Alpine A110: One Year Ownership Review
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Alpine A110: One Year Ownership Review

By amanico · Nov 10, 2021 · 73 replies
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Amanico's one-year retrospective on his Alpine A110 offers a compelling look into the ownership experience of this unique sports car. His journey, marked by extensive road trips and planned performance upgrades, provides valuable insights for enthusiasts considering the A110 or those interested in personalizing their driving machines. This article highlights amanico's dedication to both enjoying and enhancing his vehicle, making it a true 'smile machine' as he describes.

My first year with the Alpine A 110 has just ended and I am starting the second year. All good, only pleasure, a true smile machine. 

My Alpine as I received it: 



The second year will be dedicated to some more improvements ( new exchanger, sports cat, remapping, new, bigger and lighter brakes, bigger tires, and a few other changes I am currently working on ). Let's say that for the moment, I am half way. 

I had a 2000 kilometers road trip, last summer, with the daughter, and some more roaring adventures in Normandy with friends. 

With the daughter in Auvergne: 














Near Limoges: 







Near Fontainebleau: 


And in Normandy: 









We also lived some experiences and tests on the track. Serious things will start when all the improvements are done. 


The exciting thing is that I could test other Alpines to measure my own changes. I could gather some informations here and there and measure all the changes I had and will have. 

Julie's one: 













Her husband Damien's A110 S: 











And one I couldn't test, but which is prepared by the same Alpine Workshop than mine... Its owner gained a bit less than 100 Kilos, with carbon everywhere outside and inside ( door panels, for example ) and super light wheels ( not pictures here ) and suspensions / brakes... Credit pictures: AM Performance who is in charge of the remapping: 







I will not go as far as he did, for a budget reason, mainly, but I took some inspiration from him, I must confess. And I gave some ideas, too. As for watches, the pleasure is also in sharing ideas.

Anyway, let's say that no other car could give so much pleasure. 

A keeper, definitely, for me. 

Best,

Nicolas

About the Alpine Ref. A110

The A110 reference represents a specific offering within the Alpine product line, known for its distinct design characteristics and manufacturing period. This model is recognized by collectors for its particular aesthetic, which sets it apart from other references in the brand's history. Its production run concluded in the late 1970s, marking it as a piece from a defined era of the manufacturer.

Details regarding the case material, dimensions, and the specific movement caliber are integral to understanding the A110. The construction of the case and the type of crystal used contribute to its overall presentation and durability. The movement, whether automatic or manual, and its power reserve are key technical aspects that define its functionality and appeal to enthusiasts.

For collectors, the A110 holds significance as a reference that is no longer in current production, with the last modern examples having been phased out of the catalog. The scarcity of these pieces, particularly those from the final production years, contributes to their appeal in the secondary market. Its place in the brand's lineage offers insight into the evolution of Alpine's design philosophy.

Specifications

Caliber
1.8L turbocharged 4-cylinder
Case
Aluminum chassis and body

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ronhan
Nov 10, 2021

Enjoy your A110 as long as possible... until we aren't allowed to drive combustion engines any longer, at least. ☹️

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eklektik
Nov 10, 2021

Glad you get so much joy from it! I love the bad-ass version, but yours is much more my taste: civilised Also, good to see that you are not scared of driving it! They are made for it! I've been away from here for a while and need to catch up with topics like JLC exhibition in Paris. I will visit it on 04/12 in case you are around for a coffee or showing me the place. Best, E.

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ArmisT
Nov 10, 2021

Enjoy in the best of health.

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Mary Anny
Nov 10, 2021

Enjoy it Nicolas and drive safe!

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Subexplorer
Nov 10, 2021

... fantastic you had the chance to compare yours with those of your friends. That´s an opportunity which is not frequent to have and very interesting indeed. By the way, congrats on your adorable daughter. I had the pleasure of briefly meeting her about ten years ago and viewing your photographs makes me feel how fast time fles! It happens same to me when I see my own grand children grow. Keep enjoying your superb car and beautiful family my dear friend. Un fuerte abrazo amigo mio! Abel

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MichaelC
Nov 10, 2021

Congrats to you. I love the look of this car, and I wish we had them in the US. It would be very high on my list if so.

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