinc, and manganese. This meant the standard welds wouldn‟t work so where seams are bonded
together you‟ll find rivets, most noticeably along the drip rails. This also leads to a method for
determining an original GTA from an excellent replica. With a magnet in hand, carefully hold it
close to the cowl just ahead of the front windshield. If the magnet pulls, it is steel and the car
did not start life as a GTA. Currently, all the other body panels can be purchased in aluminum,
but the cowl doesn‟t appear to be available to make a replica. Another quick thing to spot is the GTA loop door handle
105 Series cont’d...
GTA door handles are a small aluminum loop just big enough to put a couple fingers into, with a separate push button. All non-GTA cars have a
flush chrome handle about 3 inches wide.
It was at Autodelta SpA, the race prep company headed up by Carlo Chiti which had recently been acquired by Alfa
Romeo, where the specs for GTAs were developed. Chiti had a highly regarded history as an Alfa Romeo / Ferrari designer and engineer. Cars were being ordered with a number of optional race goodies so there can be mechanical or
technical variations. Examples might be if customers opted for wheel flares, different wheel sizes, fuel tank options…
Some cars were ordered with creative options, with the same said of non-GTAs so this won‟t help draw distinction between cars.
A quick look at the front of a GTA, the grill is a black mesh with a small chrome
trim surround. The standard V shaped emblem is also slightly unique in that it
was made of stamped stainless steel, plus the flat top fits just under the front
body lip. GTVs have a similar style but it fits slightly higher and overlaps the
front panel. One more emblem detail difference is that the GTA had the standard round Alfa Romeo logo lower in the center emblem, just under the top
bar. Once you‟ve seen the difference, even these subtleties are easy to spot.
GTA wheel flare option
Just below the grill, GTAs came with two horizontal mesh covered vent openings at approximately 3 x 9 inches with rounded corners. Similar but slightly
smaller versions were only used on the later models of GTV 2000 and GTV 1750, but both of these cars
were produced without the “stepnose” look of all GTAs making these easy to distinguish.
GTA grill, openings, & mesh
Glancing inside the cars there are a number of key details as well. The GTA steering wheels were three spoke Hellebore brand. Aftermarket
versions of these wheels can be bought, but typically have 7 mounting holes, while the originals had the 6 holes. The inner door panels were
smooth vinyl with simple aluminum door handles, and window crank. The door pull is a small black vinyl strap with a braided look. Non GTAs
had a variety of textured door panels with sound deadening and larger handles with robust door pulls. One cool secret is that since most GTA
buyers chose the option of Plexiglas windows to save weight, the window lift mechanism was made of lightweight aluminum, after all, it was raising a lightweight “glass”. Another option that a few customers bought was aluminum flooring. Since this made the body flex a little too much, it
often wasn‟t worth the weight savings. The result is that seat rails are riveted down. Based on
the type of racing that customers were planning to enter, some chose the optional cross brace
GTA
between the rear wheel wells that added a little stiffening to the body. While looking at the rear
wheel wells, you may note that some GTAs have deeper rear wells to accommodate larger
wheels without fender flares.
Under the front hood, a few GTA items are recognizable in both the GTA 1600 and the GTA Junior 1300 cars. The most obvious is they‟re twin spark engines. The larger valves necessitated a
cylinder head design with twin plugs pushed slightly towards the outside, along with a unique
Marelli distributor to fire the 8 sparkplugs. Also needing more air, larger 45DCOE Weber carburetors were fitted with a unique GTA airbox assembly. Larger exhaust headers were also made,
with the GTAs using a carefully crafted, very rare header design. As well, radiator shrouding
was carefully done to ensure best use of airflow for cooling both the radiator and the added oil
cooler. Harder to see, but only used on the GTA cars was weight saving magnesium on items
like the camshaft and timing chain covers, bell housing, oil pan and sump. While in the engine
bay, if you spot the chassis numbers, for reference, all GTAs begin with 613xxx or 848xxx.
Even the trunk had some GTA only details. With the trunk closed, the GTA insignia was noted. With the
trunk open you can see the riveted in aluminum spare tire well. Some GTAs were fitted with a 23.75 gallon
(90 Ltr) fuel tank designed for endurance racing. This tank was so large it had to be installed from below
the car. Otherwise, the standard GTA fuel tank at 12.1 gallons (46 Ltr) fit inside the trunk.
GTA trunk / gas tank
In all, around 500 each of the GTA
1600 and GTA 1300 Junior were
produced in both Stradale (Street)
and Corsa (Race) versions. They
dominated sports car racing in
1966, 1967 and 1968 and continued as strong competitors up
through the 1970s. In 1967, the
GTA-SA was produced, but only 10
From L to R: GTV… note dual headlights and door handles, GTA… note stepnose, and GT-Am, note flush nose.
were made. The SA stood for Sovralimentata; Italian for supercharged. Produced to compete in Group 5 Touring Car races with overall wins at Hockenheim in 1967 and four more races the following year.
Starting in 1970, the GT-Am race cars, based on the steel bodied GTV 1750 and GTV 2000 were produced in low quantities utilizing extra wide
pontoon style fiberglass fender flares. Though a few GTAs had the pontoon style fender flares,
GT-Am
only “stepnose” cars might be a GTA.
By comparison, non-GTAs were sold in much larger volumes. The Giulia GT, distinguished by the
“stepnose” front, single headlights, 1600cc engine w/ twin carbs, had 21,054 produced from 1964
through early 1966. In 1965 the GTC, with the
C designation for Cabriolet, or convertible, was
GTC
produced. Steel bodied cars were pulled from
the Arese plant and moved to Carrozzeria Touring for the roof to be cut off and then fitted with
a convertible top. Unfortunately only about
1000 of these very attractive cars were built.
