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Some cars don’t just travel through time—they master it. 🇬🇧🇮🇹

Behind the historic British registration DXV 369 and stamped onto the legendary chassis 8513005 lies one of the most glorious chapters in automotive history: a breathtaking 1930 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport.

Born in Milan from the genius of Vittorio Jano and originally registered by the London County Council, this engineering masterpiece carries the pure DNA of the world’s most beautiful race: the Mille Miglia.

Back in 1930, the 6C 1750 GS model made history by claiming a legendary 1-2-3 finish, with Tazio Nuvolari famously averaging over 100 km/h for the first time ever (the legendary night he turned off his headlights to ambush Varzi).

Today, chassis 8513005 keeps that exact legend alive. It continues to conquer the asphalt of the modern Freccia Rossa re-enactments, bringing its bespoke coachwork and supercharged roar back to the Italian crowds.

A piece of moving art that proves, nearly a century later, that true classics don’t age—they race.

⚙️ TECH SPECS (Chassis 8513005):

• Engine: 1,752 cc inline 6-cylinder
• Valvetrain: Twin overhead camshafts (DOHC)
• Aspiration: Roots-type supercharger (Compressore)
• Power Output: ~85 hp @ 4,500 rpm
• Weight: Approx. 840 kg
• Top Speed: Over 170 km/h (105 mph)

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