Nissan 370Z Forum  

Alfa Romeo 6C

Originally Posted by BlackZeda I know you guys like these Alfa Romeos, and they sound like great performance cars, but aren't you concerned about the reliability? I love Italian cars,

Go Back   Nissan 370Z Forum > Nissan 370Z General Area > The Lounge (Off Topic) > Other Vehicles


Like Tree17Likes

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 01-18-2017, 08:30 PM   #16 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by BlackZeda View Post
I know you guys like these Alfa Romeos, and they sound like great performance cars, but aren't you concerned about the reliability? I love Italian cars, but I would never want to own one.
IMHO.... I'm not worried. For a Ferrari California engine with 2 cylinders lobbed off and two turbos added? I'll take it!!! When in life will I be able to afford a Ferrari?

These Alfa's for me are a dream come true. Reliability in a bland looking overrated BMW would bother me much more. Ferrari engine and Ferrari tuned suspension on the quadrifoglio.
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-18-2017, 08:35 PM   #17 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by OptionZero View Post
The 4c was so frustrating - they went lightweight and minimal except they didnt give it a manual tranny even as an option.

It was the weight to power ratio and the lack of power steering. It was safer to make a DCT only. If it would have been made as a manual with the experience of drivers today, it would have had to been cut by 50HP and add power steering.

This was the purest n most logical safe combination.
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-19-2017, 08:49 AM   #18 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
BlackZeda's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Englewood, CO
Posts: 1,109
Drives: 19 Audi TT RS
Rep Power: 22
BlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond reputeBlackZeda has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370 View Post
IMHO.... I'm not worried. For a Ferrari California engine with 2 cylinders lobbed off and two turbos added? I'll take it!!! When in life will I be able to afford a Ferrari?

These Alfa's for me are a dream come true. Reliability in a bland looking overrated BMW would bother me much more. Ferrari engine and Ferrari tuned suspension on the quadrifoglio.
I think you are making my case from my perspective. I have no interest in ever owning a Ferrari even though they are some of my favorite cars. Unless I was rich, but even then I would probably go for a Porsche or Mercedes.

IMO the M4 looks so much better than the Alfa, but then again I have no desire to own a BMW ever either.

Unless you are very well off, I think you are crazy for entertaining the idea of buying an Alfa Romeo.
BlackZeda is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-19-2017, 01:56 PM   #19 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by BlackZeda View Post
I think you are making my case from my perspective. I have no interest in ever owning a Ferrari even though they are some of my favorite cars. Unless I was rich, but even then I would probably go for a Porsche or Mercedes.

IMO the M4 looks so much better than the Alfa, but then again I have no desire to own a BMW ever either.

Unless you are very well off, I think you are crazy for entertaining the idea of buying an Alfa Romeo.
One man's dream is another man's nightmare. A Porsche is a dime a dozen. Benz is definitely hot. I'm not sure that the Alfa has all the uber expensive computer controls and high engineering of the Ferrari bring repair costs down dramatically....

And again you're SPECULATING that a completely brand new platform is unreliable. Plenty of unreliable brands have had reliable models in the range. A lot of research and engineering went into this car.

There are plenty of people that would never buy a Z cuz tires can't be rotated and are too expensive. Or because VLSD needs maintaining and insurance is high. To each his own.
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-04-2017, 06:49 AM   #20 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Maybe I'm overreaching with this one but it would be amazing if the 6c was the Giulia coupe about to be displayed in Geneva. If the car on this thread is the Giulia coupe? Goodbye Z35. I won't waste my time buying a short Q60.... I really thought Nissan was making us wait to do more than just the same old shyt...

Alfa sprints toward Geneva with two-door Giulia - Autoblog
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-15-2017, 05:16 PM   #21 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Alfa Romeo 6C Disco Volante Design Study Is An Italian Beauty

Alfa Romeo 6c design study. One of them is a hatch.... maybe a hatch sports car? Cuz the design study looks hella aggressive. Two specialty cars as well. Yessss!!!
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980

Last edited by UNKNOWN_370; 04-15-2017 at 05:18 PM.
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 04-15-2017, 07:08 PM   #22 (permalink)
Base Member
 
Xhilr8n!'s Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2016
Location: Asheville, NC, USA
Posts: 132
Drives: 2016 370Z Nismo
Rep Power: 8
Xhilr8n! is on a distinguished road
Default

Oh my. I rarely use this word but that car is sexy.
__________________
Lotus: 1974 Europa, 2005 track Elise, 2011 Evora S
DD: 2015 Honda Civic Si, Toyota Tundra TRD PRO
2007 350Z, 2010 370Z 40th, 2016 370Z Nismo, should read XZILR8N!
Xhilr8n! is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-23-2018, 04:44 AM   #23 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default Dreams May Actually Come True?

https://carbuzz.com/news/alfa-romeo-...-jaguar-f-type

As a potential Jaguar F-Type competitor. Having driven the Giulia, i don't doubt this car would be king of the segment.
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-23-2018, 11:49 AM   #24 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
Firebase99's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: fl
Posts: 1,372
Drives: 14 3.8 Gen Coupe GT
Rep Power: 14034
Firebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond reputeFirebase99 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

I’ll take three. Red, black and blue. My assistant will settle the bill.
UNKNOWN_370 and ZCanadian like this.
__________________
'14 3.8 Genesis Coupe, '13 Volvo S60, '04 Honda Accord, '13 370Z-sold, '05 350Z Touring-sold, '92 300Z Twin Turbo-sold, '82 280ZX-gone, '79 260Z-gone
Firebase99 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-23-2018, 12:24 PM   #25 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
ZCanadian's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,058
Drives: 2013 370Z
Rep Power: 60273
ZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond repute
Default

The latest reports all trace back to a comment from Eduard Pogea, a respected German tuner, who apparently spoke with this "reliable source" and got the scoop. It's been circulating around the internet for a few days now.

