We suspected it did, but could not pin down exactly which car inspired the Alfa shield in oversized, vertical form — combined with twin intake jellybeans on either side. What shape are those extra grilles!? Pointed toward the edges of the nose, but rounded around the grille section. It is a fantastic look on the 4C. In person, this new Alfa is absolutely brilliant. Gorgeous.
Versus the chrome treatment on these 3000CM grilles, the 4C employs a negative space, sunken and carved out of the painted surfaces. It is modern but has roots, as seen here.
This 6C 3000CM is the coupe, with relatively frumpy rear-end and practical roofline.The 6C came in many varieties, however, many of which were Barchetta spiders and speedsters. A bit closer to the 4C’s ethos, then, in the sportier versions.
But this Alfa from 62 years ago is still a big part of the brand today, in the face of the 4C.
Explore the 2015 4C over at the link below to capture the Alfa magic in a modern sports-car.
http://www.alfaromeousa.com/
1953 Alfa Romeo 6C 3000CM
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