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Museo Storico Alfa Romeo : The Catalogue

An event as significant for Alfa Romeo enthusiasts as the reopening of the marque's historic museum at Arese - held on 24 June 2015, the day on which Alfa celebrated its 105th anniversary - could hardly not be celebrated with a book.
The official catalogue of the new museum represents an opportunity to review the history of the marque and above all to accompany the reader/visitor around the new exhibition layout in which the cars have been thematically grouped and subdivided.

The glorious racing cars (from the P2 to the 33 in all their variants, through to the less successful cars that competed in F1) are brought together under the section VELOCITA' introduced by Alfa Romeo driver Nino Vaccarella, while cars such as the 1759, 8C 2900, 6C 2500, 1900, Giulietta and Alfetta, along with the most recent production models, illustrate the most important episodes in the Biscione's industrial history in the TIMELINE section - introduced by American journalist Nick Czap.

The section BELLEZZA - introduced by designer Lorenzo Ramaciotti, head of Style for the Fiat Group for years - focuses on the undisputed protagonists being cars such as the 33 Stradale, the Carabo and the Nuvola, milestones in the evolution of automotive styling.

A specific chapter also features all those models that do not appear in the exhibition.The catalogue is therefore an indispensable instrument for all those visiting this authentic temple of history, technology and culture.

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Author:	Lorenzo Ardizio
Details:	224 pages, 30.5 x 27 x 2.7 cm / 12 x 10.6 x 1.06 in, hardback
Illustrations:	numerous b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Giorgio Nada Editore (IT, 2015)
ISBN:	9788879116350

Alfa Romeo : An Illustrated History, 1910-2020

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For over 110 years, Alfa Romeo has been a benchmark for elegant, sophisticated, and sporty Italian automobiles. Commencing with the Tipo 24HP in 1910, iconic models like the Tipo 33 Stradale, Guilia, Giulietta, Alfasud, Alfetta, and Stelvio, Alfa Romeo's inaugural SUV, have graced the automotive landscape.
This exhaustive volume, commemorating the 110th anniversary, meticulously explores the brand's history. Christian Schön, an automotive writer and devoted Alfa Romeo enthusiast, delves into the people, locations, races, and, notably, the cars that define Alfa Romeo's illustrious legacy.

The book encompasses a detailed timeline spanning 1910 to 2020, highlighting pivotal events and milestones. Special sections intricately cover auto designs, engines, technology, concept cars, factories, advertising, the Alfa Romeo Museum in Milan, and key personnel pivotal to the brand's ascent.
An extensive examination of Alfa Romeo's racing history reveals five world championship titles, a dozen European championships, 11 triumphs in the Mille Miglia endurance race, and a victory in the German Touring Car Championship (DTM).
The narrative is enriched with captivating "behind the scenes" anecdotes and features over 350 color and black-and-white images, making it a comprehensive tribute to Alfa Romeo's legacy.

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Author:	Christian Schön
Details:	205 pages, 30.5 x 23 x 2.5 cm / 12 x 9.1 x 0.98 in, hardback
Illustrations:	350+ b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2024)
ISBN:	9780764367304

Alfa Romeo: a Century of Innovation

Alfa Romeo, one of the most famous and renowned carmakers in automobile history, celebrates 100 years of innovation. This fascinating history documents the Milanese automaker, from the exciting racing and sports cars of the twenties and thirties to the equally advanced and sporty sedans, coupes, and convertibles of the fifties and sixties to the present-day range of technically evolved, innovative vehicles.

A comprehensive, visual, and informative tour through the make's evolution, this book covers bios of key, company innovators; technical sketches; and plenty of exciting full-color images of a star lineup.
For the make's many fans, this journey is filled with passion and fascination.

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Details:	136 pages, 28 x 22.5 x 1.9 cm / 11 x 8.9 x 0.75 in, hardback
Illustrations:	215 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2012)
ISBN:	9780764340727

Alfa Romeo Arese - Die Produktion der Tipo-105-Modelle

In 1963, the first part of the new Alfa Romeo plant in Arese was put into operation. From then on, the bodies of the Tipo 105 sedan and coupé were produced there. The final assembly of the vehicles was also carried out in Arese.
The production of the engines and other mechanical components was still at the old Portello plant at that time, and was only transferred to Arese in the following years after additional production areas had been completed. Fortunately, many of the production processes of the Tipo 105 models have been photographed over the years.

A book for every enthusiast who would like to see how the vehicle components and vehicles of the Tipo 105 were created, which are still largely responsible for the good reputation of the Alfa Romeo brand today.
All of the photos in this book, most of which have never been published before and were taken in Portello and Arese, date from 1963 to 1972 and show exclusively the production of the Tipo 105 models.

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Author:	Patrick Dasse
Details:	384 pages, 23 x 25.5 cm / 9.1 x 10 in, hardback
Illustrations:	364 b&w photos
Publisher:	Carl W. Dingwort Verlag (D, 2018)
ISBN:	9783871661631

Alfa Romeo, 110 ans (Collection Prestige)

Alfa Romeo is one of the most iconic brands in Italian industry. Throughout its existence - which is celebrating its 110th anniversary in 2020 - it has exalted like no other the brilliance and creativity that characterize "la bella macchina".

