This 1971 Alfa Montreal (chassis AR1425234) is said to be an all original, unmodified survivor, and looks good in factory red/black. We saw the car in person at the Mecum Monterey sale last august, where it didn’t meet reserve at $35k (result link). Paint is said to be mostly factory and looks good, though as the listing points out there a few small cracks and other imperfections. Find it here on eBay in Alameda, California with a $59,995 starting bid.

There is an interesting thread located here on the AlfaBB including some people who know the car. Panels look straight and solid, though the seller doesn’t specifically mention rust. We spotted what appears to be some non-structural corrosion underneath the trunk on the spare wheel well, but there’s always potential for more and an on-lift inspection would be ideal. One AlfaBB commentor notes that the blue and red wheel center emblems should be black and silver, and another notes that the modern black wipers are incorrect as well—both easy fixes.

The interior looks quite decent with an uncracked dash, good door cards and nice upholstery, but like the exterior a few areas could benefit from detailing. Small holes on either seat’s outer bolsters are a bit odd, as are a seemingly deleted hazard flasher button. The seller incorrectly identifies the wood-rimmed steering wheel as a rare option, when in fact they were standard fit for all Montreals. Carpet is also incorrect, but we’re mostly nitpicking. Gauges are said to be fully functional, and the 48,900 shown on the odometer is thought to be correct.

Maintenance records aren’t detailed, but the car is said to run, shift, steer, and brake well, though the seller suggests the lines could stand to be bled. It’s frustrating to read it will need a new battery, as we wouldn’t think of selling a $10,000 car without a replacement let alone one whose starting price is six times that amount. Though an early 1971 model, the car is titled as a 1967, the seller citing old import laws necessitating paperwork backdating— we’d definitely look deeper into that before committing to a bid.

Though not in the same league as the cars cited within the ad that have recently changed hands for six figures, it doesn’t appear to be a hapless beater either, and despite its issues, this one may qualify as good buy depending on how bids go.