The Italian companies related to automotive, continue to produce special models with which to honor the 100th anniversary of the brand Alfa Romeo. This time it is a design studio Zagato, which has created so-called car TZ3 Stradale. The machine uses the platform of the Dodge Viper ACR, as it will be produced only 9 copies that may already be reserved for special clients.
The design of the car is similar to the TZ3 Corsa, as Zagato made by the external panel and the base is a Dodge Viper ACR. While not revealing what engine it is probably 8.4-liter V10 of muscular American car, whose power is 600 h.p.

The German tuner Novitec company introduced a new sports program for one of the most beautiful cars of our time – Alfa Romeo 8C Spider, as its representatives claim that it is applicable and coupe models. The car has received minor cosmetic changes that take place in the presence of a new rear diffuser and specially made for him wheels, whose dimensions may be 21 or 22 inches. For the interior, offering a wide range of materials for design, but is able to preserve the original Custom. Very serious attention is paid to the 4.7-liter V8 engine of the Alfa Romeo 8C Spider, whose power was increased from 450 to 600 h.p. goals, and its maximum torque increased to 588 Nm from the standard 478 Nm.
This performance is achieved by a new supercharged, intercooler and exhaust system in stainless steel and the end result is acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 3.9 sec and develop a maximum speed of 305 km/h.

As in 2010 marks 100 years since the establishment of Alfa Romeo, the Italian company can not be honored by its major partners. Once we met with commemorative versions of three design studios, and now came the turn of the manufacturer of bodies Zagato, which showed the first photo of conceptual Alfa Romeo TZ3 Corsa. The car will debut this weekend at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, as it not only celebrates the anniversary of Alfa Romeo, but the 90th anniversary of cooperation between the two companies. Alfa Romeo TZ3 Corsa used 4.7-liter engine and many other components of the 8C Competizione. The car body does it all-aluminum and the chassis is made of carbon fiber and fiberglass. Interesting is that the TZ3 Corsa has produced only one copy, and who will e the owner will know in the next few days, will be exported when more data and pictures of models.

By Pininfarina never released a statement in Geneva at which to present his next project snatch. This year also no exception, for it has prepared the conceptual Italian Alfa Romeo 2uettottanta, which was created to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Pininfarina and the 100 anniversary of Alfa Romeo. The car is 4213 mm gauge. length 1797 mm. width and 1280 mm. height approaching it in size to the BMW Z4, Mercedes SLK, and Mazda MX-5. For the time being by Pininfarina and Alfa Romeo did not reveal whether he will have a serial model, but speculate that it is convertible version of the replacement of 159. 2uettottanta concept was inspired by the legendary Alfa Romeo Spyder Duetto, and although the external appearance is more modern car than the vintage model. The engine of the prototype hand is 1.8-liter turbine.

Recently became known that Alfa Romeo, Maserati and Abarth will unite to attack the U.S. market, but here it is now available and their first joint development, although it is targeted at European customers. This is a special version of the Alfa Romeo MiTo, which will be produced only 100 copies, they will be sold only in the Maserati showroom in Europe. This brings to mind another similar case with limited Fiat 500, which is offered only in centers of Ferrari. Exclusive MiTo is equipped with the most powerful engine of the model, namely the 1.4 turbo petrol, whose power is 170 h.p. and color coding is blue Maserati Blu Oceano. Unfortunately, this project does not participate Abarth, due to which the power of the unit remained unchanged. Special vehicle can boast 18-inch alloy wheels, sporty exterior package and an active suspension, adaptive according to road conditions and driving habits. The interior of the vehicle did attend sign-boards “Limited Edition” and “Alfa Romeo for Maserati”. As clients of Maserati, which would have bought this particular Alfa Romeo MiTo, are accustomed to high quality, Italian cars are equipped with leather upholstery Pelle Frau, 2-zone air conditioning, leather multifunction steering wheel, navigating with a map of the whole of Europe and bi-xenon headlights.

