Olivetti Lettera 32 | Teal Blue | The World's Most Famous Portable
The Collector’s Choice for a Reliable Luxury Experience
The Olivetti Lettera 32 is a trusty and reliable manual typewriter, representing the absolute gold standard of Italian industrial design. Created by Marcello Nizzoli as the successor to the Lettera 22, the 32 is celebrated for its incredibly light touch and "basket shift" mechanism that makes typing effortless. Professionally cleaned and tested, this Teal Blue machine features the QZERTY layout, making it a unique find for collectors of European-specific mechanical history.
Specification
Details
Era
Early 1970s (The Design Era)
Manufacturer
Olivetti (Ivrea, Italy / Spain)
Keyboard
QZERTY (Classic Italian Layout)
Mechanics
Fully Functional / Professionally Revised
Aesthetic State
Excellent / Original Teal Blue finish
Serial Number
5336753 (Authentic & Verified)
Case
Not Equipped with Case
Origin
Designed in Italy
Detailed Condition Note
The aesthetic is in exceptional condition, with the original Teal Blue paint maintaining a beautiful, matte-satin luster. Mechanically, it strikes with the fast, fluid precision that Lettera 32s are legendary for—offering a "snappy" response that is a joy for long writing sessions. Every key has been checked for perfect alignment. While it is not equipped with a case, its iconic silhouette makes it the premier permanent desk companion for any inspired office. Please consult the high-resolution photos to appreciate the quality of this tool.
The Writer’s Choice
This is more than a gift; it is a sturdy legacy tool for a lifetime of stories. Whether you are a poet seeking a distraction-free partner or a collector of mid-century Italian design, the Lettera 32 is a unique investment.
Award-Winning Design: Part of the permanent collection at the MoMA, the Lettera 32 is as much a piece of art as it is a machine.
Basket Shift Technology: Features a segment shift that makes the shift key incredibly light, preventing finger fatigue during late-night writing marathons.
Ready to Write: Freshly serviced and equipped with a new dual-tone ribbon for immediate creative work.
📏 Dimensions & Build:
Height: ~9 cm (3.54”) — Ultra-low, sleek profile.
Weight: ~4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) — Lightweight aluminum body for effortless portability.
Footprint: 30 cm x 32 cm (11.8” x 12.6”)
🚀 Premium Express Delivery
We ship FAST & SECURE via FedEx. Your Olivetti is double-boxed and professionally cushioned with custom internal bracing to ensure this teal treasure arrives safely in 3-7 days.
✔️ FREE: European Union, UK, USA & Canada (3-7 Days Delivery)
✔️ Fixed Price Everywhere Else: 45$
(Please provide your phone number after making the order for easier delivery).
❤️ At El Rastro Antiques, we carefully restore vintage treasures. If your item doesn’t match the description or arrives damaged, we offer a FULL refund—no worries! ✅
Estimated delivery time 3-7 days
Let customers speak for us
from 165 reviews
Always a pleasure working with El Rastro. Great comminication and customer service!
Anonymous
11/02/2026
very clean and almost new
Hagop Hamalian
10/30/2026
Great
Anonymous
10/29/2026
Truly wonderful people! They are incredibly kind, caring, and respectful. If you have any questions or concerns, you can count on them to help. It was a pleasure dealing with them, and I wholeheartedly recommend them. Thank you for your kindness and support!
Marcel luis Pajaro alba
10/29/2026
A very fine machine delivered and kindly followed up on. Excellent communication.
KRM
10/17/2026
I am very happy with your excellent service thank you
Anonymous
10/17/2026
very happy with my purchase very good quality prices are amazing very satisfied thank you
Anonymous
10/17/2026
The whole process was great and the typewriter came packaged amazingly well. Arrived in perfect working order and with another ribbon. Such a great piece! Will definitely do more business with this shop!
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10/15/2026
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Anonymous
10/07/2026
The jacket was beautiful but arms soo short for me - so it made a good gift for a friend
Shannon Greenwood
10/06/2026
The typewriter arrived from Europe to the US sooner than scheduled which was a wonderful surprise. It was carefully wrapped so there was no damage at all. It was exactly as shown in photos online. All of the keys and functions work perfectly and I’ve been using it regularly with no issue. Highly recommend this business if you’re looking for a stress-free vintage purchase!
Stephanie Alpizar
10/03/2026
Amazing Customer service. I would buy from this company again <3
Ambrosia Skye
10/02/2026
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Anonymous
10/01/2026
Very grateful for my first typewriter and Evgeny's excellent customer service!
Diane
10/01/2026
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Holly McClain
10/01/2026
What customers think about the store
This vintage typewriter store specializes in meticulously restored machines shipped internationally with exceptional packaging. Customers praise fast delivery, professional restoration quality, excellent communication, and responsive customer service. The sell...This vintage typewriter store specializes in meticulously restored machines shipped internationally with exceptional packaging. Customers praise fast delivery, professional restoration quality, excellent communication, and responsive customer service. The seller provides helpful guidance, extra ribbons, and ensures items arrive in perfect working condition despite overseas shipping.