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Alfaholics GTA-R
Classic Alfa Romeos are one of the most beautiful yet obtainable classics from the ’60s. The romantic lines of the Tipo 105 Coupe are just as elegant and dynamic as they were 50 years ago. So it is not hard to understand why classic car fans went crazy over those beautiful coupes. However, those who know classic Alfas can tell you their beauty is often only skin deep. Alfas were famously rust-prone, not exactly well made and far from mechanically sound.
But, a company called Alfaholic from England is aware all of that as one of the prime restorers of classic Alfas in the UK. Over the years, the idea of the ultimate Alfa 105 Coupe emerged and Alfaholics had the knowledge and hardware to pull it off. So, in 2014 they produced the first restomod coupes they called the GTA-R 290.
From the outside, it looks like an Alfa Romeo GTA which is a classic racing version. But a second look reveals all the improvements and an amazing level of details. Under the hood is a blueprinted 2.3-liter four-cylinder twin-cam Alfa engine with individual throttle bodies and fuel injection. The engine delivers 240 HP and sends them to rear wheels over a special lightweight five-speed manual transmission.
The suspension is custom-made with disc brakes all around. The whole car weighs 1,500 pounds and can lap the famous Nurburgring track in less than eight minutes. Best of all, this Alfa won’t leave you stranded by the side of the road and won’t rust. So, it is perfect for a road trip.