The Italian company Marangoni, known as a manufacturer of tires processed Alfa Romeo MiTo. The standard 1.4-liter engine that produces 155 hp, designers were able to extract 220 hp goals without an increase in turnover. Clearance of the car was shortened further, and doors open upwards. Visible new front apron, which resembles that of the Ferarri F430, while the rear diffuser placed four spectacular tip of the exhaust system. Alloy wheels are 18-inch, clad in red tires. MiTo impressive can be seen on the auto exhibition in Essen. The car is quite much discussed in the forums of Alfa Romeo and the fans of the Italian brand just love it much from the day of launching it. Alfa Romeo MiTo is with improved ability to accelerate and with aerodynamical shape.

In the Internet space have emerged the first clear pictures of the Italian asset in the luxury segment of the compact hatchback models. After a series of spy images, speculation and even a few pictures taken at the factory of the company, I finally have the opportunity to substitute Alfa Milano in focus. As is evident from the photographs, the replacement of 147 (pictures marked as 149) has taken many design 8C Competizione, and we saw a little MiTo. Oval front lamp, elongated, slightly tapering hood, hidden rear door handles and indeed the whole vision of the car, suggests the emergence of one of the most beautiful cars in this class. Sorry, still not much is known about the dynamic performance and technical characteristics of the model. We are able only to admire the shapes of the Alfa Romeo Milano, which as you know is a priority of the Italian brand. It is expected that the model offers a wide range of petrol and diesel engines with power between 120 and 200 hp At a later stage should appear, and more powerful V6 petrol modification engine.
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Once the agreement was signed between Fiat and Chrysler, fans of Italian design in America actively await the return of Fiat and Alfa Romeo. By the end of next year there should appear Fiat 500, Alfa Romeo MiTo and Alfa Romeo Milano, although no official confirmation. The reason is that Americans are not yet fully adopted the concept of hechbetsite as practical family car. Examples are the premium automobile manufacturers – BMW and Mercedes Benz produce compact models, but are not offered overseas. It seems that Alfa Romeo could follow the same example as their first model a sedan in the United States Giulia – deputy of European 159. Executive Director of the Alfa Romeo, Sergio Kravero revealed to the Italian edition, Giulia that will appear in 2012. He adds that smaller cars as MiTo and Milano are more suitable for European markets, so that the return of Alfa Romeo will be focused around the successful debut of the sedan Giulia. Larger sedans are generally more expensive, which means that they offer higher profit sold on to small car models like MiTo. In this market in the U.S. and lack of tolerance to small cars Giulia might be the best proposal.

The most powerful version of the Alfa Romeo MiTo made its debut at the exhibition in Frankfurt. The car has received the name Quadrifoglio Verde, and will be available early next year. MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde is equipped with a new gasoline engine MultiAir, which has a working volume of 1.4-liters and power 170 h.p. The unit is combined with a new six-speed manual transmission, allowing easier changing of gears, with less noise and vibration. Hot pipsqueak is able to accelerate from 0-100km/h for slightly more than 7 seconds, but consumes only 4.8l.fuel for 100km driving. mileage for extra driving and released 139gr/km CO2 emissions. Other features, which MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde differs from the standard model are the unique 17-inch wheels, covers the side mirrors of color coding, painted matte gray rings of lights and emblems of the Four Leaf Clover on the front fenders.

No major automaker, which does not offer its range jeep, but Alfa Romeo, despite threats and presentation of conceptual Kamal, remained an exception to the rule. The new cooperation with FIAT Americans Chrysler opens new possibilities in the matter, probably will soon see off-road and Alfa. Alfa Romeo apparently intends to use the development of Chrysler to make its first crossover. This future “parketnik will be developed on the basis of a new generation of Jeep Grand Cherokee. If the work reaches the conveyor, the new 4×4 coupe sport would be a worthy competitor in the market to such competitors as the BMW X5, Volkswagen Touareg and Audi Q7. In all likelihood, the new Alfa Romeo will surpass the luxury of sporting spirit and his “donor” in spite of that under the hood would hardly find a place famous American HEMI V-8 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Instead it “Italian” will have a turbo diesel and 3.6-liter gasoline engine Pentastar V-6 with Power 280 hp.