2019 Alpine A110 S - One Owner from New - 8,002 Miles

Revived for the modern era, the Alpine A110 captured the essence of its 1960s predecessor by focusing not on outright power, but on lightness, balance and driver engagement. In an age increasingly dominated by weight and complexity, the A110 stood apart as a refreshingly pure sports car, engineered around an aluminium structure and weighing little more than 1,100kg.

The more focused A110 S, introduced in 2019, sharpened that already impressive formula. Retaining the mid-engined, rear-wheel drive layout and 1.8-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the ‘S’ benefits from increased boost pressure and revised calibration, lifting output to around 288–292bhp. With a power-to-weight ratio that rivals far more expensive machinery, the A110 S is capable of 0–62mph in approximately 4.2 seconds, whilst maintaining the agility and delicacy that define the Alpine driving experience.

Beyond the increase in power, the A110 S features a firmer suspension set-up, lower ride height and a more track-focused character, yet it retains the usability and compliance that make the standard A110 so appealing on real-world roads. It is widely regarded as one of the most engaging modern sports cars, prioritising balance and feel over outright numbers.

The example offered here is particularly appealing. First registered in 2019, it is finished in the car's signature launch colour, Gris Tonnerre Mat (Thunder Grey Matt) over a black Dinamica (Alcantara-like) interior enhanced by orange stitching and featuring lightweight Sabelt bucket seats. It has had just one owner from new and had covered just over 8,000 miles at the time of cataloguing. Throughout its life, the car has been fully maintained, presenting today as a carefully kept and lightly used example.

Combining low mileage, single ownership and proper servicing, this A110 S represents an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the most acclaimed modern driver’s cars. With growing recognition among enthusiasts for its purity and analogue feel, the Alpine A110 S is fast becoming a modern classic, offering a level of involvement that is increasingly rare in today’s performance car market.