1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 Super Sprint Coupé Touring Superleggera
Owner: Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera Hosted by: Cad & The Dandy
Designed by Dr Orazio Satta Puliga, the 1900 was Alfa’s first car to use unitary construction and a twin-overhead-camshaft engine. Despite being a family car, it had serious sporting credentials, including wishbone and coil-spring independent front suspension and a well located live rear axle. The model’s potential was realised in two high-performance derivatives.
Launched in 1951, the short-wheelbase 1900C Sprint featured bodywork by Touring. The Sprint coupés became the basis for all future ‘aerodynamic’ Alfa Romeo coupés. In June 1954, the engine was enlarged to 1975cc, and the model was re-designated as the ‘Super Sprint’. With 115bhp and an excellent power-to-weight ratio due to its alloy body, these cars could top an impressive 115mph.
The 1900 excelled in competitions such as the Mille Miglia and Targa Florio, becoming one of Alfa Romeo’s most successful cars. This particular example won Best in Show at the 2022 Chantilly Arts & Elegance concours d’elegance.
Power: 115bhp | Top speed: 115mph | 0-60mph: N/A
Cad & The Dandy
Founded in 2008 by James Sleater and Ian Meiers, Cad & the Dandy is defined by its founders' unwavering passion for tailoring and a shared desire to see the suit restored to life outside the corporate boardroom. A combination of modern styling and Savile Row tradition has led to the success of Cad & the Dandy, which is now a global brand with shops in London, New York, and Stockholm. Cad has an uncompromising approach to craft and hand skills, with a house style more fitted and elegant than traditional Savile Row.