Starting in 1966, Alfa Romeo offered a smaller
1300cc engine option for the Giulia GT and they
called it the GT Junior. These continued with
the last ones sold in early 1976. A total of over 90,000 GT Juniors were sold, with the last
14,299 cars actually using the 1600cc engine. The later were still “Juniors” because by this
time, the GTVs were using the larger 1750cc or 2000cc engines.
Additionally in 1966, the car had the name GTV. First sold with the “stepnose” front, 1600cc engine w/twin
carbs, single headlights, but now having 3 chrome bars across a black front grill. A round 4-leaf clover badge
was added to the rear quarter pillars, improved seats with more support, and the script Veloce on the rear.
In 1966 and 1967 they produced 13,442 of these. In 1968, no Alfas were imported into the US while the
Spica fuel injection system was tested and certified to meet new US emission laws. The improved fuel economy and reduced emissions were the win! The rest of the world (and the US in 1969) got the larger, fuel injected 1750 engine in the GTV, with dual headlights and a single chrome bar across the black grill. This was
also when the nose bodywork
GTV
changed slightly… the original
“stepnose” design was modified
4-leaf clover Badge on GTV
to be a smooth front lip. The
interior upgrades included improved seats as well as the prominent dual round instruments
straight in front of the driver and a larger consol with gauges and
controls. The GTV 1750 was produced through 1970 with 37,459
total made.
Still very popular, Alfa Romeo rolled
out the GTV 2000 in 1971. The engine had enlarged to 2000cc, and
with slightly reworked rear fender
lines, and the front grill had the traditional V shaped logo as a raised
design built into the chrome cross
bars. Inside were new seats with
the telltale wooden headrest supports,
new clustered dash and gauges, added chrome trim. They sold around 30,000 of this last
model, before retiring the 105 Series cars with over 200,000 total being built.
No matter how you try there are plenty of details to remember but hopefully, going
forward, you‟ll be able to spot differences quickly and impress your Alfa Romeo friends
and endear yourself to the car owners. The other thought is to ask the Alfa owner
about their cars. They usually enjoy talking about the details, history, and why their
cars are so unique. Like the owners, they all are.
Reference book credits:
Alfa Romeo from 1910 to 2010 by Maurizio Tabucchi ISBN: 978-88-7911-503-2
Fantastic Alfa Romeo by Luciano Greggio ISBN: 0-7603-0237-5
Alfa Romeo Always With Passion by David Owen ISBN: 1-84425-117-9
Alleggerita by Tony Adriaensens ISBN: 9080119717
Words & photos by Fred R.
First published in Vintage Drift
GTV 2000
Club Meeting
Nov 8th
We always enjoy wandering the great selection of cars at Park Place in Bellevue and
once again, Shannon is hosting our club at
this great location.
Park Place Ltd.
13710 NE 20th Street, Bellevue, WA 98005
Meeting: 6:30 until 9:30 PM
Club Liaisons
Board Members
Italian Car Club of British Columbia
Fritz Duernberger (604) 988 7904
President
Merril Gordon
(206) 290 4704
Merril.r.gordon@boeing.com
Society of Vintage Racing Enthusiasts
(SOVREN) TBD
Alfa Romeo Owners Club of Oregon
TBD
FEN (Fiat Enthusiasts Northwest)
Gordy Hyde 425 241 9307
MGCCNWC (MG)
Over the years, Park
Place has always had
plenty of eye candy
to view, usually as
Pre-Owned cars. As
time has gone along,
they have added
TBD
www.nwalfaclub.com
plenty of brand
new cars.
Now, they can
show off Aston
Martin, Lotus, Spyker,
Superperformance,
and Saab.
The meeting will include status updates
on past, present, and
future activities including the Holiday Gala, New Years Day
drive, and a high level view of 2012.
Vice President
Joe Faherty
(253) 549 2082
joeveloce@netscape.net
Secretary
Gordy Hyde
425 241 9307
gohyde@hotmail.com
The Iniezione is the monthly newsletter of the
Northwest Alfa Romeo Club, a non-profit organization of Alfa Romeo enthusiasts. NWARC is a
regional chapter of the national Alfa Romeo Owners Club (AROC). Chapter meetings are held the
second Tuesday of every month except December.
Committee Directors
Membership dues are $63 per year, which includes subscriptions to the Iniezione and the
national publication, Alfa Owner. For information
about joining the club, contact the membership
director listed in the right hand column.
Activities
Shannon Low
(206) 715 9670
Shannonl@parkplaceltd.com
Opinions expressed in the Iniezione are those of
the author and do not necessarily reflect those of
the club. (The author may be nuts!)
Competition Admin.
Competition@nwalfaclub.com
Publication of articles describing technical procedures does not constitute an endorsement by the
club, its officers, or AROC. It is the responsibility
of the person performing any procedure to accept all consequences of his or her actions.
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Mirko Freguia
Mirko@copperfin.com
(425) 898 0232 x100
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Earl Krygier
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President‟s Column
by Merril Gordon
What was I thinking ?!?? I volunteered for
umpire duties as my kid‟s fall little league
season needed at least three. Do you realize how small a 10 year old catcher can
crouch down to ? I can‟t get small enough
behind those guys to block the missed
pitches. I do get to field ump about half the
time. Best seat in the house.
Ok, that was not really the right subject, but it does bring up
the volunteer issue again. Looking back over the year we had
our esteemed Iniezione editor Fred Russell put on the AntiFootball drive. That turned out to be a beautiful day if a bit
cold. Our membership chair Mirko Freguia put on the NWARC
Go-kart Enduro (for the third time I think), Fred Wright a former NWARC club president who organized our convention some
years ago, put on the Chili Cook-off for the second time in a
row. Our VP Joe Faherty hosted the St. Patrick‟s Day party. Is
he Irish or something? Gary Patitz hosted a pre-PNW Historics
BBQ for Alfisti, with Shannon Low, our activities director organizing the SOVREN NWARC Corral. Thanks guys. Mr. Russell
was at it again with Viva Italia at Columbia Winery, then organized a group for a trip to Portland to take in The Allure of the
Automobile at the Portland Art Museum. How does he manage
to find the time to do all that? Another non-NWARC event was
the Kirkland Concours where member Bill Gehring was a volunteer. I‟m going to have to have a little talk with Bill. See if I
can get him to host a club event. Fred was at it once more with
the assistance from Kristi Affolter for the ½ Fast Lap of Washington. And let‟s not forget Dick & Jessica Camp for hosting a
BBQ over in Yakama the night before the ½ Lap. And lastly we
have Jessica Hyde who‟s put on the Holiday Gala the last couple
of years. Exceptionally well done there volunteers !
