Alfa Romeo GT Junior 1300 Scalino

The step in the bonnet is more than a styling flourish. It marks the moment when Alfa Romeo was still prioritising the technical, functional solutions of competition cars. Set against the Juniors that arrived from 1969, the 1966 car looks noticeably different: the nose is the most distinctive element, with a narrower, more recessed grille and the characteristic step, where later models flattened the line into a more modern face. The earliest Juniors also stayed visually closer to the racing cars, which gives them a more premium look despite being the entry-level version of the range.

Materials and finish follow the same logic - the early car is more faithful to the sporting spirit of the marque, while later versions became more comfortable and more oriented towards daily use, with better ergonomics and more equipment. Mechanically the Scalino runs the 1.3-litre twin-overhead-camshaft engine that is one of Alfa Romeo's signatures. The basic architecture stayed fairly consistent over the years, but the Scalino is often considered the purer car in its response and in the driving experience it offers.

There is also a difference in how the car sits historically. The 1966 Scalino is seen today as the transition between the more powerful GTs and the Junior line that followed, and that combination of classic design, more hand-built construction and a direct link to the competition versions is what collectors value. Three things set it apart from the other GT Juniors: the stepped front-end design, the greater use of classic metal detailing, and a rawer, more authentic driving experience.

Vehicle Data:

• Year: 1966
• Mileage: 39,000 km
• Engine: 88 hp / 1,290 cc twin-cam four
• Transmission: Manual
• Body: Coupe, 4 seats
• Exterior: White
• Origin: Imported