Alpine A106
The lightweight pioneer that launched the Alpine legend.
- Power
- 43 bhp
- Top speed
- 96 mph
- Est. value
- $85k–$160k
About the Alpine A106
The A106 was the first production model from Jean Rédélé's Alpine, marking the start of a dynasty of lightweight French sports cars. Built on a Renault 4CV platform, it featured a pioneering glass-fibre body designed by Giovanni Michelotti and manufactured by the Chappe brothers. The 'Mille Miles' variant was the high-performance evolution, named after the model's class victory in the 1956 Mille Miglia. It is distinguished by its high-compression engine, rare five-speed gearbox, and four rear shock absorbers, providing a level of agility that defined the brand's DNA for decades.
Alpine A106 specs
The Alpine A106 produces 43 bhp (32 kW) and 56 Nm (41 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 96 mph (155 km/h).
| Make | Alpine |
|---|---|
| Model | A106 |
| Trim | Mille Miles |
| Years | 1955–1961 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 251 built |
| Engine | 0.7-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 747 cc (0.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 43 bhp (32 kW) at 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 56 Nm (41 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 96 mph (155 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 510 kg (1,124 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 84 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Alpine A106 worth?
A typical Alpine A106 is estimated to be worth $85,000 – $160,000 (about £63,000 – £119,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Alpine A106 rarity in CarSpot
The Alpine A106 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Alpine A106 fun facts
- The A106 was the first production car to use a glass-fibre body, a technology chosen for its light weight and ease of forming complex curves.
- The optional five-speed gearbox was so expensive in 1955 that it cost roughly one-third the price of a complete Renault 4CV.
- The first three A106 prototypes were painted red, white, and blue to represent the French Tricolour when presented to Renault's CEO.
