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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:15 PM
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Is this the best looking car on ther planet? (for the money)

Quite stunning, the only thing I don't like is the fuel door.


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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:25 PM
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Did they put that car into production? I remember seeing it as a concept a few years ago. Definitely a good looking car, and the fuel door definitely needs to go.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:27 PM
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Crossfire's cousin?
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:30 PM
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Originally Posted by BlueEyes
Did they put that car into production? I remember seeing it as a concept a few years ago. Definitely a good looking car, and the fuel door definitely needs to go.
In production and possibly coming to the US next year.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:33 PM
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Do I see rotors in the mirror mounts??
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:37 PM
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No, you see a V with a mirror attached.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:42 PM
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Can't say it's the best looking car in the world.. but.. yeah it's pretty sexy.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by BlueEyes
No, you see a V with a mirror attached.
well then, do I see a rotor in the front grille?? got you on that one
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:57 PM
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Having only a laymans knowledge of Alfa's, I'll ask the obvious questions.

What is it? How much does it cost? Those shots are obviously computer generated....are any production pics available? What drivetrain?
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:58 PM
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I think the F1 and the V10 Lambo look better, but it's a good looking car no doubt.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 07:59 PM
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Oh, and won't it look fantastic with a front plate....ROFL.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 08:08 PM
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not my fave Alfa, much more in love with this beauty I posted a while back, even if it is just a concept:

http://www.dieselstation.com/archive...ne/index.shtml

thing of beauty, the 8C-Competizione:


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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Gomez
Having only a laymans knowledge of Alfa's, I'll ask the obvious questions.

What is it? How much does it cost? Those shots are obviously computer generated....are any production pics available? What drivetrain?
It's called a Brera, prices are similar to the BMW 3 series, and it's available with 3 different engines and AWD.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 08:31 PM
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looks kinda like the new BMW coupe from the back. That Z4 thing.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 08:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Ike
It's called a Brera, prices are similar to the BMW 3 series, and it's available with 3 different engines and AWD.

Damn, looks much pricier than that, so I think I agree with your OP.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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The day Alfa romeo return to the US, I'm gonna sell my 8 and get one.

Been drooling over the 156 , GT and Brera for some time now.

Dont think they plan on return for atleast another 2-3 years.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by hemanrulez
The day Alfa romeo return to the US, I'm gonna sell my 8 and get one.

Been drooling over the 156 , GT and Brera for some time now.

Dont think they plan on return for atleast another 2-3 years.
They've been saying "next year" for several years. I think we're going to see it in the next couple years though. The cars aren't my taste but they sure do have some great designs.
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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Ike
They've been saying "next year" for several years. I think we're going to see it in the next couple years though. The cars aren't my taste but they sure do have some great designs.
Definately some great designs but is the reliability gonna be typical Alfa?
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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 09:43 AM
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I don't really like hatch/sportback cars...but yeah this one looks pretty good, not sure about the best looking in the world...but it looks good.
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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 11:04 AM
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The Brera is a nice looking car; hopefully Alfa will be back in the U.S. in the next few years. The one I like is the competizione.

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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 11:16 AM
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When they do come abroad I hope they bring the Diesel with them, 2.4L 200hp/400nm of torque(can anyone convert that?) MPG 30/50, 0-62 8.4sec, topspeed 142mph. Those are for the 159...
also I am diggin this


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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 11:50 AM
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I think Alfa could succeed over here if done correctly. The should focus on promoting Italian design, a break from the boring that we are used to in the U.S.
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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 12:18 PM
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That car is clearly a rip off. It has tires, doors, seats, a transmission, etc...all the things an RX-8 has. Who else thinks that car looks like an RX-8?

j/k
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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 04:22 PM
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looks way too much like a crossfire IMO
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Old Jun 16, 2006 | 05:31 PM
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I don't like the front of it. Wouldn't buy it
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