Problem I have, is getting my head around the words "reliable", "information", and "Alfa Romeo" all being used in the same sentence!

The 6C has long been rumoured (since 2014 at least), and most peg it as coming in as a sportier version of the Maserati Alfieri. That car has been shown for 5 years now, but production is delayed to 2020 according to latest reports. This would mesh with the latest rumour, that a 6C would also come out in 2020.

AFAIK, the Alfieri was developed independently of the Giorgio platform that underpins Giulia and Stelvio. Whether Masterati ditches their car's design in favour of adopting cousin Alfa's platform or not, I wouldn't know. If they do, then it will not have the carbon fibre structure that makes the 4C such a lightweight. Instead, it will be a sexy, bulky GT car in line with the hefty Giulia. Still, stick a good drive train in, and proper suspension, and it will be sharp. But look for it to cost north of US$100,000. There is no reason to come in lighter.
Attached Images
File Type: jpg cGBrlmE.jpg (379.2 KB, 13 views)
ZCanadian is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-27-2018, 12:57 PM   #26 (permalink)
Base Member
 
2011_6Spd's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Orlando, FL
Age: 44
Posts: 124
Drives: 2011 370z 6spd sport
Rep Power: 14
2011_6Spd is on a distinguished road
Default

The 6C is strictly a “special” model with production set to be capped to just a few thousand. Good luck getting your hands on one of them. Looks like a sharp car and nice power to boot.
__________________
2011 Brilliant Silver 6spd w/sport pkg
2008 Silver CBR600RR
2011_6Spd is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-27-2018, 04:50 PM   #27 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
ZCanadian's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,058
Drives: 2013 370Z
Rep Power: 60273
ZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by 2011_6Spd View Post
The 6C is strictly a “special” model with production set to be capped to just a few thousand. Good luck getting your hands on one of them. Looks like a sharp car and nice power to boot.
Source for this information?

Alfa cannot survive on unprofitable limited run cars. And they cannot price them high enough to make money on short runs. If is cousin to Alfieri as has been indicated for 5 years, then there is no reason to limit its numbers. Although the market will do that to some extent. But if Alfa is to go after the 911 market, they can’t just play peek-and-tease.

There has alwasy been a spot for a “specialty” car in the Alfa Romeo product plan. Pretty sure that this will be the car. But “specialty” does not ot itself imply a limited run. All Alfa “C” cars have been “special”.
ZCanadian is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-07-2019, 11:56 AM   #28 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Guess who's back in the press?

https://carbuzz.com/news/this-could-...e-toyota-supra
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-07-2019, 01:34 PM   #29 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
ZCanadian's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,058
Drives: 2013 370Z
Rep Power: 60273
ZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond reputeZCanadian has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370 View Post
All speculation - what they "want" to see. Not what is going to happen at Alfa. Nice as it looks, it's somebody's art project and nothing more.

They have long wheelbase versions of the Giulia and Stelvio planned, the smaller SUV "Tonale" just released, a larger SUV, and the 8C. There will be another specialty car, announced as the GTV (also has a special place in Alfa history). Also, electrification of several of the products. Judging by the fact they trademarked the name "Giulietta" in the USA last year and there are two teams running that car in the US in road series right now, I would guess that it will also make it to these shores in mid-model-refresh form in the next year or two.

This is official - from last summer's FCA AGM.
Attached Images
File Type: jpg Alfa Product Plan 2018-06-01.jpg (74.3 KB, 5 views)
ZCanadian is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 05-08-2019, 02:43 AM   #30 (permalink)
A True Z Fanatic
 
UNKNOWN_370's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858
UNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond reputeUNKNOWN_370 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by ZCanadian View Post
All speculation - what they "want" to see. Not what is going to happen at Alfa. Nice as it looks, it's somebody's art project and nothing more.

They have long wheelbase versions of the Giulia and Stelvio planned, the smaller SUV "Tonale" just released, a larger SUV, and the 8C. There will be another specialty car, announced as the GTV (also has a special place in Alfa history). Also, electrification of several of the products. Judging by the fact they trademarked the name "Giulietta" in the USA last year and there are two teams running that car in the US in road series right now, I would guess that it will also make it to these shores in mid-model-refresh form in the next year or two.

This is official - from last summer's FCA AGM.
Yes it was speculation just like the original article. All that said. I remember when the c8 and giulia were both speculations.

There's two types of rumors. One you know is a pipe dream. Like the RX9 cuz there's no proof a 13x has passed emissions. Then you have rumors based on existing platforms and engine options. This rumor falls into the latter. So I follow for the sheer joy of hope. As with the c8. Which everyone was telling me it was BS.
__________________
Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980
UNKNOWN_370 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
The new Alfa Romeo Giulia Haboob Other Vehicles 159 09-03-2019 07:49 PM
Sell my Z for Alfa Romeo 4C? sunkist350z Other Vehicles 120 11-07-2017 09:54 AM
Alfa Romeo 4C Cabrio DLSTR Other Vehicles 1 03-28-2014 06:20 PM
First Alfa Romeo 4C's delivered DLSTR Other Vehicles 9 11-07-2013 10:41 PM
Alfa Romeo GIRLS Super Dance Show NSFW AK370Z Gentleman's Club 11 12-20-2009 06:06 AM


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:03 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0 PL2