Here are the first pictures that Alfa Romeo have released of its
sexy 8C Spider, to be introduced to the world at next months Geneva
Motor Show.
Based on the hard-topped 8C Competizione, the two-seat Spider featuring
a twin-layer fabric roof which can be raised at the press of a button,
is expected to hit 60mph in 4.2 seconds with a top speed of around
180mph. The mechanics will be similar to that of the Competizione as it
uses the same 4.7-litre V8 engine and six-speed semi-automatic gearbox.
As the limited run is just 500 vehicles, we expect to see all of these
selling like hotcakes and commanding more than their £130,000 price
tag. So roll up your sleeves and have your cheque books ready; the
fight to get one of these beauties is not going to be pretty. By Brendan McKnight