Member Referrals!!!
With your help as NWARC members, we‟re adding this new feature to Iniezione; Member Referrals. We will list service providers that club members
have found to be highly satisfactory. The idea is to provide a means for the
positive experience of club members to be shared for our mutual benefit. The providers listed will be club member submissions and not in any
way, the responsibility of the club.
The list of highly satisfactory member referrals will be managed by club
member, Ken Case. Ken will also remove any vendor if another member
sees them as unacceptable. (Those vendors submitted as unacceptable will
never be made public.) If you have questions or want the name of the
members who have submitted referrals, contact Ken. Some rules will need
to be followed for all this to work well:
1. No member submitting a service provider can have any financial interest
or family connection with the service.
2. The service providers must not compete with the primary business of
any of the outstanding service providers advertising within the Iniezione.
Examples of highly satisfactory suppliers would be:
* Professional Glass Company, Seattle - windshield replacement
http://www.professionalglass.com/
* Security Safe & Lock, Inc, Bellevue – lock rebuilding
http://www.security-safe.com/
Think about your experiences, both good
and bad, and share your wisdom to Ken
at casekb@msn.com. We‟re all better
off for your efforts.
We‟ll need a repeat performance for next year in order to keep
our club active. I‟m looking to put on a drive up to Hurricane
Ridge for early next summer. We‟ll need volunteers to host a
few more day drives as well as our other regular events next
year.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the Christmas party and
on various NWARC adventures next year,
Merril Gordon
NWARC President
Photo by Alex Csank
News For Alfisti…
The Seattle area had it‟s challenges with roads last week. As the work went ahead to build a tunnel, and remove
the current viaduct, someone snapped a photo of how the WSDOT pulled the old viaduct down.
On October 17th, during an interview, Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne said he plans to appoint an Alfa Romeo boss
for North America by year end. "We are going to target the U.S. market first and work our way back into
Europe," he said in an interview in Turin, Italy. "We have run market tests on the desirability of the Alfa brand in
the U.S. and -- notwithstanding our long absence from the market -- it's still one of the best brands in the world,
and I think we need to go back and grab it." If we‟re lucky, perhaps Sergio will appoint the current VP of Design
for Chrysler, Ralph Gilles. Ralph is known to the Detroit Alfa Romeo Club as he used to run an Alfa GTV at track
events. After a stint as President of Dodge Brand, Ralph may have Marchionne's ear on future designs.
The Alfa Romeo 8C European Rally was held September 20-25 in Austria this year. If you go to the following link it has a nice article and
photos. http://www.sportscardigest.com/alfa-romeo-8c-rally-2011-report-and-photos/?awt_l=GXoeR&awt_m=JndZ8uU3lus.C0
Alfa Romeo plans to launch a rear-wheel-drive flagship sedan in 2014 as part of its plan to become a global competitor in the „near premium‟
market currently dominated by Volkswagen, Volvo and a few others. Alfa‟s own documents say that it will be powered by a V6 engine, hence suggesting it will be based on the next generation Chrysler 300C. Likely to be called the Montreal or 6C and there is a high possibility that it will be built
in the US, alongside the 300C – a huge advantage when launching the brand in the North American market. Alfa bosses admit that
years of mistakes in marketing and
brand management, including “poor
lifecycle management of the product”, a lack of consistency and a lack
of global awareness has damaged
the brand. The company says its
new market positioning is “an Italian
brand with a strong commitment to
advanced technology, performance
and style that will become a global
competitor in near-premium segments within three years”.
Time to Subscribe to Digital Only!!!
Are you getting the mailed B&W copy of the club newsletter? You‟re looking at the full color e-mail /
web version. The color version is really enjoyable, usually a few days earlier than the printed version,
and doesn't require trees to be cut down. It costs the club almost nothing to produce and share. You
can print out a select page or the entirety. In addition to the full color images, more info and larger
photos are often included in the digital version.
To Subscribe to the e-mail version send an e-mail to: info-subscribe@nwalfaclub.com
To stop the mailed version send an e-mail to me at: editor@nwalfaclub.com and I can stop the
mailed version for you. If you only want the Print version, or want both digital and print, they should
continue with no change.
Club Elections Are Coming!
As fun as it is to be a member, it is also fun to be one of the officers in NWARC. No one task is overwhelming and each requires the talents we have, or we
know of the person with the talents.
Our elections on November 8th will be for club officers: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. All positions are part of the leadership
Board along with volunteer positions for the Activities, Membership, Webmaster, and Newsletter Editor. The meeting will be your chance to finalize the nominees and take the actual vote for the elected positions. Here are outlines of the elected roles so you‟ll know what you are volunteering for, or may be nominated for.
President: The easiest job on the Board. Controls the activities of the overall Board and runs the Board meetings and presides over the club meetings.
Writes a monthly column for the newsletter. Helps to find and fill openings in club committee spots. Typically uses around 5 hours monthly… plus attendance
at the club meetings. Requires only passion and some leaderships skills!
Contact Merril Gordon for specifics: Merril.r.gordon@boeing.com
Vice President: Fills in for the club President if the President cannot attend a meeting. Arranges locations and speakers (if any) for monthly club meetings.
Tracks attendance at monthly club meetings. Typically requires 2 or 3 hours effort per month making arrangements for speakers or meeting locations. Requires only organization and communication skills!
