1969 Iso Grifo GL

2dr Coupe

8-cyl. 5358cc/300hp 4bbl

#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good

$508,000 CAD*

-7.3%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
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Pricing adjustments
+$25,000 for 5-speed.
-$50,000 for automatic transmission.
+$20,000 for factory a/c.
+$10,000 for factory covered headlights.
Adjustments are in USD
+$25,000 for 5-speed.
-$50,000 for automatic transmission.
+$20,000 for factory a/c.
+$10,000 for factory covered headlights.
Adjustments are in USD
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1964-1974 Iso Grifo stats
Highest sale
$878,280 CAD
Lowest sale
$10,161 CAD
Most recent sale
$225,281 CAD
Sales
68

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1969 Iso Grifo Coupe
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Model overview

Model description

Renzo Rivolta started building Isothermos refrigerators before World War II. Following the war, Rivolta recognized Italy’s need for transportation, and named his new car company Iso Rivolta. He built scooters and then the famous Isetta bubble-cars, which were later built by BMW. With the proceeds of the BMW deal, Rivolta resolved to build a GT car. The Iso Rivolta, a Bertone-styled four-seat coupe, appeared in 1962 at the Turin motor show, and was built near Milan. The sportier two-seat Grifo was sold from 1965 to 1974.

Rivolta relied upon American V-8 engines for performance and reliability. The Grifo had the Corvette’s small-block V-8 engine and gearbox and a competent chassis designed by Ferrari GTO designer Bizzarrini. It was all packaged under a svelte Bertone body by Giorgio Giugiaro. According to Motor Trend, Bertone referred to the Iso Grifo Coupe as his masterpiece. With a height of less than 48 inches, an aggressive design, alloy wheels, and details such as engine cooling grids on the fenders, the Grifo was quite visually impressive.

Although it was twice the price of a Corvette, it was lighter and more sophisticated. The lightweight pressed steel unitary body and chassis had four-wheel disc brakes, a De Dion rear axle with inboard brakes and coil spring suspension. The 327ci V-8 with high compression heads produced 350 bhp by 1967. With a top speed of over 165 mph, the Iso Grifo was capable of the same performance as its competition from Ferrari.

There were several versions of the Grifo over almost 10 years. The most important was the A3/C, where “C” stood for Corsa or competition. The Bizzarrini race version had a dramatic modified alloy body mounted on a tube frame chassis. The engine was moved back about 16 inches, making it one of the first front-mid-engined cars. Bizzarrini dubbed the A3/C as his “Improved GTO”, and 22 A3/C’s were built as Grifos before Bizzarrini and Rivolta parted ways in 1965 and the car became the Bizzarrini 5300 GT and American GT.

The street A3/L (L for Lusso) had the same pressed-steel unitary body and chassis of the earlier 4-passenger Iso Rivolta. The street Grifo was a success, but in 1970 Piero Rivolta, now running the company after the death of his father, upgraded the body with an elongated nose with hidden headlights, producing one of the most elegant looking GTs ever produced. These are referred to as the Series II and were in production from 1970 to 1974. In 1968 the spectacular Corvette L71, a Tri-Power version of the famous Corvette 427, Big Block, 7-liter engine was introduced. In the end there were 322 Series I and 78 Series II cars built for a total of 400 Grifos Lussos built.

Many Italian custom bodies from the 1960s are afflicted with rust, and more than half the Grifos were originally sold in Germany. The climate and salted roads were not kind to rust-prone Italian coachwork, and the stringent yearly state safety inspection is estimated to have resulted in about 40 percent having been junked. Many survivors were left in parlous condition, and exhaustive pre-purchase inspections are vital for these highly collectible Italo-American hybrids.

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Common Questions

The value of a 1969 Iso Grifo GL can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $406,500 USD for a 1969 Iso Grifo GL in good condition with average spec.

The highest selling price of a 1969 Iso Grifo GL at auction over the last three years was $512,116 CAD. The highest prices are usually reserved for rare or exceptionally well-maintained examples with desirable features or modifications and excellent history.

The lowest selling price of a 1969 Iso Grifo GL at auction over the last three years was $512,116 CAD. The lowest prices are usually paid for examples that have extensive maintenance needs, differ greatly from their original configuration, or have accident histories or title problems.

In the last three years there have been 1 1969 Iso Grifo GLs sold at public auction.

The most recent auction sale of a 1969 Iso Grifo GL was $512,116 CAD on July 26, 2023 by Car and Classic.

Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.

Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.

Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.

The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.

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