Alfa Romeo Alfasud

In this book, Alfasud enthusiast Nigel Brown describes the development of Alfa Romeo’s first mass-produced car from concept to design under a highly skilled design team led by engineer Rudolf Huska. The result was a technical package that maximised performance, handling and space in an attractive body designed by Giorgetto Giugiario. The book also covers the purpose-built factory in the south of Italy and the industrial relations and politics that would tarnish the reputation of Alfa Romeo. The author re-examines the evidence behind the claims of poor build quality and rust problems that were to bedevil Alfasud production and asks if it was any worse than other cars of the period. The book covers the hatchback, saloon, coupe and estate versions, as well as concepts and other derivatives. With its exceptional handling, the Alfasud was successful in racing and the author discusses its achievements. Accompanied by archive and colour photographs, this is a concise but complete guide to a seventies classic.