Contact Joe Faherty for specifics: joeveloce@netscape.net
Secretary: Keeps notes during our club and board meetings. Forwards the meeting notes to other board and committee members. Typically requires less
than 1 hour effort monthly outside of the meetings themselves. Requires only organization and communication skills!
Contact Gordy Hyde for specifics: gohyde@hotmail.com
Treasurer: This role keeps our club finances in line. The key tasks are to track the money, pay the club bills, cover the track and driving events with insurance certificates, and lately… figure out the tax exempt status. This requires good accounting skills and accuracy… plus uses a bit more time than the other
roles… probably around 8 hours monthly is a good estimate. Check with Thomas Jermann for specifics: tomjermann@hotmail.com
Non-elected positions you can volunteer for are Activities, Membership, Webmaster, and Newsletter Editor. It‟s not unheard of for people to sign up as
a team with another member. (Wife & husband? Friend & friend? New member and long standing member?)
Activities: The master of the calendar. This role keeps all the events on the calendar and helps work with those planning the events to best fit the schedule,
with minimal conflicts. They also work with the Treasurer to ensure events have insurance coverage when needed, and to help keep event costs under control
for the club and members. The role requires social skills and some organization talent as well as an hour per month.
Contact Shannon Low for specifics: Shannonl@parkplaceltd.com
Membership: The simple fun role of welcoming any new members to the club with an e-mail or phone call, as well as provide info about the club to prospective members who may have shown up at an event or meeting. Both gives you a chance to brag about the cool things we do as part of NWARC. The other fun
aspect is looking for ways to attract new members. Requires a couple hours per month and requires good social skills.
Contact Mirko Freguia for specifics: Mirko@Copperfin.com
Webmaster: Keeps information up to date on the website with the latest meeting info, and newsletter postings. If you can update other items, all the better.
You would need to invest about 1 or 2 hours a month unless you get hooked, then you can put in 20+ hours. You choose. Requires understand web applications and programming. Contact Earl Krygier for specifics: webmaster@nwalfaclub.com
Newsletter Editor: You need to gather stories and photos from people attending events, or “report” the event yourself. Pull together info about news, upcoming events, meetings, or any dirt you can find to put into the monthly digital and print newsletters. The requirements are some mild computer skills, reasonable communication, and about 16 hours per month… plus attendance at events.
Ask me (Fred Russell) for specifics at: fktmrussell@msn.com
You know the roles… it‟s rather easy, lots of opportunity for learning on the job, and a chance to take your turn as a leader in the best Alfa Romeo club around.
Thanks, and we‟ll see you Nov 8th! Fred R
Holiday Gala & Auction
December 3rd
Registration is now open for the 2011 NW Alfa Romeo Club Holiday
Gala and Charity Silent Auction. This year‟s event will be held on December 3rd at The Harborside on Lake Union. This gorgeous venue is located
in the AGC building and looks directly onto Lake Union where we may be
able to see boats lit up for the holiday season. This is the same location
as last year, though the room may be different based on recently finished
remodel efforts and space availability.
The event will start at 5 p.m. with our annual auction! Like last year,
100% of the auction proceeds will be donated to charity. From Books, to
Jelly, to spare Alfa parts, homebaked goodies to Alfa art, the auction usually proves to be a good event. We've already received some generous
donations, but we're still looking for more. Please contact Rita Ingram at
ritaingram@comcast.net or call 360 707 0154 if you have items or
ideas you're willing to donate.
The discounted ticket price is $45 per person if you sign up by Nov
14. After that, the price goes up to $55 per person until the close of
registration on Nov 30th. The prices include appetizers, salads, veggies,
your choice of a Steak Oscar, Coho Salmon, or a vegetarian pasta dinner. There will be
a no-host bar during the auction and cocktail hour.
You will be receiving an e-mail invitation to the event shortly via Evite. It is not
spam! Register for the event using http://nwarc.motorsportreg.com/ or by mailing a check to the chapter treasurer, Thomas Jermann. (Call 206 276 3484 for address)
Please remember that an RSVP on Evite does NOT ensure you a plate at the event until
you have paid.
Please note that current Club Membership is Required to Register... Guests of members do not
have to be a club member.
As always, the Holiday Gala is a wonderful chance to
gather with old & new friends to celebrate a year in the
lives of alfisti. Please join us as we look back on a year
of great events and activities, and we‟ll look ahead toward 2012. Remember to plan your bid strategy on the
numerous auction items. (Note: Credit Cards are no longer accepted for auction items... cash or check only.)
Questions? Contact Jessica Hyde at: 206.778.9923 or jessabelle1@gmail.com
Alfa Romeo Models
The magazine, Scale Auto, does a
great job of covering the miniature car shows, especially the displays of hand made scale models.
Alfas are rare but not unheard of.
At the Santa Clara show on Feb
26th there was a unique olive
green Alfa Romeo Giulietta drag
race gasser made by Thomas
McNamara. (Stay calm, Wes!)
The Modelrama in Vancouver BC on
April 2nd, had a fantastic yellow
1931 8C Monza made by Stewart
Goodfellow.
Last Chance Get Club Jackets!!
You often see club members wearing a good
looking jacket with club logos and Alfa Romeo
script. Those jackets are available again in
select limited colors. The cool colors are: forest green/navy trim, khaki/forest green trim,
navy/forest green trim, slate blue/charcoal
trim (see photo), black/black trim and imperial blue/navy trim. The jacket, decorated
with an Alfa logo and script, left chest, the
club logo back neck, and members first name
(or nick name) right chest will be $65.00
(including sales tax) plus $5.00 postage
(unless other delivery arrangements are
made). Available size (mens) sizes small thru
3xl, and it should be noted that the jacket tends to run a size big. It is
also available in big&tall sizes lrg thru 6xl, in colors khaki, navy, black or
blue only.
