Alfanatics

Our lives are a plethora of choices, options, decisions; day-in-day-out we make decisions and choices! What time to wake up, when to go to work, what to eat, who to see, what we wear etc. everything we do is a decision, a choice and when it comes to buying a new car it’s no different  - but the real question is…are we limited in our choices, do we really have other options and most importantly, am I making the right one? Of course the gravity of our decisions vary on the importance of... (more...)

It dawned on me today that for some of you out there who don’t drive an Alfa Romeo at work, you might have this burning question in your mind of “How do you park an Alfa”? Well if you have ever asked yourself this question, you have come to the right place. We have the answer and better than just a simple text answer, the Alfanatics have kindly provided some picture evidence on how to park at work. (more…)  Read More →

We recently received these photos from a couple of guys down at the coast who wanted to 1) show-off their stunning array of Alfa’s and 2) show the spirit of being an Alfanatic – which can clearly be seen by the way that these beauties have been taken care of. A big shout-out and thanks to Paul Petersen and his fellow Alfanatics for submitting the stunning pics of their Alfa’s – one hardly recognises the scenery in the background… Keep sending them in so that we can... (more...)

There I was, minding my own business, my Giulietta parked serenely in the shade, when the unthinkable happened… I guess the day has finally come when all rival manufacturers realized they can’t compete anymore.  Read More →

It has Finally and Officially been launched at the Geneva International Motorshow 2013, the Alfa Romeo 4C. Targeted at the US markets and China, this beauty has finally reared its head from under the covers. The 4C’s name comes from the lineage of 2 famous Alfa Romeos of the 30′s and 40′s, the 8C and 6C. Under the bonnet is an engine that Alfa Romeo calls the ’1750 Turbo Petrol’ which has been crafted by an all aluminium 4 cylinder and features direct injection with... (more...)

So it rumored that the stunning new Alfa Romeo Gloria  Concept will be shown at the Geneva motor show, this is very exciting as it showcases some new fresh ideas from Alfa Romeo. The Gloria is the result of a collaboration between the IED (European Design Institute of Turin) and the Alfa Romeo Style Centre.  The 4-door sports sedan carries a few trademarked Alfa Romeo styling, such as the bold bonnet creases culminating in the famous triangular grille. Leather straps on the bonnet are a nod... (more...)

A year ago I became the proud owner of my second Alfa Romeo, the 1,4 T Distinctive. Having traded-in my GT for this latest beauty, I was curious how I would react in the long term. Would it surprise or disappoint me? Well the answer is simply that it has lived up to, and exceeded my expectations. The decision to buy this Giulietta was half heart, half head. A rare combination for a car that invokes my deepest passion. But the allure of a new warranty and service plan while the warranty on my GT... (more...)

One of the funniest videos I’ve seen. Even if you don’t speak Italian it’s worth taking a look at the chaos created by a simple U-turn gone wrong in a (once) quiet street of Napoli. With interference from a bunch of leather-clad bikers, to a passing religious procession, this video has more drama than this year’s Oscar nominations! http://youtu.be/tHYLnco1moQ      Read More →

Alfa Romeo have just revealed a limited edition of the MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde, which is called the SBK. The Alfa MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde SBK was developed to celebrate the multi-year collaboration between the carmaker and the FIM World Superbike Championship. The Alfa MiTo SBK is powered by a 1.4 Turbo MultiAir Quadrifoglio Verde engine that puts out 125 Kw. Alfa Romeo’s MiTo SBK packs 18-inch alloys wheels, Brembo brakes and a bespoke aerodynamic package that includes new front and rear spoilers,... (more...)

It was Saturday morning 6 AM, struggling to wake up but forcing the coffee was necessary, because little did I know I would have an epic day to remember. The venue was the Gerotek training facility in Pretoria, and getting there was like blindly poking the floor with walking stick, not knowing where the hell I was going, but as they say, even a blind squirrel finds an acorn once in a while… So I was late, missed breakfast and the introductory brief, but luckily the group of 14 participants... (more...)