Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa - 1968
Estimated : € 250.000 - 300.000
Sold for € 212.750
RM Sotheby's
Place Vauban
Parijs - Paris
Frankrijk - France
February 2018
Following the Palace Revolt in 1961, Bizzarrini left Ferrari and eventually set up on his own in 1966, producing the 5300 Strada and P538 sports racer. However, Bizzarrini also sought to produce a more affordable sports car, resulting in the 1900 GT Europa in 1967.
Unlike the 1900 Europa’s older brother, which was powered by a Chevrolet V8, the smaller Bizzarrini drew its power from the robust 1900-cc Opel engine, developing 110 bhp and mounted amidship between the front axle and the driver. Weighing just 650 kg (thanks to the use of fiberglass for its body) and boasting independent suspension, a limited-slip differential and four-wheel disc brakes, the Europa was a potent prospect. It is believed that just 12 were built.
Sold to Giorgio Giordanengo after the factory closure, the car was fitted with an Alfa Romeo engine and five-speed gearbox in its early life but was later fitted with a proper Opel engine. Giordanengo kept the car for 25 years before selling it to Paul Kawan of Belgium. Currently with a subsequent Belgian owner, it is offered for sale with a number of invoices, highlighting the ongoing maintenance this car has received in recent years.
Bizzarrinis are rare cars indeed, with the 1900 GT Europa rarer still. This Europa represents an infrequent opportunity to acquire a sleek GT from one of the masters of car design.
Bizzarrini 1900 GT Europa - 1968
Estimated : € 250.000 - 300.000
Sold for € 212.750
RM Sotheby's
Place Vauban
Parijs - Paris
Frankrijk - France
February 2018
Following the Palace Revolt in 1961, Bizzarrini left Ferrari and eventually set up on his own in 1966, producing the 5300 Strada and P538 sports racer. However, Bizzarrini also sought to produce a more affordable sports car, resulting in the 1900 GT Europa in 1967.
Unlike the 1900 Europa’s older brother, which was powered by a Chevrolet V8, the smaller Bizzarrini drew its power from the robust 1900-cc Opel engine, developing 110 bhp and mounted amidship between the front axle and the driver. Weighing just 650 kg (thanks to the use of fiberglass for its body) and boasting independent suspension, a limited-slip differential and four-wheel disc brakes, the Europa was a potent prospect. It is believed that just 12 were built.
Sold to Giorgio Giordanengo after the factory closure, the car was fitted with an Alfa Romeo engine and five-speed gearbox in its early life but was later fitted with a proper Opel engine. Giordanengo kept the car for 25 years before selling it to Paul Kawan of Belgium. Currently with a subsequent Belgian owner, it is offered for sale with a number of invoices, highlighting the ongoing maintenance this car has received in recent years.
Bizzarrinis are rare cars indeed, with the 1900 GT Europa rarer still. This Europa represents an infrequent opportunity to acquire a sleek GT from one of the masters of car design.