To order, e-mail to: tomjermann@hotmail.com
with size, color and name to monogramed (if desired). Mail a check to NWARC 1429 Ave D #519
Snohomish, WA 98290. Once we have our minimum
6 or more ordered, we‟ll produce the jackets. Complete order deadline is November 15th, but
jackets will be delivered by Christmas.
Driving School
Nov 12th
This our season ending Drivers School. The cost is $100.00, or $75.00 for
women and teens (16 and older with valid driver‟s lic.).
Bremerton Motorsports Track
Nov 12th
Gates open at 7:30 AM / School Starts by 8:30 AM
Join us for a full day of in-car skillbuilding exercises learning the art of car
control. NO prerequisites to attend. Invite your teenage children, parents,
friends or coworkers. This program has
been attended by drivers with less than
one years experience and by drivers with
over 40 years of experience. Teenagers
comment they have FUN attending this all
-day physics lesson and leave the event
with a more mature and responsible attitude toward their driving. The older
drivers comment that they never really understood vehicle handling and
were very surprised at the maneuvers they could execute and the car control
techniques they could learn in just one day.
The purpose of our Driving School is to enhance your awareness of the conditions around you and develop your ability to respond quickly and properly
in dangerous conditions.
Dress in layers! It can be wet and cold in Bremerton in November. This
school starts with a classroom setting and then rotating through different
driving exercises. Lunch will be provided. Register today!
http://nwarc.motorsportreg.com/
Be sure to read and understand all of the NWARC Driving School Safety Requirements including car prep check, at our club website prior to attending.
www.nwalfaclub.com
Directions to Bremerton Motorsports Park
 From North or South on Hwy 16 on the Kitsap Peninsula, take the Old
Clifton Road exit. Head west on Old Clifton Road for several miles.
 When you see the Texaco station, take a left towards the station, then
take an immediate right in front of the station. Follow this residential
street to the end and you're there!
Check Southworth or Bremerton Ferry Schedules Online:
www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/schedules
The following members have volunteered
to provide Alfa Mentoring and answers!!!
Membership

By Mirko Freguia
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A warm and enthusiastic
welcome to our 9 newest
club members who have
joined in the last 30 days:
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Trent Bramham Olympia
Joseph Davis
Federal Way
Bruce Humberstone
Seattle
Brad Kogut
Seattle
Vivek Kumar
Issaquah
Joe Manke
Olympia
Rod Powell
Olympia
Philip Stonebraker
Clarkston
Adrian Tyvand
Shoreline
Model/Series
Member Name
Contact
 Spiders, GTV
 Fred Wright fred.wright@comcast.net
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NWARC / AROC Membership Application
Name: _________________________________________________________
Spouse: ________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________
City/State/Zip: __________________________________________________
Home Phone: ___________________________________________________
E-mail address: __________________________________________________
Work Phone: ____________________________________________________
Do you wish to be affiliated with the local Alfa Club, NWARC? _____________
Please indicate your interests:
Technical_____ Tours_____ Social______ Rally______ Vintage Cars _______
Cost: $63 annual AROC Dues includes $3 NWARC affiliation fee
Make check payable to:
ALFA ROMEO OWNERS CLUB
Web: http://www.aroc-usa.org/
E-mail: Admin@aroc-usa.org
Mail to:
ALFA ROMEO OWNERS CLUB
P.O. BOX 12340
KANSAS CITY, MO 64116-0340

Spiders (101/105)
 George Gibbs
80‟s Spiders
 Harry Reed
164, GTV-6
 Dan Jardine
alfamale1@gmail.com
arspiderq@comcast.net
thosejardines@comcast.net
GTV
 Dave Emerson
dj.emerson@comcast.net
Almost Everything!
 Fred Russell FKTMRussell@msn.com
La Carrera Panamericana in El Taxi Perdido
The adventure of running a car in La Carrera Panamericana starts long before the
race when you build the car… in this case the car is a 1965 Giulia Super that has
run La Carrera a few times previously having started its racing career in Seattle.
The car now belongs to driver Martin Lauber, who along with his trusty co-driver,
Conrad Stevenson has faced this challenge before. The action can‟t begin until
they get the car across the border into Mexico, and then the long distance to the
start in Huatulco in Southern Mexico. After arriving, tech inspections, qualifying
runs, last minute fixes and details, a couple hours rest… the only thing left is 7
days of racing on some of the most challenging roads on the planet.
With previous La Carrera experience in 2009 and an 8th place overall finish in
2010, this team is experienced and ready for 2011! Qualifying this year to start in
9th meant less debris and wrecked cars to avoid in the beginning. Days 1 and 2
went very well with First in Class finishes both days. Day 3 started great, but
while travelling at speed, “I ran into a guardrail, bounced off and we landed fifteen feet off the road in a ditch.
It was a simple turn but I came in too hot and lost it. The little Taxi is tough but it doesn‟t like going off road.” said Martin. After an all night
effort to repair the broken sway bar, tranny mount, and oil pan, the car performed well on Day 4. Day 5 started well, but soon after lunch, the
car developed an electrical gremlin that just couldn‟t be found. Or at least not whilst doing 180kph. It wouldn‟t start without a push. That
ended the days racing and started the work to fix the car. Thanks went to all the friends in person and online that helped sort it out. Then Day
6 was back to a fantastic performance with a portion of the day on the large paved NASCAR style track. The Alfa ran very well and passed
many of the big V8 cars with more power but less nerve. On the final day, the Alfa Taxi did really well and took First in Class. Overall, tons of
fun but the Taxi will be bringing home a few battle scars from the race!
Auto e Moto d‟Epoca 2011
Padua, Italy
“A car is first and foremost something mechanical, but it is also an „object‟ of great beauty, a marvellous concentration of technology and design, of customs that quickly become history”. Those are the words of Mario Carlo Baccaglini, the person behind
Auto e moto d‟epoca (Cars & Motorcycle Show) held October 27-30. This has become Europe‟s biggest trade fair for mid-tohigh level restoration of vintage cars and motorcycles. The event‟s philosophy is for everyone to be able to find what he/she
needs; nuts, bolts, spares, gadgets, and historic documents – everything for those bitten by the bug of vintage vehicles.
