The Alfasud - Italy's "Car of the decade" that ruined Alfa Romeo

The Alfasud was a revelation when it stunned crowds at the 1971 Turin Motor Show, upstaging the Lamborghini Countach. The low bonnet line, new shape, and when reviews got their hands on it, the excellent handling and lively yet economical engine seemed like the perfect package. Alfa Romeo was set for success in the 1970s. So why did the Alfasud help drive Alfa Romeo to bankruptcy in 1986, and why, despite selling getting on a million cars, are they so rare to see on the road today?

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https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stabilimento_Alfa_Romeo_di_Pomigliano_d%27Arco
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http://www.sprint6c.com/about
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