De Alfa Romeo 75 Indy is a special appearance in the world of youngtimers. Renzo Pescatore, a young car enthusiast of 20 years, is the proud owner of this unique model. His enthusiasm and passion for Alfa Romeo shines through in every aspect of his story.
First impression of the Alfa Romeo 75 Indy. A pure driving machine
The first introduction to the Alfa Romeo 75 Indy is telling: a car that offers pure driving experience with an extra touch of Italian flair. The design, with its angular lines and characteristic triangular grille, arouses admiration and enthusiasm in everyone who sees it. For Renzo, discovering this car was the culmination of a long search for a classic Italian beauty.
Alfa Romeo 75 Indy, Italian beauty with history
De Alfa Romeo 75, launched in 1985, was the last car to be completely Alfa Romeo was designed before the brand was acquired by Fiat. The model was named in honor of the brand's 75th anniversary and was known for its rear-wheel drive, balanced weight distribution (almost 50:50 thanks to the transaxle configuration) and innovative engineering. The 75 Indy, a rare special edition, was produced in limited numbers in the 90s and combines sportiness with exclusivity.
Under the hood of the 75 Indy is usually a 1,8 liter Twin Spark engine, a technological tour de force from Alfa Romeo with double spark plugs per cylinder for improved performance and efficiency. This engine produces approximately 120 hp and gives the car not only a lively character, but also that recognizable Alfa-sound that enthusiasts dream of.
A family of Alfaenthusiasts
The passion for Alfa Romeo is a common thread running through Renzo's family. A family gathering quickly feels like a Alfa Romeo club meeting. The love for the brand is shared for generations.
The passion for Alfa Romeo has deep roots in Renzo's family. His grandmother drives a Alfa 147, a car that combines modern comfort with a touch of classic elegance. Every ride in her car reflects the rich history of the brand. His father is the proud owner of a Alfa GTV 916, a sporty coupe that effortlessly combines power and style. For Renzo, this car has been a source of inspiration since he was a child.
Renzo's uncle adds an extra dimension to the family passion with his collection. He owns not one, but two Alfa 33 Wagons, cars that are practical yet typical Alfa In addition, an iconic Bertone 'letterbox', a beloved model from the 60s, adorns his garage. Renzo's aunt also contributes: her Alfa Giulietta is a modern interpretation of the timeless Alfa-design.
Together the family forms a colorful collection of Alfa's, each with their own character and story. Renzo says: “The famous triangular grille is visible everywhere in our family. Sharing this passion makes our bond even stronger.”
In addition to his 75 Indy, Renzo also owns a project car, a Alfa 155, which is awaiting restoration. He says: “The famous triangular grille is visible everywhere in our family. We all share the same passion and that makes it extra special.”
Times change
De Alfa Romeo 75 comes from a time when elegance and functional lines went hand in hand. Renzo notes that it is rare to see such distinctive designs in the automotive world these days. Perhaps that is why the interest in youngtimers and classics is still growing. The 75, with its unique rear-wheel drive and refined technology, has almost disappeared from the streets, but certainly not from the hearts of enthusiasts like Renzo.
Cool car with patina
For a student like Renzo the budget is limited, and a complete restoration of the Alfa is not possible for the time being. The paint has built up some patina, but that does not detract from the driving pleasure. “It is simply incredibly nice to drive it,” he says.
De Alfa Romeo 75 Indy is a symbol of an era of bold design and innovative engineering. It is a car that has not only stood the test of time, but also leaves a lasting impression on everyone who meets it. For Renzo, it is more than a car – it is a passion, a lifestyle and part of his identity.
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A 1.8 ie Twinspark does not exist... the 1.8ie 120hp is a nice and fairly economical block, I drove an Epoca myself for 10 years
Otherwise nice article!
I agree with this; that time will never come back.
But how to “restore” a 155, damage?? I have driven tons with it, on LPG, petrol etc., but never seen one rust, in fact, it was precisely the German and Japanese cars that rotted the fastest in the “1s!
Lovely cars. I've had two; about 30 years ago a creamy white 1.8 with carburetors and a strange wool-like tickle upholstery and around the millennium change a black 2.0ts with lovely velour upholstery. I wouldn't call them fast but they drove wonderfully. You had to shift with a bit of feeling because of the transaxle and all the connections between the gearbox and the stick.
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Alfa 75 Indy together with Imola a car that was reviled at the time. It certainly had to be a TS or a V6 if necessary a 2.0 carbs. Now they have become popular and nice that he has found an enthusiast and good that he is a young guy. The 75 is a super nice car that delivers a lot of driving pleasure with whatever engine. I often think back to my 75 TS that I drove as a hobby car for 7 years. Nice time and drove many trips at home and abroad.