Alfa Romeo presents the Giulia Quadrifoglio Collezione and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Collezione, two limited-edition creations made to celebrate one of the brand’s most famous symbols: the Quadrifoglio, which brings with it a centuries-old quest for technical excellence applied to competitions and production cars.
Created back in 1923, when the driver Ugo Sivocci won the Targa Florio in his Alfa Romeo RL embellished with the auspicious logo, the iconic emblem was used to identify the brand’s race cars. In 1963, with the Giulia Ti Super, the legendary logo left the track for the road and went on to distinguish the most powerful and exclusive road cars, marking the beginning of a new era for the brand of noble Italian Sportiness.
That year resurfaces strongly in this special series, available now in 63 units for the European, MEA, China and Japanese markets, to take the Alfa Romeo spirit and pride to the four corners of the earth, with just two Giulia versions destined for the UK.
The Giulia Quadrifoglio Collezione and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Collezione take shape in the Cassino factory, where traditional Italian artisanship meets the most advanced technology, breathing life into unique models. They feature two new interpretations of the ‘Rosso Villa D’Este’ paint used on the 33 Stradale – ‘Rosso Collezione Giulia’ and ‘Rosso Collezione Stelvio’ – and continue the long history of Alfa Romeo reds, which have become part of the collective unconscious.
Over the years, Alfa Romeo red has been transformed alongside the brand’s evolution, from iconic pastels and evocative metallics to the more sophisticated tri-coat, each new shade has recounted a different chapter in the brand’s identity. Rosso Villa d’Este, initially produced for the 4C Concept, represents a turning point, bringing a colour linked to the racing world to a more exclusive and prestigious clientele. It is a deep red, rich in ink, which can switch from red to black depending on the light. In the new limited editions, this colour is reinterpreted in two different, but complementary expressions: the Giulia is darker, almost black in shades, in tune with its soul of extreme sportiness, while the Stelvio favours a brighter and more open reading of red, a shade that reflects a more multifaceted sportiness, suitable for a powerful but versatile SUV. Two different means to recount the same legend of colour, both faithful to the essence of Alfa Romeo.
Inside, the leather-upholstered dashboard with red stitching creates a warm and all-encompassing environment. The leather and Alcantara seats are personalised with the individual number of each car embroidered into the headrests, such as “1 di 63 Collezione”, making each a unique model. Finally, the passenger compartment is embellished with Sparco seats with carbon-fibre shell and leather upholstered central armrest and door panels.
Under the bonnet roars the powerful 520hp 2.9-litre V6, which embodies the sporting tradition of Alfa Romeo and restores the brand’s instinctive connection to driving. The sound of the V6 is made even more distinctive by the Akrapovič exhaust system, included as standard. Carbon fibre, a symbol of the racing soul of the Quadrifoglio, is used on components such as the front badge, mirror caps, central tunnel and dashboard, while an exposed carbon-fibre roof adds a technical and assertive touch to the car. Finally, the standard carbon-ceramic braking system, which as well as guaranteeing the utmost braking performance, adds a distinctive stylistic touch thanks to the red Alfa Romeo signature on the burnished anodized calipers.
Due to their unique nature, the limited editions also come complete with ‘Instant Classic Certification’ issued by Alfa Romeo Classiche. Their combination of beauty and technical excellence, inherent in Alfa Romeo DNA, makes each car a work of art in motion, made to leave an indelible mark on the hearts of enthusiasts.
The Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Collezione are not therefore just two special editions, but an authentic tribute to a symbol that has always distinguished the most fascinating and high-performance Alfa Romeo cars. They are objects of design and innovation, with the ability to rouse emotions at the first glance and adrenaline at the first touch of the accelerator.