Introducing the "Alfa-Omega" concept by Red*Star(TM).
I have been an Alfa lover since my mid teens. I even took my very first driver lic. test in a 5 speed manual Spider, and passed in one attempt. I loved the car and getting to know about the heritage of Alfa Romeo.
I really enjoy the "restyling" or "tuner" lifestyle. All these years later I own and manage my own body/paint/custom shop
Red Star Auto Works Inc. - Red Star Auto Works Inc
We are your typical collision repair shop, but with a twist. We openned up at the end of the year 2004. I was looking for a niche that I could grow with. So we started customizing the (at the time) new body style Mustangs. The popularity of these cars in my area is huge. We were picking up new cars from the dealership, lower, striping, fitting wheels, tires and body kits and the dealers were selling like hotcakes.
Since then we have made a good business out of modifying late model and restoring early model Mustangs to along with the standard collision repair business.
I almost thought about buying one...but my beautiful little Spider was just looking at me and the once happy smiling face was now sad. I changed my mind and started thinking of ways to get back into the Alfa mode.
I love the customizing and modifying options that the Mustang aftermarket offers. But, Alfa? No so much. I thought and I drew, I drew and I thought...
I have tried quite a few ways to customize my Alfa and still REMAIN TRUE TO THE MARQUE!!! I had friend telling me to stuff a 5.0 Coyote engine into it...;p
But that wasnt going to happen. WHEN I DRIVE MY ALFA I WANT ALFA SOUND.
I am currently working with Larry Jr at APE and Tony Guinasso at AUTOSCIENTIFIC here in Nor Cal. The plan is to swap out my 2.0 Nord for 164S 3.0 12v with chip. I know that there are "monster" V6 conversions swirling around internet land, but I want ease, realiability and am not interested in reinventing the wheel. Larry is providing experience, bell housing, headers, motor mounts and throttle body along with a few other odds and ends to make this conversion as "clean and painless" as possible. Other engine mods can and will come later once car is fully functional. Tony is providing engine inspection and overhaul while out of the car.
I am providing along with the LOVE and PASSION, the design and body work.
I have posted previous versions of my designs and it seems that there are MANY purists that will have nothing nice to say. Oh well, I'm not building this car for them, IM BUILDING IT FOR ME!!
I wanted to share my design and get feedback. I am kinda expecting a bashing from purists out there.
BUT!!! I am also hoping to inspire and catch a wave of a whole NEW ERA in Alfa Romeo restyling!!!
Alfa coming back to the states is exciting for all of us. Ive noticed that most Alfistis love Guilia and sink their money into 50's and 60's classics which some of us simply cant afford. The 70's GTVs and GTA are GREAT!!! But the Spiders are usuallly reserved for wives or children. The resale value gap between GTV and Spider is huge.
I want to offer Alfa Spiders an opportunity for rebirth into this new era. Ideally, Pre 1975 Spiders are the gems so that these conversions dont turn into a smog/dmv nightmare. But I hear that they may move the smog requirement up to 1981 and older. Until then < 1975 is where Im headed.
I hope you enjoy the image and the vision. Any of you interested in knowing more are welcome to contact me.
I have been an Alfa lover since my mid teens. I even took my very first driver lic. test in a 5 speed manual Spider, and passed in one attempt. I loved the car and getting to know about the heritage of Alfa Romeo.
I really enjoy the "restyling" or "tuner" lifestyle. All these years later I own and manage my own body/paint/custom shop
Red Star Auto Works Inc. - Red Star Auto Works Inc
We are your typical collision repair shop, but with a twist. We openned up at the end of the year 2004. I was looking for a niche that I could grow with. So we started customizing the (at the time) new body style Mustangs. The popularity of these cars in my area is huge. We were picking up new cars from the dealership, lower, striping, fitting wheels, tires and body kits and the dealers were selling like hotcakes.
Since then we have made a good business out of modifying late model and restoring early model Mustangs to along with the standard collision repair business.
I almost thought about buying one...but my beautiful little Spider was just looking at me and the once happy smiling face was now sad. I changed my mind and started thinking of ways to get back into the Alfa mode.
I love the customizing and modifying options that the Mustang aftermarket offers. But, Alfa? No so much. I thought and I drew, I drew and I thought...
I have tried quite a few ways to customize my Alfa and still REMAIN TRUE TO THE MARQUE!!! I had friend telling me to stuff a 5.0 Coyote engine into it...;p
But that wasnt going to happen. WHEN I DRIVE MY ALFA I WANT ALFA SOUND.
I am currently working with Larry Jr at APE and Tony Guinasso at AUTOSCIENTIFIC here in Nor Cal. The plan is to swap out my 2.0 Nord for 164S 3.0 12v with chip. I know that there are "monster" V6 conversions swirling around internet land, but I want ease, realiability and am not interested in reinventing the wheel. Larry is providing experience, bell housing, headers, motor mounts and throttle body along with a few other odds and ends to make this conversion as "clean and painless" as possible. Other engine mods can and will come later once car is fully functional. Tony is providing engine inspection and overhaul while out of the car.
I am providing along with the LOVE and PASSION, the design and body work.
I have posted previous versions of my designs and it seems that there are MANY purists that will have nothing nice to say. Oh well, I'm not building this car for them, IM BUILDING IT FOR ME!!
I wanted to share my design and get feedback. I am kinda expecting a bashing from purists out there.
BUT!!! I am also hoping to inspire and catch a wave of a whole NEW ERA in Alfa Romeo restyling!!!
Alfa coming back to the states is exciting for all of us. Ive noticed that most Alfistis love Guilia and sink their money into 50's and 60's classics which some of us simply cant afford. The 70's GTVs and GTA are GREAT!!! But the Spiders are usuallly reserved for wives or children. The resale value gap between GTV and Spider is huge.
I want to offer Alfa Spiders an opportunity for rebirth into this new era. Ideally, Pre 1975 Spiders are the gems so that these conversions dont turn into a smog/dmv nightmare. But I hear that they may move the smog requirement up to 1981 and older. Until then < 1975 is where Im headed.
I hope you enjoy the image and the vision. Any of you interested in knowing more are welcome to contact me.