THE TUBOLARE ZAGATO Introduced at the 1962 Turin Salon, the Alfa Romeo Tubolare Zagato, or TZ, was built on a lightweight rigid tube frame that prompted the model’s name.

Envisioned as a racing successor to the Giulietta Sprint Zagato, the TZ featured lightweight, aerodynamic aluminum coachwork by Zagato with covered headlamps and a fastback Kamm tail.

Mechanically, the 105 Series running gear was upgraded with stiffer springs and a fully independent rear suspension, while a taller fifth gear, limited-slip differential, and inboard rear disc brakes contributed to superior performance.

The Giulia engine was mounted at a 20-degree angle, requiring a specially-cast intake manifold and sump.

Naturally aspirated with Weber carburetors, the motor developed 112 horsepower in street specification and 170 horsepower in racing tune, sufficient to rocket the car to an impressive top speed of 133 mph.

Lorenzo Bandini piloted one of the earliest examples to a class win during the TZ’s racing d...