Alfa Romeo chose the exhibition to celebrate one and a half centuries of Italian Unification as well as Alfa‟s 101 st birthday, with a
tribute to the genius and good taste of Italian coachbuilders. Under the sign of the Serpent, on display was the 1934 6C2300
GT, bodywork by Castagna, the 8C2900 B “Le Mans” model, only one of its kind with Touring bodywork and the 159
“Alfetta” by Zagato. This Alfetta celebrated the 60th anniversary of winning the World Championship, driven by Manuel Fangio.
Visitors also admired 3 concepts based on the Alfa 33 Stradale: Bertone‟s Carabo, Italdesign‟s Iguana, and the 33 Coupé
by Pininfarina. Last but not least, a 2008 8C Spider, created by Alfa Romeo‟s Centro Stile,
which, since the Giulia in 1962, designed most of the company‟s models.
Some of the other nearly 2600 cars displayed at the event were Mercedes, Jaguar, MG, Fiat,
Lancia, Abarth, Aprilia, Citroen: all rare and exceptional pieces, including cars from the Nicola
Bulgari Collection.
Information provided courtesy
of Alfa of Tacoma
The Alfa Bookshelf
Rare Books Part 2
By Gary Patitz
Alfa has recognized its anniversaries three times in print – the 70th, 75th, and 100th. To the best of my knowledge there has never been a factory authorized book
on the 25th or 50th anniversaries.
Alfa Romeo 70 Anni Di Immagini, Editor Lucio Simetta, Edizioni Alfa Romeo Arese, c.1981 and c.1983 softbound
Approximately 11 x 11 inches, B&W and color photographs, black cardboard slipcase. Italian language. Black and White dust jacket/
cover. 70th anniversary book history. First edition can be found for $150 - $250. Second edition $50 - $100. For the completist.
Alfa, immagini e percorsi 1910-1985, Anselmi, Angelo Tito, Electa, c. 1985
10.75 x 9 inches, 166 pages, B&W and color photographs, Italian and English languages, color dust cover.
This is a strange book. The prewar Alfa morphing into the awkward back half of the 75 (Milano in US) is your first indication of this.
The narrative loosely follows the history of the marque through the people, technological developments, and models (primarily postwar). There are color gatefolds for the P2, 159, Giuliett Berlina, Giulia TI, Alfetta Sedan, 33 Stradale, Carabo, and the 75.
The Alfa 75/Milano is given a disproportionate amount of space for obvious reasons. Originally retailed at $50 and currently can be
had between $50 - $75. For the completist.
Alfa Romeo Official Centenary Book 1910 – 2010, multiple authors, Georgio Nada Editore,, c. 2010, Limited English edition of 999
http://en.alfaromeocentenarybook.com/
200 pages. Outer cardboard box with Alfa Romeo logo 22 x 16 x 3 inches. Inside is a cloth covered box/slip case
with silver text. Inside the slip case is the book likewise covered in red cloth with silver text. In addition, an Alfa
badge is attached to the upper half of the cover.
The contents are as follows:
The Work
- About the making of the book
The Authors - Short biographies of the nine principal authors
Contents
Chapter 1 - Alfa People
Chapter 2 - Road Going Passion (attractive models posed with vintage Alfas)
Chapter 3 - Concept Cars
Chapter 4 - Racing
Chapter 5 - A Sporting Heart (Technical Aspect)
This was truly a labor of love on the part of those involved. The quality of the materials used for its manufacture
are first rate as are the photographs chosen. For all practical purposes it is a piece of art – once unboxed I find
myself just staring at it. It is also expensive. When originally available for preorder the price was approximately
$1000 depending on the rate of exchange. I would venture a guess that the cost of manufacture exceeds its selling price. It now can be had for between $550 $750. There really is no practical justification for buying this except to say it would probably be the nicest gift you ever gave yourself…
Sources: Brochures/posters – Walter Miller, Automotive Literature (http://www.autolit.com), 6710 Brooklawn Parkway, Syracuse, NY 13211, USA 315-432-8282.
How Fiat / Chrysler‟s Global Design Chief Sees His Brands
Automotive News Europe | October 5, 2011 06:01 CET
Lorenzo Ramaciotti, Fiat/Chrysler's new head of global design, oversees the largest brand portfolio of any styling executive in the auto industry -- 10
passenger car and light truck brands. The 63-year-old designer was supposed to be sitting on an Italian beach by now. After 32 years at design
house Pininfarina and almost two years into his retirement, Ramaciotti was brought to Fiat by Sergio Marchionne in 2007. In July, Fiat / Chrysler CEO
Marchionne appointed him to head global design for the alliance. The first cars to emerge during his Fiat tenure were the 2010 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
compact hatchback, the 2011 Lancia Ypsilon subcompact and the third generation of the Fiat Panda, Europe's best-selling minicar. Now he also oversees some American brands.
Here are Ramaciotti's snapshot descriptions of the 8 brands in his portfolio that are either sold in the United States or are planned to be.
"Abarth is the sporty expression of the Fiat brand, like M for BMW and AMG for Mercedes. Abarth has always made hot
versions of Fiat small cars. I personally do not see possible an Abarth version of the Freemont," a rebadged Dodge Journey sold by Fiat in Europe.
"Alfa Romeo is the emotional side of Italian cars. Its DNA is small-displacement, high technology engines that provide superior performance together with great handling. The design challenge is to find a proper sporty, emotional
body to exalt the visual impact of its technical underpinnings." Key vehicles from recent decades in the Fiat / Chrysler brands overseen by global design chief Lorenzo Ramaciotti include the 1999 Chrysler 300M.
