12. Alfa Romeo 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 as amazingly elegant and dynamic as they were 50 years ago. It’s not hard to understand why classic car fans went crazy over those beautiful coupes. From the outside, it looks like an Alfa Romeo GTA, a classic racing version, but the second look reveals all the improvements and an extreme level of detail.
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 it to the rear wheels over a special lightweight five-speed manual transmission. The suspension is custom-made with disc brakes all around. The whole car weighs just 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.