Alfa Romeo 105 (1962–1978)

The Alfa Romeo Giulia 105 series is one of the most significant Italian cars ever made. Launched in 1962, the Giulia Ti saloon was followed by the gorgeous Bertone-designed Giulia Sprint GT coupe in 1963 — a car that defined the sporting coupe formula for a generation. The twin-cam engine, developed by Giuseppe Busso, is one of the great classic engines — light, free-revving, characterful and tuneable. The 105 series encompasses the Giulia Ti, Super and 1300 saloons, the GT, GTC, GTV and 1300 GT Junior coupes, the Spider and the homologation-special GTAm. Driving a well-sorted Giulia GT or GTV is a revelation — the steering, gearchange and engine character combine to create an experience few modern cars can match. Rust and corrosion are universal concerns.

Available body styles: Saloon, Coupe, Spider. Produced from 1962 to 1978.

What to check before buying

Based on 4 reported fault cases, the most important pre-purchase checks for the 105 are:

• Alfa Romeo 105 water pump failure — bearing noise ✅ Known fix available
• Alfa Romeo Giulia 105 twin-cam oil leak from front cover ✅ Known fix available
• Alfa Giulia 105 Dellorto/Weber carburettor flooding ✅ Known fix available
• Alfa Romeo Giulia 105 rust in sills and floor

Is the 105 reliable?

Of the 4 fault cases recorded for the Alfa Romeo 105 on MyCarFault, 75% have a verified fix. Regular maintenance, correct service intervals and addressing known weak points early significantly extends the life of these vehicles.