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The 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera, designed by Fabrizio Giugiaro at ItalDesign, was a high-performance concept car paying tribute to Alfa Romeo’s racing heritage. Named Scighera, meaning "mist" in Milanese dialect, the car blended cutting-edge technology with classic Alfa design cues. It featured a mid-front-mounted 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine producing 400 hp, paired with a six-speed sequential gearbox and an advanced all-wheel-drive system. Weighing just 1,200 kg, it could accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds.
The Scighera’s body was crafted entirely from aluminum and mounted on a lightweight aluminum-carbon fiber composite frame. Its extreme aerodynamic shape incorporated a front spoiler inspired by Formula 1, while Alfa Romeo’s signature grille seamlessly extended into the bonnet. The car also introduced the distinctive "clown-eye" headlight design. The windscreen design echoed classic 1950s and 1960s sports cars, integrating into the chassis structure without compromising accessibility.
One of the most innovative features was its large, single-piece bonnet and wing assembly, which opened in two stages—one for refueling and another for full engine access. A built-in window in the bonnet provided a view of the engine, and the gull-wing-style side windows could be removed to transform the car into an open-top roadster. With its mix of bold design, lightweight materials, and high-performance engineering, the Scighera remains one of the most striking Alfa Romeo concept cars ever built.
