re: ES30/SZ's in the US

[Joe Elliott <jee@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

It's my understanding that all ES30 SZ's came from the factory with a 
catalytic converter and essentially "US-spec" engine management, even 
though they came out in '89 and ultimately were never sold here, and 
we didn't see Motronic on an Alfa in the USA until '90 and not on a 
V6 until '91.

I've often thought that an SZ would make a perfect candidate for the 
relatively new "Show & display" import rules, although Eric's 
approach wouldn't leave you that annoying 2500mi/year limit.

Joe Elliott
'82 GTV-6

At 2:55 AM +0000 8/6/03, alfa-digest wrote:

> Date: Tue, 05 Aug 2003 19:42:15 -0400
> From: Eric Storhok <alfa@domain.elided>
> Subject: ES30/SZ's in the US
>
> Damian asks about the modern SZ/ES30 in the states.
>
> While I don't know of any, it may not be that hard to import one.  I'll
> have to forward the links I have for the DOT and EPA concerning importing
> cars.  But I've thought about it a few times, thinking of which modern Alfa
> could possibly be brought into the US.
>
> Of the non- imported Alfas from the 80's on, I think the ES30 would be
> among the easiest.  By reading the rules, I've concluded that if I make it
> essentially the same as a Milano Verde, you should be all set- so install
> the catalyst system from a Verde, and then mention that it is exactly the
> same platform for crash, and you might be all set.
>
> I'll try to remember to send the links home, as I have them at work.  Lots
> of paperwork, and you might have to use a broker.  But since the cars are
> somewhat obscure and significantly similar to an already approved car, it
> might go smoothly.
>
> Cool cars- I saw one at an AutoItalia event at Goodwood.  Oh, my gosh, what
> a musical engine!
>
> Eric Storhok
> Ann Arbor, MI
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