🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Alfa Romeo

Model:

Montreal

Year:

1972

Market:

Global

Chassis Code:

Type 105.50

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Car owners with basic mechanical skills, independent auto service professionals, and enthusiasts

Features:

Vehicle-specific, accurate, clear, concise text, diagrams, illustrations, wiring schematics, specifications, step-by-step instructions

Savings:

Potential to save hundreds or thousands of dollars on repairs and maintenance

Competitors Era:

Ferrari Dino, Jaguar E-Type, Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Lamborghini Urraco

📋 Manual Details

Coverage:

Full Service and Repair Instructions

Type:

Service Repair Workshop Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF

Device Compatibility:

Viewable on PC, Mac, many phones, and ebook readers (e.g., Kindle).

Printability:

Yes, all pages printable

Estimated Page Count:

Not explicitly stated, but described as 'full' and 'complete', indicating a substantial volume.

📖 Manual Coverage

Covered Systems:

General Information, Engine Mechanical, Engine Electrical, Emission Control, Fuel System, Clutch System, Manual Transaxle, Automatic Transaxle, Driveshaft & Axle, Suspension System, Steering System, Restraint System, Brake System, Body (Interior & Exterior), Body Electrical System, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Wiring Schematics:

Included wiring schematics for comprehensive electrical diagnosis.

Diagrams Illustrations:

Includes diagrams and illustrations to aid in understanding repairs.

Included Procedures:

Step-by-step instructions for repair, troubleshooting, diagnosis, maintenance, and servicing

Tune Up Procedures:

Detailed tune-up procedures, including ignition timing, fuel mixture adjustments.

Rebuild Procedures:

Covers complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures.

Depth:

Comprehensive, covering procedures equivalent to authorized dealer service departments

Diagnostic Procedures:

Includes troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures for all covered systems.

📊 Manual Specifications

Software Requirements:

Adobe PDF Reader

Searchability:

Likely searchable text within the PDF format.

Operating Systems:

All Versions of Windows and Mac

Download Speed:

Speed Download

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

V8 (Dual Overhead Camshaft - DOHC)

Engine Displacement:

3.0 Liters (2998 cc)

Horsepower:

Approx. 200 hp (DIN) @ 6,000 rpm (Varies by market and tuning)

Torque:

Approx. 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm (Varies by market and tuning)

Engine Acceleration:

0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) in approximately 7.4 seconds (manual transmission).

Fuel Delivery:

Fuel Injection (Bosch D-Jetronic)

Ignition Type:

Electronic Ignition (Bosch)

Cooling Type:

Water-Cooled

Engine Configuration:

90-degree V8

Cylinder Head:

Aluminum Alloy

Engine Block:

Aluminum Alloy

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

5-Speed Manual Transaxle

Optional Transmission:

3-Speed Automatic Transaxle

Transaxle Design:

Rear-wheel drive with integrated transaxle (transmission and differential)

Gear Ratios:

Detailed gear ratios provided in manual for both transmission types.

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

2,350 mm (92.5 in)

Length:

4,170 mm (164.2 in)

Width:

1,700 mm (66.9 in)

Height:

1,130 mm (44.5 in)

Front Track:

Refer to manual for specific measurement.

Rear Track:

Refer to manual for specific measurement.

Curb Weight:

Approx. 1,200 kg (2,645 lbs) (Varies with equipment)

Gvw:

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating - Refer to manual for specific value.

Towing Capacity:

Not applicable for this sport coupe.

🛡️ Safety Features

Seat Belts:

Standard front seat belts

Body Construction:

Integral body-chassis construction for rigidity

Braking System Type:

Four-wheel disc brakes

Parking Brake:

Mechanical parking brake acting on rear wheels.

💡 Technology Features

Radio:

Optional period-correct radio

HVAC System:

Manual heating and ventilation, optional air conditioning

Braking Assistance:

Power assisted brakes

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Refer to manual for specific intervals (typically 5,000-7,500 km or 6-12 months)

Engine Oil Specification:

Refer to manual (e.g., SAE 20W-50 or equivalent API SF/SG rated oil)

Coolant Specification:

Refer to manual (e.g., Ethylene Glycol based coolant with anti-corrosion additives)

Brake Fluid Specification:

Refer to manual (e.g., DOT 3 or DOT 4)

Transmission Fluid Type:

Refer to manual (e.g., GL-4 gear oil for manual, ATF for automatic)

Differential Fluid Type:

Refer to manual (e.g., Hypoid gear oil SAE 90)

Engine Oil Capacity:

Refer to manual (typically around 6-7 liters/quarts with filter)

Common Issues:

Spica fuel injection system calibration, electrical system gremlins, rust in common Alfa Romeo areas, potential for cam timing adjustments

Carburetion System:

Although fuel injected, manual covers fuel system adjustments and maintenance.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Origin:

Italy

Design Era:

Early 1970s Italian GT era

Model Origin:

Concept car shown at the 1967 Montreal World's Fair.

Production Period:

1970-1977

Production Volume:

Approx. 524 units

Designer:

Bertone (Marcello Gandini)