History
Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 Pescara Spider
The 6C 2300 Pescara commemorated Carlo Felice Trossi's dramatic victory in the 1934 Coppa Acerbo at Pescara, where he defeated more powerful German opposition through superior handling. Vittorio Jano's 2.3-liter twin-cam six featured advanced metallurgy and careful development from racing experience, producing strong mid-range torque ideal for challenging Italian road conditions. Carrozzeria Touring created svelte spider bodies that exemplified pre-war sporting elegance, with cutaway doors, flowing fenders, and minimal weather protection emphasizing the car's competition pedigree. These rare Alfas bridge the gap between road-going luxury sports cars and the more extreme 8C racing machines.