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I know it’s an Alfa Romeo…. It’s silver and it’s well spacey and I want it. But what is it?

Sometime later…

I think it’s one of these: Alfa Romeo Montreal (1970-77) “Designed by Bertone, the car’s prototype was launched in 1967 at the Universal Exhibition in Montreal (hence the name) marking the Centenary of the Canadian Federation, as the model that was to be one step ahead of the technical progress of the time. In 1970 Alfa Romeo started mass production of the idea first seen in Montreal and presented it the same year at the Geneva Motor Show. The result was a car of high class and prestige, capable of competition-level performance, but with engine and mechanical characteristics such as to make it practical for everyday city driving. The 8-cylinder V engine was derived from the 33, with Spica mechanical injection, and could deliver 200 bhp, reaching a top speed of over 220 Km/hr. The Montreal’s passenger cabin was refined and elegant, fitted with functional seats, controls within easy reach, and anti-glare instrumentation. The original body was characterised by convex aerodynamic lines, with a flat bonnet and front lights framed by grills, a cut-off tail and bumpers moulded into the line of the body. Performance, safety and comfort were the qualities making the Montreal one of the most highly appreciated luxury sports cars.”