Carbon-Fiber Sculpture

A number of historic automobiles have been deemed worthy of the label "art". Most notably, the 1960's Jaguar E-type was one of the first cars to be put on display in several art museums.

Now, Alfa Romeo is planning their return to the United States, having ceased sales of the Spider and 164 sedan by 1995. Next year, some lucky (and very wealthy) 99 Americans will become owners of the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. This will signal Alfa's return to the USA, with a variety of other sports coupes and sedans to follow within a year.

Although my chances of ever driving -- or perhaps even seeing - an 8C Competizione are incredibly slim, I am smitten. This car is stunning. And although it would be a crime for any of these to be denied a life of devouring twisty roads, there's no question that this car is worthy of a spot in any art museum.


More photos here. (Courtesy Edmunds)
I guarantee you won't find a bad angle.