RM Sotheby's has listed a rare Ferrari LaFerrari for auction and we have to say it's a must-buy for any collector, regardless of whether you're a fan of Maranello's steeds or not.
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We can probably all agree the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is one of the most underappreciated cars of the last two decades despite ticking all the boxes of what most people consider to be the quintessential Italian sports car slash gran turismo. 8 photos
The 8C came with a naturally-aspirated 4.7-liter Ferrari V8 producing 450 horsepower, but despite featuring one of the best engines on this planet, it s actually the exterior design that manages to steal the show. Whether it s the coupe or the Spyder version, the two-seater from Alfa Romeo looks nothing short of perfect.
Or so you would have thought until Touring Superleggera released the Disco Volante back in 2013. The Italian coachbuilder somehow managed to make the gorgeous 8C Competizione even more stunning by giving it a pronounced retro vibe.
The Disco Volante Spyder was introduced three years after the initial run of coupes debuted as a way to celebrate the coachbuilder s 90th anniversary. Unlike the Alfa Romeo 8C Spider, which uses a power-folding soft top, the Disco Volante has two manually removable carbon fiber panels that store in the trunk. Mechanically, the Spyder is identical to the 8C, packing a Ferrari-derived 4.7-liter naturally aspirated V-8 sending 450 horsepower to the rear wheels. The Disco Volante also retains most of the 8C s interior, as well as its steel space frame and chassis.
This particular Disco Volante Spyder is the fourth of seven built. Painted in a stunning shade of British Racing Green over green interior, it s just been treated to new tires and a braking system refresh. It s also optioned with a front axle lift system for clearing tougher angles, and comes included with a six-piece luggage set. All it needs is a new owner to drive it.