1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

Among the droves of classic Alfa Romeo 8Cs present for the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, this 1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato stood out in particular. The Alfa Romeo 8C was the definitive Italian sports and racing car of the pre-war era, and the 8C 2300 featured here has had a beautiful body draped over it by legendary Italian design house, Zagato. That is why it caught my eye at this most prestigious of automotive events.

From what I understand, this unique 8C 3200 was originally commissioned by a famous Italian boat racer named Ambrogio Castiglioni. Its creme white color and swooping, art deco lines make it stand out tremendously among other Alfa Romeos of the era, which were often styled pretty sparsely in order to save weight for racing.

At Pebble Beach, the 8C 2300 Spider Zagato was beyond elegant. The grand finale of Monterey Car Week, their Concours d’Elegance is probably the most prestigious such event in the world, so for a car to be eye catching there, it must be pretty special. Enjoy the photos of this magnificent machine.

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Spider Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

-Photos by Nick Walker

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