1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia Super Nuova: The Sport Sedan That Dared to Be Different
Jamie Ong
Not your average Sunday show-and-shine queen, the 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia Super Nuova is a right-hand-drive, Giallo Ocra-bathed slice of pure Italian rebellion, wrapped in a four-door body that defies convention.
This isn’t a car built for safe resale or suburban conformity. It’s lean, boxy, and aerodynamic - a shape that challenged even the German engineers in their wind tunnels decades ago. Long before the M3 or C63 took their place in the sports sedan hierarchy, the Giulia made sedans sexy and thrilling. The Giulia was the first sedan shaped by wind tunnel testing, and it wears that with square-shouldered confidence.
This particular example is the result of a nut-and-bolt, obsessive restoration - no fake patina, no resto-mod gimmicks - just a mechanical resurrection that respects Alfa’s racing soul and heritage.
Why the Giulia Super Nuova Still Hits Hard
The Giulia was never meant to blend in. Conceived in 1962 under Orazio Satta Puliga, it was a sedan with the soul of a race car - a concept that sedans could be spirited and engaging. The Super Nuova, launched in the early ‘70s, was the final evolution of that vision: sharper, more refined, yet still uncompromisingly sporty.
Despite its polished look, it remained a street weapon under the skin - quick, agile, and full of character. It outpaced pricier cars with fewer doors and, today, it delivers a driving experience that modern sports sedans only simulate with artificial modes and sound effects.
The Hardware: All Heart, No Hype
Under the hood sits Alfa’s 1.6L DOHC four-cylinder engine, producing 102 hp in a car weighing just over 1,000 kg. This isn’t about brute power - it’s about rev-happy personality, razor-sharp throttle response, and a thrilling howl at 6,000 rpm.
Paired with a rebuilt 5-speed manual transmission, the shifts are tight and metallic - like a rifle-bolt meets fine wine. The steering is raw and direct; the suspension, completely refreshed, gives feedback Porsche owners dream of.
This car demands driver engagement and rewards precision - it’s a partnership, not just a drive.
Giallo Ocra: The Loudest Flex
The Giallo Ocra paint is unapologetically loud, evoking the energy of Milan in 1973. Paired with black steel wheels, a low stance, and clean lines, this car doesn’t try to blend in - it dares you to notice
The Giulia was one of the first sedans to be tested in a wind tunnel, which explains the boxy yet aerodynamic silhouette that still surprises today. Inside, the cabin remains authentic and stripped back - original seats, factory dash, period-correct gauges - a time capsule of 1973 without artificial enhancements.
Collector Value: Rising Fast
Collectors and enthusiasts are finally catching up to the Giulia’s enduring charm. Hagerty’s Valuation Guide shows values for concours-level Giulias shows a positive trend over the past decade, especially in Europe and Asia where the Alfisti faithful run deep.
This particular car is a rare unicorn - a right-hand-drive, Giallo Ocra, fully restored Super Nuova with matching mechanicals and verified engine internals. It’s not just about rarity; it’s about owning a car that still drives like a true Alfa. For particularly for well-maintained and rare examples such as this one, expect to see a notable appreciation.
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Because it’s sorted, rare, and unapologetically raw. Because it’s the kind of car you don’t just buy - you curate.
This 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia Super Nuova isn’t a car to sit in a garage - it’s a car to be driven hard and loved deeply. Move fast as cars like this disappear quickly, and so do the feeling they give.
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