2008 Pur Sang 8C Monza - £395,

Hexagon Classics are thrilled to offer this wonderful Pur Sang 8C Monza which has been carefully patinated to pay homage to the artistry of those wonderful original Alfa Romeos. Around 190 of the special Alfa Romeo 8Cs were built between 1931 and 1934. They embodied some of the most advanced technology of their time: in-line eights with dual overhead camshafts, superchargers and a driving position set well back behind the long bonnet. The Alfa Romeo 8C was the supercar of its day. This 2008 Pur Sang provides the real 8C driving experience, produced in the 21st Century. The 8C drives easily on the road. It’s not modern, far from it, but it’s straightforward and mechanically logical. Driven conservatively it pulls from minimal rpm in any gear with power and a great straight-eight sound. The steering is light and stable above parking speeds; it goes wherever it’s pointed. The 2.6 litre 195 bhp engine’s inertia and the straight-cut gearbox may take a little getting used to, as does the centr