Description
Alpine A110 1300 Berlinette | 1971
Highlights:
– 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, upgraded to approximately 120 hp, 5-speed manual transmission
– Fitted with a Weber 45 carburettor and uprated front brakes
– Purchased from the first owner
– Halda Tripmaster and Devil sports exhaust
– Appraised in class 2 condition
The seller offers for sale this 1971 Alpine A110 1300 Berlinette, powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. This example was purchased from its first owner and is presented in good condition throughout. The engine has been upgraded with a Weber 45 carburettor and a modified block producing approximately 120 hp instead of the standard 85 hp, while larger front brakes and the five-speed gearbox further enhance the driving experience. Period-correct details include a Halda Tripmaster, the instrument made famous by rally navigation, and a Devil sports exhaust in the factory-original style. According to the seller, the car has been professionally appraised and rated in class 2 condition.
The A110 Berlinette is the car that defined Alpine. Introduced in 1962 by Jean Rédélé’s company in Dieppe, it combined a lightweight glassfibre body over a steel backbone chassis with rear-mounted Renault-derived engines, resulting in a featherweight sports car of exceptional agility. Throughout the 1960s and early 1970s the A110 grew into one of the most successful rally cars of its era, culminating in outright victory in the inaugural World Rally Championship for manufacturers in 1973. The Berlinette’s low, curvaceous silhouette has since become an icon of French motorsport history, so much so that Alpine revived both the name and the design language for its modern A110.
The 1300 versions are particularly appreciated for their rev-happy character and the purity of the driving experience, offering the classic A110 formula in its most accessible form, and upgraded engines in period rally specification only add to the appeal. Genuine Berlinettes have become highly sought-after collector’s items across Europe, with values reflecting their motorsport pedigree and rarity. This example, with its performance upgrades and long-term ownership history, represents an appealing opportunity to acquire one of the most celebrated French sports cars of all time.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
