It seems Stellantis Heritage has a soft spot for the discontinued Alfa Romeo 4C sports car. Hot on the heels of the one-off 4C Unica, part of their exclusive “Designers-Cut” series, the division has now unveiled three new Alfa 4C Collezione GT “Nicola Larini” editions. These special models are inspired by motorsport and emblazoned with the signature of a DTM champion.
In line with the rest of the “Reloaded by
Creators” series, these cars aren’t fresh off the production line but based on
pre-existing Alfa Romeo 4C units. As their name suggests, they pay homage to
racing driver Nicola Larini, who clinched the DTM championship title in 1993
behind the wheel of the Alfa Romeo 155 V6 TI. Larini himself played a key role
in designing these cars, collaborating closely with the Alfa Romeo Centro Stile
team and Stellantis Heritage to create the custom spec models.
The renderings showcase three distinct
liveries—Pine Green, Plum Red, and Ochre Yellow—that harken back to the classic
hues of the 1970s Giulia GT. According to Alfa Romeo Design Project Manager
Alessandro Maccolini, who originally designed the 4C, these shades have been
“slightly revisited to make them more compatible with the 4C’s body”. More
importantly, all three cars feature white front and rear bumpers, with a
matching Alfa Romeo emblem graphic on the hood. The wheels are finished in the
body color, with Larini’s signature featured on the hood and the dashboard.
Following Larini’s input, the interiors are clad in black microfiber to
minimize glare, with color accents that echo the exterior paint, delivering a
cohesive, race-inspired aesthetic.
The reborn 4C units won’t have any chassis
or performance modifications, retaining the original carbon fiber monocoque and
the turbocharged 1.75-liter four-cylinder engine which is good for 237 hp. Alfa Romeo’s mid-engined sportscar remained in production between
2013 and 2020, when it was discontinued without a direct successor. Nicola
Larini expressed his admiration for the Alfa Romeo 4C, stating: “I’ve never
driven such an easy car to manage at high speeds, which is the most important
thing when dealing with powerful vehicles. I think that the 4C will forever
remain in the hearts of car enthusiasts and, especially, new owners of the new
collection which bears my name. I hope they enjoy the very best sporty driving
experience.”
The trio of Alfa Romeo 4C Collezione GT
“Nicola Larini” units are available to order at an undisclosed price, targeting
collectors. Each model will be “produced, certified, and sold directly by the
Stellantis Heritage department,” adding an extra layer of exclusivity to this
rare release.