"Chrysler has created several milestones in design, from the 1934 Airflow to the first minivan and the cabforward subcompact and large sedans. It's a brand that has made several comebacks. The design direction of the
2003 300 was bold and courageous, creating a highly recognizable, modern American car."
(Dodge) "It's a 100 percent American brand that in recent years brought back some strong design features
of its past, such as the muscular "shoulder' of the Charger, and the Challenger rear wheel arch. Dodge is the
American muscle car. The design challenge is to evolve this strong DNA in different sizes and shapes."
"Fiat is Italian design expressed in its most everyday, functional and simple form. Since the new 500, Fiat began adding emotion and a "smiley face' into its people's-car rigorous simplicity. The new Panda is an example of highly praised content now
wrapped into a rounder shape, with a friendly face."
"Jeep, like Mini, is a brand that started from an icon and always remained faithful to its roots. The strong brand DNA was
expressed in very different shapes, from the Grand Wagoneer four-wheel-drive wagons to the first modern SUV, the
Grand Cherokee -- new architectures that always remained Jeeps at the first sight."
"Maserati is Italian gran turismo, a combination of highperformance, old-time craftsmanship and a high degree of personalization. With the 1963 Quattroporte, Maserati created the first
sporty large sedan. The new Kubang large SUV concept follows this
seed, giving new shapes to Italian gran turismo."
"Ram means pickup and pickup is the biggest difference between the
U.S. and Europe. Historically, pickups are the No. 1 and No. 2 sellers in
the U.S., while in Europe they are just an oddity for someone who wants
to look completely different. Ram's tough design should transmit its
strength in load and towing capacity."
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Lorenzo Ramaciotti, Fiat/
Chrysler's new head of
global design
Fiat / Alfa Romeo Press Release
October 3rd
A new gasoline direct injection turbo engine for Alfa Romeo is to be developed in Italy for production
at the FMA plant in Pratola Serra beginning in early 2013.
Designed for both transversal and longitudinal applications, the new 4-cylinder engine will have a
displacement of 1.8 liters and maximum output of 300 hp, setting a new performance standard in its
category. It will also be compliant with future emissions standards in both Europe (Euro 6) and the
U.S. (Tier 2 Bin 5).
Made entirely of aluminum, the engine will incorporate the most advanced technological content,
including a 200-bar gasoline direct injection system, dual variable timing and a high-efficiency turbocharger.
The aluminum architecture, combined with the most innovative technologies, will offer power-toweight ratio, fuel efficiency, acoustic and vibrational comfort, and driving performance that are the
very best in its category and characteristic of Alfa Romeo engines.
“This is an extremely important step for Alfa Romeo, as we continue to reposition our brand and prepare it for global distribution. The United States remains our primary objective as we prepare for a
2013 introduction of our models,” added Harald J. Wester, Fiat‟s Chief Technology Officer and head
of the Alfa Romeo and Maserati Brands. “The dedication of Group-wide resources to develop specific
powertrain solutions for the specific needs of Alfa Romeo is a reflection of the renewed thrust we are
placing on the development of this brand. This is a first step in a series of initiatives to be implemented in the near future which will reconnect Alfa Romeo to its historical roots as a premium Italian
sports car brand.”
October Meeting WrapUp
The folks attending the October club meeting at Lombardis
were treated to a great tour of Italy, France, Germany, England, and more. Earl Krygier shared stories from his wanderings this past June and July.
Earl‟s photos captured both the scenery of the areas he traveled and the speed on the race tracks he visited. Attending
both the European Grand Prix at Valencia, Spain and the
British GP at Silverstone, Earl was able to get amazingly
close to the track, cars, and the likes of Vettel, Schumacher,
Hamilton, and more.
Most of us also fell in love with his friend Angie who
sounded like a patient and fun traveling companion. She
not only seemed like a great traveler, she also shares
Earl‟s interest in F1 and cars… sweet!
Earl shared images from the Ferrari Galleria, medieval
towns, and much more. His images were great, and
though he attributed that to his new camera, we know it
was the photographer. Thanks for the great show, Earl.
Alfa Romeo Classified Ads
For Sale: 1974 Spider Veloce Reduced Price $6500 OBO Complete mechanical restoration including all suspension - with poly bushings, Rugh sport springs, Bilstein shocks, adjustable upper front arm. Complete engine rebuild with Hannifer Stage 1 head work with new
race springs and 11mm cams, 10:1 pistons, Ingram HP Spica pump to match, Crane Cam
ignition, High voltage coil. Transmission rebuilt by Ingram, Diff upgraded to 4.10 for nice
cruising. Interior in decent shape with recent seat covers. New top. Gas tank cleaned and
sealed by Seattle radiator. Radio upgraded to Alpine 4 x 65 W with 4 coax speakers discreetly
mounted. This runs and drives better than new and is ready for a late summer cruise as it
sits. Eventually the new owner may want to address the body and paint as it is patina rich
but still looks good from 20 feet.
Call Greg at 206-890-2525 - located in Kirkland
For Sale: 1967 Duetto "project" $3,000 It's a very complete car that needs some work
but well worth what I'm asking. Nice original car was white now red, dash still white. Car really needs everything but is very straight, front and
rear bumpers intact, nice grille, original interior and top, engine compartent complete and original. Engine turns-over but old gas prevents
starting. Needs floors which I have purchased and will include. Also put decent used rotors up front and have new rears. Calipers re-built and in
box, also have re-built m/c, new brake pads -these parts worth about $1500.00 bucks alone. This is an early ATE brakes car, no head-ache
Dunlops! Located in Anacortes.
Call or e-mail Fred S. at 360 588 3811 or giuliasuper1967@aol.com
For Sale: 1987 SPIDER GRADUATE $8,500 Summertime fun-to-drive daily driver. Red with black
interior and new top. Looks great! 8+ overall. Stock with Wes Ingram engine. Runs great and starts
first try. Extras included. 55K miles. Always waxed, covered, and currently stored.
