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		<title>The 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider: An Expression of Historical Alfa Convertibles</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:17:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[The 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Since the 1950s Giulietta, Duetto and 1990s Spider, the Alfa Romeo convertible sports car (Alfa-talk â€œSpiderâ€) plays a large role in the manufacturerâ€™s tradition in keeping its character alive. For 2006, Alfa Romeo presents the Spider fast car that guarantees to perform beyond as expected with a Spider â€“ dramatic styles, powerful performance, elastic engines, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p align="justify">Since the 1950s Giulietta, Duetto and 1990s Spider, the Alfa  Romeo <strong>convertible sports car</strong> (Alfa-talk â€œSpiderâ€) plays a large role in the manufacturerâ€™s tradition in  keeping its character alive.</p>
<p align="justify">For 2006, Alfa Romeo presents the Spider <strong>fast car</strong> that guarantees to perform beyond as expected with a Spider â€“ dramatic styles, powerful performance, elastic engines, comfortable driving and handling, up-to-date technology and made with high-quality materials.</p>
<p align="justify">The new Alfa Spider <strong>super  fast car</strong>, developed by Pininfarina and styled by Alfa Romeo, retains its brand traditions, Italian sophistication and high-class motoring. With these unique characteristics, it comes no shock that at its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the Alfa Spider <strong>supercar  automobile</strong> has been awarded the â€œ2006 Cabrio of the Yearâ€.</p>
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<p align="justify">Judged by the Cabriolet Committee, comprising of 23 automobile journalists from 12 countries, the 2006 Alfa Spider passed the two vital contest conditions â€“ a debutant at the Motor Show and should not have a tag price of more than 60,000 Swiss Francs.<strong> </strong></p>
<p align="justify">The Alfa Spider is a 2-seater <strong>fast sports car </strong>characterized by elongated rear lights and four  impressive exhaust terminals that emphasizes the impact of a great disposition.</p>
<p align="justify">A <strong>hot fast car</strong> in  the market, the interior of the Spider provides a comfortable driving pleasure  due to its high-quality materials.</p>
<p align="justify">The Alfa Spider <strong>fast  cars </strong>come with standard steering wheel-mounted radio controls, dual-zone  climate control system and VDC cruise controls.</p>
<p align="justify">Speaking of the monstrous engine of the Spider <strong>fast cool cars</strong>, the client are provided with two choices â€“ 185 HP 2.2-liter JTS engine or the more aggressive 260 HP 3.2-liter JTS. Both of these engines are equipped with a 6-speed manual gearbox that can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds or less and can rocket up to a top speed of 150 mph or more (depending on which engine the <strong>super fast car</strong> is used).</p>
<p align="justify">The 2006 Alfa Spider <strong>fast  cars</strong> guarantee superb dynamic performance by integrating a Multilink at the  rear and a double wishbone suspension at the front.</p>
<p align="justify">A noteworthy feature of the Spider and all 3.2 Alfa Romeo <strong>fast car</strong> versions is the innovative Q4 four-wheel drive. In fact, it has been awarded with five prominent Euro NCAP stars due to all the safety features and electronic vehicle dynamic control systems, from braking to traction, which the Spider possesses.</p>
<div>With  the top down, the Spiderâ€™s elegant leather exterior and metallic roll bars is definitely  a <strong>fast car</strong> head turner in any driving  situation.</div>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2006 ALFA ROMEO SPIDER  SPECIFICATIONS</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>GENERAL INFO</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Price: $33,000 (Estimate)</li>
<li>Curb Weight: 3131 lbs</li>
<li>Height: 53.3 in</li>
<li>Length: 171.4 in</li>
<li>Drivetrain Layout: Front Engine/ AWD</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>FUEL</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Capacity: 18.5 Gallons</li>
<li>Average Fuel Economy(Liters per 100km): 9.4</li>
<li>Type: Gasoline â€“ Petrol</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>TRANSMISSION</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Name: 6-speed Manual</li>
<li>Speed: 6 Gears</li>
<li>Type: Manual<strong></strong></li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Engine </strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Type: 3.2L JTS V6</li>
<li>Displacement: 194 Ci/ 3179 Cc</li>
<li>Horsepower: 260 HP @ 6200 RPM</li>
<li>Torque: 237 ft-lbs @ 4500 RPM</li>
<li>Redline: N/A</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Performance </strong></p>
<ol>
<li>0-60 mph: 6.3 seconds</li>
<li>0-100 mph: N/A</li>
<li>200-ft Skidpad: N/A</li>
<li>Top speed: 150 mph</li>
<li>Braking (60-0 mph): N/A</li>
<li>Slalom Speed: N/A</li>
