2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione Coupé
Registration no. EU09 NUX
Chassis no. ZAR92000000044574
•Very rare yellow exterior colour
•Ordered with numerous rare and desirable options
•Extensive service history
•Circa 6,200 miles from new

Footnotes:
First seen in 'concept car' form at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2003, the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione revived a famous name from the Italian company's illustrious past when it entered production in 2006. The original 8C (eight-cylinder) Alfa engine had been designed in 1931 by the legendary engineer Vittorio Jano and was used to power Alfa Romeo's most prestigious road models, as well as its sports-racing and Grand Prix cars, until the decade's end. Styled by Wolfgang Egger, the modern-day 8C was received with universal acclaim, its gorgeous looks recalling those of Carrozzeria Touring's aerodynamic Alfa sports-racers of the late 1930s, while from the side there was more than a hint of Zagato's original Giulia TZ.
Within a couple of weeks, orders had been received for well over 1,000 cars, despite a UK price tag of £111,000. Alfa, though, stuck by the decision to build only 500 examples of the 8C Competizione coupé but later changed its collective mind and made a further 500 Spider roadsters, making a combined total for both types of 1,000 cars.

The genesis of the 8C graphically illustrates the close links between Italy's premier marques: Alfa Romeo, Ferrari and Maserati, all of whom are owned by FIAT. Designed at Alfa Centro Stile in Arese, the 8C used a development of the Maserati Quattroporte double-wishbone suspension (albeit on a shorter-wheelbase chassis) and is powered by a Ferrari-built V8 engine, with final assembly taking place at the Maserati factory in Modena. An enlarged version of that found in the Maserati Quattroporte and GranTurismo, the 4.7-litre V8 produces 450bhp at 7,000rpm and drives via a six-speed, semi-automatic, paddle shift gearbox, which is located immediately ahead of the rear axle in the interests of mass centralisation. The Pirelli P Zero tyres were specially developed for the 20' alloy wheels. As is the norm with 21st Century supercars, the 8C also features switchable performance modes.

The main chassis and its engine/gearbox/suspension sub-frames are steel, with carbon fibre used for the passenger cell and external body panels. Carbon fibre and aluminium both feature in the stylish interior, which is equipped with lightweight, leather-trimmed seats by Poltrona Frau of Turin. Alfa Red or black were the standard exterior colours and there were also various options, some at extra cost.

No one buys an Alfa Romeo, and certainly not one as special as the 8C, without being interested in its performance potential. Alfa claimed a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) time of 4.2 seconds and a top speed of around 290km/h (181mph) despite the fact that an 8C had reached 186mph during testing. It is hard to imagine that any of the fortunate 1,000 customers was at all dissatisfied.


One of only a believed handful to leave the factory finished in yellow, the stunning Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione we offer comes with extensive service history: five stamps in the book, the first dated 2012 and the last dated November 2020 at 5,826 miles (the current odometer reading is circa 6,200 miles). The car also comes with its original order form and list of options. Noteworthy features include five-spoke 20' racing alloy wheels; carbon steering kit; Alcantara-trimmed ceiling and centre console; Bose hi-fi system; iPod connection; and satellite navigation. The following factory-supplied accessories are included in the sale: made to measure luggage; floor mats; vehicle cover; battery charge maintainer; first aid kit; fire extinguisher; and a car care kit. The bill for options, accessories and an Alfa Romeo Experience Day totalled over £34,000.

A rare opportunity to acquire a limited edition Alfa Romeo supercar that is likely to become increasingly collectible.Salesroom Notice:
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