This book explores Alfa Romeo's great adventure through some twenty stories in the style of reports. Each subject takes as its starting point a symbolic event that marked the history of the brand. Through these sequences, the reader wanders through the regions of Italy that have contributed to giving diverse colors to the brand with the biscione.

From a date and a place which set the scene and the atmosphere, we discover the actors of the story, the productions of Alfa Romeo, its sporting activities, its contribution to the development of the Italian bodywork, its place in Latin culture.

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Author:	Serge Bellu
Details:	336 pages, 29 x 24 cm / 11.4 x 9 in, hardback, in cassette
Illustrations:	550 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2020)
Series:	Collection Prestige
ISBN:	9791028304119

Alfa Romeo - de 1910 à nos jours

Alfa Romeo has created models that have marked the history of the automobile: the 1900, the Giulietta, the Giulia, the Alfetta and the 164. The brand has also distinguished itself in competition, winning the most important races: Mille Miglia, Le Mans, world championship of makes.

This book traces this epic, including the most recent models, from the 8C to the Stelvio, via the 4C, the Giulietta and the new Giulia.

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Author:	Maurizio Tabucchi
Details:	336 pages, 27 x 24 cm / 10.6 x 9 in, hardback
Illustrations:	700 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2018)
ISBN:	9791028302580

Alfa Romeo - Panorama illustré des modèles

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This book presents the chronological evolution of the different car models produced by Alfa Romeo, an Italian automobile brand founded in 1910.
Alfa Romeo is often associated with motor racing, famous drivers, sportiness and original lines, which constitutes its distinct identity.

The book offers a detailed analysis of this rich heritage through illustrated technical sheets, providing a complete panorama of production since its beginnings.

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Author:	Didier Bordes
Details:	192 pages, 29.5 x 25 x 2.2 cm / 11.6 x 9.8 x 0.87 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Sophia Éditions (F, 2024)
ISBN:	9782385140502

Alfa Romeo Spezial: Einzelstücke - Sonderausführungen - Prototypen

This book is not just another of the usual books about Alfa Romeo. The author has explored the deepest corners of the Alfa archive, thoroughly researched previously neglected topics and written a fascinating and entertaining book that opens up an unusual perspective on Alfa Romeo.
A truly special book about the Promethean spirit of Alfa's creators and designers of special (individual) models far removed from mass production.

Alfa expert and historian Stefano Salvetti was able to unearth real treasures in the car manufacturer's archive: pictures of custom-made models, special bodies and small series, gorgeous upé and convertible variants, one-offs such as Michelotti's "Goccia" and Pininfarina's Giulia TZ2 "Sport Speciale", design experiments, prototypes, station wagons, spiders, bicycle race support vehicles, state limousines and other curiosities such as various variants of Alfa commercial vehicles.

The totality of all special Alfas is too large to be presented in one book. But so that these special models and special features are not completely forgotten, the author has put together an interesting panorama of curiosities in this book that rightly bears the title "Alfa Romeo Special".

The book includes special models from the passenger car and commercial vehicle sectors and portrays numerous lesser-known bodywork companies that have created many of the models presented in the book.
Conclusion: "Alfa Romeo Special" is a truly unique collection of Alfa special models and closes one of the last gaps in the large Alfa Romeo library. A feast for Alfisti!!

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Author:	Stefano Salvetti
Details:	288 pages, 24.5 x 28.5 cm / 9.7 x 11.2 in, hardback
Illustrations:	numerous b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Heel-Verlag GmbH (D, 2018)
ISBN:	9783958437760

Alfa Romeo - Das Werk: Die Ära Arese

Giulia, GT, Alfetta, Giulietta, Alfa 75 - the bestsellers of the traditional Milanese brand Alfa Romeo all come from the legendary Stabilimento di Arese factory. At the time of its construction in the early 1960s, "La Fabbrica" was the most modern automobile production facility, and practically everything that was needed to build the sporty dream cars was manufactured on site.

In his latest work, Alfa expert Umberto Di Paolo presents the history, the factory parts from the forge to the paint shop, the organization, the cars and the protagonists - all uniquely richly illustrated with countless photos from a treasure trove of images that had yet to be dug out of the archives.
This book closes one of the last gaps in the large Alfa Romeo library - a celebration for every Alfista and a monument to the legendary factory as well as to the Alfa creators in the design office and on the assembly line.

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Author:	Umberto Di Paolo
Details:	240 pages, 28.5 x 24 cm / 11.2 x 9 in, hardback
Illustrations:	numerous b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Heel-Verlag GmbH (D, 2017)
ISBN:	9783958434820

Alfa Romeo - Automobili per passione da 110 anni

The book traces the entire history of Alfa Romeo by examining its most intriguing events, focusing on its most famous models as well as the individuals who shaped the destiny of the company, from top executives to lesser-known technicians. It features illustrations provided by the Alfa Romeo Documentation Center in Arese, along with specific images dedicated to iconic vehicles from the "Righini Collection."

Text in Italian.

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Author:	Daniele Buzzonetti, Maurizio Ravaglia
Details:	320 pages, 30 x 25 cm / 11.8 x 9.8 in, hardback
Illustrations:	b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Artioli Editore 1899 (IT, 2017)
ISBN:	9788877921536