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Motor 1
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
The Alfa Romeo 8C Is Back. But Not as You Remember It
Zagato had a busy weekend at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, where two cars penned by the Italian coachbuilder were unveiled. The fabled design house surprised just about everyone with its own take on the BMW M4, featuring a double bubble roof . Another coupe, this time based on the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione, made its world premiere on the shores of Lake Como in Italy. The DoppiaCoda (Double Tail) is a one-off special project commissioned by a wealthy Italian owner. Its name refers to a combination of a Kammback and a rounded wing. Also known as a Kamm tail or K-tail, a Kammback is a design feature characterized by a gently sloped profile that ends abruptly with a vertical surface. It was pioneered by German designer and aerodynamicist Wunibald Kamm, who created the 1938 BMW Kamm Coupe. Photo by: Zagato dared to modify one of the most beautiful cars of the modern era. Whether the result surpasses Wolfgang Egger's and Daniele Gaglione's work from the 2000s is open to debate. Even after all these years, the modern 8C, conceived by Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, remains a stunning mid-engine supercar in both Coupe and Spider flavors. Much like the aforementioned M4, it wouldn't be a proper Zagato without the signature double bubble roof. Although the entire body has been reworked, it's the redesigned rear that immediately sets it apart from the standard 8C. Lessons learned from last year's Alpine A110-based project with its removable long-tail rear bumper helped Zagato reimagine the Alfa's rear. Alfa Romeo 8C Doppiacoda Zagato 8 Source: Technical specifications haven't been disclosed, which could suggest that the DoppiaCoda retains the Ferrari-derived V-8. In the standard 8C, the naturally aspirated 4.7-liter engine produced 444 horsepower and 354 pound-feet (480 Newton-meters) of torque. Power was sent to the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles. The car accelerated from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.2 seconds and had a top speed of 181 mph (292 km/h). This isn't the first time Zagato has reimagined the Alfa Romeo 8C. At the same show in Italy back in 2010, it unveiled the TZ3 Corsa as a one-off for German collector Martin Kapp. That car also featured a Kammback, though it leaned more toward a 'breadvan' aesthetic. In case you don't remember it, we've attached images below. Alfa Romeo TZ3 Corsa Zagato 11 Remembering The 8C: The Alfa Romeo 8C Is Finally Getting A Gated Manual Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione: Supercar Sunday Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Rare Alfa Romeo supercar bought by Brit to impress his wife on their 1956 honeymoon set to sell for eye-watering sum
The motor was once owned by an Italian prince and a racing driver MEGA MOTOR Rare Alfa Romeo supercar bought by Brit to impress his wife on their 1956 honeymoon set to sell for eye-watering sum Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A VINTAGE supercar bought by a British man to take his wife on honeymoon is set to fetch £3million at auction. The Alfa Romeo 8C was made by the Italian company in 1932. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 This vintage Alfa Romeo supercar is set to fetch £3million at auction Credit: rmsothebys 3 The Alfa Romeo 8C was made by the Italian company in 1932 Credit: rmsothebys 3 London auctioneers RM Sotheby are set to sell it on May 22 Credit: rmsothebys At the time it wowed with top speeds of 120mph. It was owned by an Italian prince and a racing driver before enthusiast Brian Eckersley, then 21, purchased it in 1956. London auctioneers RM Sotheby are set to sell it on May 22. They said: 'He immediately used the car as his honeymoon chariot. "He retained his beloved 8C until his death in 1999. 'He updated the coachwork with additional chrome trim. "but he retained the racing driver's aerodynamic pre-war updates. 'It was a supercar of its day. "One that has not lost a single ounce of its desirability or appeal.'
The Irish Sun
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Rare Alfa Romeo supercar bought by Brit to impress his wife on their 1956 honeymoon set to sell for eye-watering sum
A VINTAGE supercar bought by a British man to take his wife on honeymoon is set to fetch £3million at auction. The Alfa Romeo 8C was made by the Italian company in 1932. 3 This vintage Alfa Romeo supercar is set to fetch £3million at auction Credit: rmsothebys 3 The Alfa Romeo 8C was made by the Italian company in 1932 Credit: rmsothebys 3 London auctioneers RM Sotheby are set to sell it on May 22 Credit: rmsothebys At the time it wowed with top speeds of 120mph. It was owned by an Italian prince and a racing driver before enthusiast Brian Eckersley, then 21, purchased it in 1956. London auctioneers RM Sotheby are set to sell it on May 22. They said: 'He immediately used the car as his honeymoon chariot. READ MORE MOTORS NEWS "He retained his beloved 8C until his death in 1999. 'He updated the coachwork with additional chrome trim. "but he retained the racing driver's aerodynamic pre-war updates. 'It was a supercar of its day. Most read in Motors "One that has not lost a single ounce of its desirability or appeal.' Incredible vintage cars including £44k Merc & 1947 Harley rotting in old CASTLE
The Sun
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Rare Alfa Romeo supercar bought by Brit to impress his wife on their 1956 honeymoon set to sell for eye-watering sum
A VINTAGE supercar bought by a British man to take his wife on honeymoon is set to fetch £3million at auction. The Alfa Romeo 8C was made by the Italian company in 1932. 3 3 3 At the time it wowed with top speeds of 120mph. It was owned by an Italian prince and a racing driver before enthusiast Brian Eckersley, then 21, purchased it in 1956. London auctioneers RM Sotheby are set to sell it on May 22. They said: 'He immediately used the car as his honeymoon chariot. "He retained his beloved 8C until his death in 1999. 'He updated the coachwork with additional chrome trim. "but he retained the racing driver's aerodynamic pre-war updates. 'It was a supercar of its day. "One that has not lost a single ounce of its desirability or appeal.'