Call Tom at (206) 604-0079
For Sale: 1967 Alfa Romeo Duetto $12,500 Dark Blue
with maroon upholstery and carpet interior. Interior is new.
Brakes upgraded by Group 2. Original Dunlop brakes replaced and booster added. 12K on strong engine rebuilt by
Alfa of Tacoma. Transmission recently rebuilt by Group 2.
Top in new condition. New rust free floor pans. Excellent condition overall, fun to drive.
Call Keith at 360-480-2328 or keithwillson@msn.com
For Sale: 1974 GTV Red Restoration Project Car is complete, but in parts. Rust has been cut away and metal prepped, but not welded
yet. All pieces are there… hydraulics, electrical, engine, transmission, wheels, bumpers, glass, carpets, interior, trim, emblems, etc… There are
also extra parts… cams, differential, radiator, brakes, SPICA, etc. $6000 or best offer. Call Harry Wong at 206 329 3750.
Alfa Romeo Classified Ads
Parts For Sale:
2.5 Ltr V6 Motor / Transaxle from Milano Call Joe
Parts For Sale:
Four 15 inch Giulietta/Giulia wheels for sale. In good condition incl. hub clips. $150.00/set
Parts Wanted!!!
Parts Wanted!!!
Rear view mirror for 1968 1750 GTV.
1750 Berlina parts (e.g. seats, armrests)
253 549 6828
Philip at 604-240-0864
Jon Wright
206-459-2674
plinzey@shaw.ca
Contact Gary at gary.w.patitz@boeing.com
For Sale: 1976 Yellow Spider Make Offer Doesn't run currently, but does have plenty of extra parts and a few new parts like shocks and
sway bar. Stephanie Raupach 360-509-2993 .
For Sale: 1978 Alfetta GT parts car Runs well, Euro Headers, and more, but needs help.
Call Michael Patjens at: 253 531 5921
For Sale: 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider Quadrifoglio Silver
with hardtop plus new soft top. Power windows and mirrors,
AC, Nardi Classico wood steering wheel, Grey leather, 5Speed, Cromodora wheels, original warranty books, front bra,
matching numbers on the engine and transmission, 89,286
miles, and a custom wind cover for the passenger seat, custom carpet. Has a few door dings. Hasn‟t driven in 6 months
after one cylinder lost compression. I have replaced the tires,
oil pan (no leaks), engine mounts, and exhaust. Priced to
sell as I have already moved to San Francisco. Call Ted at 703 862 1820 and I can put you in touch with her caretaker in Seattle.
Listed on Craigslist: http://kpr.craigslist.org/cto/2627476799.html
For Sale: 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider $2500 (Kennewick, Wa)
Red w/Black Interior, 90,000 miles. Solid transmission and engine. Alignment is great from city to
highway speeds. Fun sporty car! E-mail sale-8t8jy-2627476799@craigslist.org
For Sale: (At Fantasy Junction) 1949 6c2500SS SWB
Serial no. s/n 915797 Dark blue with red leather interior.
Restored a few years back but aging well. The chrome
and aluminum trim is straight and complete. Glass, emblems, and lenses are all in good order. The interior is beautifully presented with the factory correct
gauges, knobs, and switches throughout. The trunk is restored to match complete with the matching
spare tire. The car sits on aluminum Borrani 17” wire wheels, date-coded April of 1954, with Firestone
tires. At the time of the restoration, a new tan canvas top was installed, with a matching boot. Call
2011 / 2012
Calendar of Events
Bold Type = NWARC Sponsored Event
Nov 8
Nov 12
Dec 3
Jan 2
Jan 10
TBD „12
Feb 26
TBD „12
TBD „12
May TBD
June 17-24
TBD „12
July TBD
July 19-22
July TBD
July 26-29
TBD „12
Sept 29,30
NWARC Club Meeting TBD
NWARC Novice School - Bremerton
NWARC Holiday Gala
NWARC Anti-Football Drive Anacortes
NWARC Club Meeting TBD
NWARC Go Kart Enduro?
NWARC Chili Cook Off Fred & Kathy‟s in Olympia
NWARC St Paddy‟s Day?
NWARC Spring Tour?
Tulip Rallye - Skagit Valley
AROC / ARCC National Convention - Toronto
NWARC Viva Italia Car Show
SOVREN PNW Historics
AROO Olympic Penninsula Tour
NWARC Hurricane Ridge Drive (Meet up with AROO)
Monte Shelton NW Classic Rally nwclassicrally.org
NWARC Half Fast Lap of Washington
Maryhill Hillclimb Alfa Featured Marque
Historical Tip of the Hat
Every time I see an Alfa Romeo pass by, I tip my hat. That quote has been
repeated numerous times. The Ford Archives deny any ability to verify the quote.
According to the author Griffith Borgeson, he says that during a 1988 interview of
Pierugo Gobbato, the son of the former Managing Director of Alfa Romeo, Ugo Gobbato, that it was said to Ugo during a 1939 meeting with Henry Ford in Dearborn,
Michigan. The correct quote was, “When I see an Alfa Romeo, I lift my hat.”
Henry Ford saw few Alfa Romeos but had seen an 8C2900 belonging to the Rockefellers.
Ugo Gobbato had amazing success creating efficient manufacturing facilities, and
had taken over Alfa Romeo when it was on the verge of closing in 1933. His methods lead to Vittorio Jano and Enzo Ferrari leaving Alfa. Ugo stayed at the helm,
supporting both Mussolini and German military command during WWII, thus is responsible for the plant‟s focus on military products which lead to the devastating
Allied bombings. Admittedly, whoever was in charge would have been forced to
tow the military line. After Italy was liberated, Gobbato was cleared by the People‟s
Court of the Italian Resistance of any criminal charges on April 27, 1945. The next
morning, while walking between his home and the Alfa factory, Ugo was assassinated by two gunmen who were never charged or convicted.

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