Keith Booker has owned Alfa Romeos since 1979, and has enjoyed his 1972 GT 1600 Junior since 1986; he also ran a Giulia Super for 12 years. Keith has been an AROC UK member since 1982, and served as a director of the Club. A bank manager by profession, Keith is now retired and able to devote more time to his wife and family and a wide range of interests that include following his enduring passion for historic motor racing, especially when Alfa Romeos are participating. He has contributed articles and photographs to publications in the UK, Italy and the USA and has written Essential Buyer’s Guides for the Alfa Romeo Giulia GT Coupé and also the Giulia Spider (with Jim Talbott). Keith has been elected to the Guild of Motoring Writers. Jim Talbott is the Events Co-ordinator for the Alfa Romeo Owners Club and has served on the club's National Committee for 13 years. An owner of Alfas since 1972, he has a keen interest in motorsports, particularly historics and touring cars.
Introduction: Is it really the right car for you?
Marriage guidance
Cost considerations - Affordable? Or a money pit?
Living with a Spider, will it fit your lifestyle?
Before you view - Be well informed
Inspection equipment
15 minute evaluation - walk away or stay?
Serious evaluation (60 minutes)
Auctions
Paperwork
What's it worth?
Do you really want to restore?
Paint problems - touch up or respray?
Problems with cars that have been underused/stored
The community
Vital statistics
Index
