From May 24 to 25, the shores of Lake Como will once again host one of Italy’s most evocative celebrations of automotive heritage: FuoriConcorso 2025. This year’s edition, titled “Velocissimo – Italian Race Cars,” is set to capture the very soul of Italian motorsport through a curated display of legendary machines. In this fittingly glamorous setting, Alfa Romeo will take centre stage as an Official Partner, transforming the historic Villa Sucota into the “Casa Alfa Romeo” – a dedicated homage to the brand’s unrivalled legacy in competitive racing and aesthetic innovation.
A Living Museum on the Lake
Founded in 2019 by Guglielmo Miani, FuoriConcorso has quickly become a landmark international event, drawing collectors, enthusiasts, and historians from around the globe. For the 2025 edition, Alfa Romeo’s display will serve as a visceral journey through decades of racing brilliance, blending the past and present in an immersive exhibition of around 15 rare and historically significant models. These include vehicles from the prestigious Alfa Romeo Museum in Arese, alongside rarities from private collections – a treasure trove for the connoisseur.
Icons of Performance and Elegance
Among the highlights, the 1930 6C 1750 Gran Sport stands as a powerful symbol of Alfa Romeo’s golden age of endurance racing. Penned by Zagato and powered by a supercharged inline-six, this model is etched into the annals of motorsport thanks to its remarkable triumphs in the Mille Miglia, Targa Florio and beyond. Most famously, it was the car in which Tazio Nuvolari etched his name into legend, achieving the first-ever average speed of over 100 km/h in the Mille Miglia – and in a nail-biting duel with teammate Achille Varzi, no less.
Progressing through history, the spotlight shifts to the 1965 Giulia TZ2 – a vision of aerodynamic beauty and engineering brilliance. Designed by Ercole Spada at Zagato, the TZ2 is defined by its sculpted fiberglass body and its iconic Kamm-tail rear. Beneath the surface lies a race-tuned 1.6L twin-cam engine, capable of producing 170 hp and achieving speeds up to 250 km/h. Its prowess was proven on the global stage with class victories at the 1000 km of Monza, 12 Hours of Sebring, and the Nürburgring – a true embodiment of Alfa’s competitive DNA.
No tribute to Italian racing royalty would be complete without the 1975 33 TT12. With its low-slung body, side fins, and distinctive periscope intake, the TT12 is not just a visual spectacle but a technical powerhouse. Under its skin lies a three-litre flat-12 engine pushing over 500 hp, developed in the crucible of the World Championship for Makes. Driven by the likes of Mario Andretti, Jacky Ickx and Arturo Merzario, the TT12 dominated the 1975 season with seven wins from eight races, sealing Alfa Romeo’s fourth world title and reaffirming its place in the pantheon of endurance racing.
Nearby, visitors will encounter the 1951 GP Tipo 159 “Alfetta,” a car that represents Alfa Romeo’s pioneering influence in Formula 1. As an evolution of the Tipo 158, the 159 delivered Juan Manuel Fangio his first World Championship title following Nino Farina’s inaugural F1 crown in 1950. With its De Dion rear suspension and a 1.5-litre supercharged engine capable of reaching 450 hp, the Alfetta remains a technological marvel and a monument to Alfa’s early dominance in the sport.
A Contemporary Masterpiece: The New 33 Stradale
Completing this illustrious line-up is a bold bridge between past and present – the new Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, unveiled in 2023. With just 33 units built, each one tailored to its owner, this modern interpretation honours the iconic 1967 original, often hailed as the most beautiful car ever made. Built for both the road and the track, the 33 Stradale channels its racing bloodline through cutting-edge performance and bespoke craftsmanship – a celebration of Alfa Romeo’s continuing pursuit of elegance and speed without compromise.
A Celebration of Timeless Passion
With its commanding presence at FuoriConcorso 2025, Alfa Romeo reinforces its status not only as a manufacturer of cars, but as a custodian of culture, competition, and design. The vehicles on display – each a milestone in the marque’s illustrious journey – reflect a singular devotion to the art of performance and the thrill of speed.
As the curtain rises on “Velocissimo – Italian Race Cars”, Alfa Romeo invites the world to step into its living legacy at Villa Sucota – where innovation meets emotion, and where every curve, line and engine note tells a story that continues to reverberate through the ages.
