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Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 GTC Castagna

The Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 was the car which drove the firm Alfa Romeo to the Olympus of sport products. This Vittorio Jano’s lucky design allowed the Alfa Romeo to win the 1928, 1929 and 1930 editions of the Mille Miglia race. The 6C 1750 GTC is the last evolution of this sport car but with an elegant tourist look; this model was the request of a refined élite of connoisseurs able to understand the tourist potential of the engine provided with a compressor. The step was prolonged of 6 cm compared to the previous series, the gear lever and the front axle were the same of the model 8C 2300. The brakes were increased. Pinin Farina, the Touring and Castagna, among the others, created for GTC some of the most beautiful Italian bodies of those days.

Vehicle Overview

The Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 GTC Castagna stands as a captivating testament to automotive artistry, skillfully crafted by the renowned Carrozzeria Castagna Milano. This four-wheeled masterpiece seamlessly blends engineering prowess with aesthetic finesse. Notably, the capote and luggage rack draw attention, showcasing meticulous attention to detail. What truly sets this Alfa Romeo apart is its unique pearl-colored varnish, a blend of pearl-color dust varnish and crumbled shells. The result is a lustrous finish that adds an ethereal quality to the car’s exterior, elevating it beyond mere transportation to a work of art on wheels. The accolades earned by this automotive gem are as illustrious as its design. In 2001, it clinched the prestigious “Prix d’Elégance” at the International exposition “Louis Vuitton Classic,” a testament to its timeless elegance and sophistication. Today, the Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 GTC Castagna holds a revered place in the Museo Nicolis Collection, preserving its legacy for enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike to admire and appreciate the intersection of automotive engineering and artistic expression.

Photo courtesy of Museo Nicolis.

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