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		<title>The 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera: A Super Machine underneath its Sporty Elegance</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:16:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>marvin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[The 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[In the 2004 Geneva, the Alfa Romeo Brera Concept, which was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, built by Pininfarina and manufactured by Alfa Romeo, became such a hit that after three years, it was developed as a real fast car production. Derived from the 1990â€™s Spyder and GTV, Alfa Romeo takes pride in rejuvenating its image [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p align="justify">In the 2004 Geneva, the Alfa Romeo Brera Concept, which was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, built by Pininfarina and manufactured by Alfa Romeo, became such a hit that after three years, it was developed as a real <strong>fast car</strong> production.</p>
<p align="justify">Derived from the 1990â€™s Spyder and GTV, Alfa Romeo takes pride in rejuvenating its image as a builder of sophisticated, high-performance, elegantly designed, <strong>super  fast cars</strong>.</p>
<p align="justify">Similar to the Brera Concept car, the 2006 Brera <strong>new fast car</strong> is presented with a unique exterior style including its steel-eyed inset, large glass roof, protruding nose, fashionable 3-beamy headlights, a distinctive pentagon rear window and its pointed hood.</p>
<p align="justify">On the other hand, a number of improvements have also been made â€“ including the expansion of its height and length, upgrade of three different engines and a downgrade from its scissor-style doors to the standard <strong>fast sports car</strong> door.</p>
<p align="justify">The 2006 Brera <strong>hot  fast car</strong> is equipped with a 2.2-liter, 185 horsepower inline-4 engine with  JTS (Direct-Injection). However, those preferring <strong>super fast cars</strong>, an optional 3.2L, 260-horsepower V6 engine (developed  by General Motors and Fiat) can also be purchased.</p>
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<p align="justify">This Brera <strong>fast cool  car</strong> can produce up to a 260 horsepower at 6300 rpm and 237 lbs-ft of torque at 4500, with a 4500-rpm redline that can boost up to a top speed of 155 mph.</p>
<p align="justify">An impressive feature of these <strong>fast new cars </strong>is that the turbo diesel V6 can let you save fuel  economy, while handling a high-performance <strong>sports  car</strong>. Â Since diesels have never been  compatible with <strong>fast sports cars</strong>, the integration of this concept from manufacturers such as BMW and Benz, and now the Alfa Romeo, can make Brera the fastest Alfa ever produced.</p>
<p align="justify">For years, many Alfa Romeo <strong>super fast cars </strong>encounter some problems with the chassis. However, with the 2006 Brera with a V6 Q4 version, every performance characteristics are lifted to a significantly higher level.</p>
<p align="justify">With the dramatic designs of Giorgetto Giugiaro and  high-quality production by Alfa Romeo, the 2006 Brera <strong>new fast cars</strong> offers crisp handling with superb riding, great-sounding TurboDiesel V6 engines and stylish cabins and impressive panoramic glass roof.</p>
<div>Although since the early â€˜90s, Alfa has not been present in the U.S. market, it is rumored that the coming 2007 will give way to its comeback. Watch out for announcements in the months to come.</div>
<p align="justify"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2006 ALFA ROMERO BRERA  SPECIFICATIONS</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>GENERAL INFO</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Price: $40,000 &#8212; $65,000</li>
<li>Curb Weight: 3593 lbs</li>
<li>Height: 54 in</li>
<li>Length: 173.8 in</li>
<li>Drivetrain Layout: Front Engine/ All Wheel Drive</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>FUEL</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Capacity: 18.5 Gallons</li>
<li>Average Fuel Economy(Miles per gallon): 24.6 mpg</li>
<li>Type: Gas</li>
<li>Recommended fuel: Diesel</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>TRANSMISSION</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Name: 6-speed Manual</li>
<li>Speed: 6 Gears</li>
<li>Type: Manual<strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Engine </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Type: 2.2L Inline-4 with JTS</li>
</ul>
<p>(Optional) TurboDiesel  V6</p>
<ul>
<li>Displacement: 146.5 Ci/ 2400 Cc</li>
<li>Horsepower: 260 HP @ 6300 RPM</li>
<li>Torque: 237 ft-lbs @ 4500 RPM</li>
<li>Redline: 4500 RPM</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Performance </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>0-60 mph: 7 seconds</li>
<li>0-100 mph: seconds</li>
<li>200-ft Skidpad: N/A</li>
<li>Top speed: 155 mph</li>
<li>Braking (60-0 mph): N/A</li>
<li>Slalom Speed: N/A</li>
</ul>
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