1,975cc DOHC Inline 4-Cylinder Engine Twin Solex Carburetors 115bhp at 5,500rpm 4-Speed Manual Transmission 4-Wheel Independent Coil Spring Suspension 4-Wheel Hydraulic Alfin Drum Brakes *Delivered new to Chicago *Nicely presented example *Stylish Touring Superleggera alloy 5-window Coupe coachwork *Eligible for prominent pre-1958 driving events THE ALFA ROMEO 1900 Its factory devastated by wartime bombing, Alfa Romeo did not resume car production until 1947, the pre-war 2500C serving the Milan marque in good stead until 1952.

The firm's first all-new offering of the post-war period arrived in 1950.

Designed by Dr.

Orazio Satta Puliga and intended for volume production, the 1900 was the first Alfa to employ unitary construction and - in keeping with the company's sporting heritage - was powered by a twin-overhead-camshaft engine.

Although ostensibly a humble family conveyance, the 1900 was endowed with sporting credentials which extended beyond its power unit, owners enjoying the b...