Introduced at the 1970 Geneva Motor Show, the Alfa Romeo Montreal was a sleek 2+2 front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe designed by Marcello Gandini of Bertone. Derived from the exotic Tipo 33 Stradale, the Montreal’s 2.6-liter, quad-cam V-8 with Spica mechanical fuel injection and dry sump lubrication was mated to a five-speed ZF manual gearbox.

Never officially sold in North America when new, this 1973 Montreal is one of 3,925 units built by Alfa Romeo from 1970 to 1977. Finished in Rosso (Red) over a Nero (Black) vinyl and cloth interior and fitted with desirable factory air-conditioning, it was sold new in Palermo, Italy, on September 19, 1973, according to its Alfa Romeo Certificato di Origine and copies of ACI documents on file. After a succession of Italian owners, the Alfa Romeo was sold in 2016 by Aquarama Boats & Cars of Perugia, Italy, to Florida-based collector Leo Schigiel. A 2017 invoice on file details cosmetic attention the Montreal received from specialist Carrozzeria Rizza in Rome.

During Curtis Leaverton’s ownership, suspension and braking components by Alfaholics were installed – a job that was never fully completed, meaning the Montreal will require further attention before road use. It was also noted at this time that the steering box will require mechanical attention. This attractive Alfa Romeo Montreal is accompanied by documentation, including historical registration and importation paperwork.