There's a certain magic in owning an exotic car, especially when it's a bespoke creation like the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. For Glynn Bloomquist, an American entrepreneur with an ardent passion for motorsports and a deep admiration for Enzo Ferrari, it's more than just a car. It's a tribute to a legendary race car heritage and a celebration of racing history.
Bespoke And Ready For Texas
Bloomquist's 33 Stradale is anything but ordinary. Adorned in multilayer Rosso Villa d'Este exterior paint with a striking white stripe on the bumper, it harkens back to the iconic Autodelta Tipo 33 race car. This bespoke livery pays homage to one of the four Tipo 33/3s that competed in the 1970 24 Hours of Le Mans, a nod to a time when Alfa Romeo's prowess roared across racetracks worldwide.
Demonstrating his discerning taste, Bloomquist opted for the Autodelta and Quadrifoglio emblems on the rear intakes, paired with black 20-inch Progressive alloy wheels featuring carbon-fiber inserts. The interior is just as impressive, with the Tributo configuration in two-tone slate and biscuit, aluminum trim, and slate Alcantara upholstery. It's a fusion of style and performance that epitomizes the pinnacle of Alfa Romeo craftsmanship.
A Personal Touch
Adding personal touches that reflect his dual passions for both American and Italian racing, Bloomquist specifically requested the number 14 on the doors and headrests. This detail is a tribute to his two racing idols: Enzo Ferrari, who raced for Alfa Romeo in the 1920s, and AJ Foyt, the legendary American racer. The number 14 signifies the symbiotic relationship between Bloomquist's admiration for Ferrari's legacy and Foyt's unparalleled accomplishments, including four Indianapolis 500 victories.
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Headed For Lone Star State
Thankfully, Bloomquist's 33 Stradale won't be a garage queen. The Texan has plans to unleash its 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, which boasts over 620 horsepower, on the streets and circuits of central Texas. He has confirmed that his custom 33 Stradale will grace local racetracks, giving American enthusiasts a rare glimpse of this masterpiece in action.
"I can't wait to get my hands on the steering wheel of my 33 Stradale and hear the sound of its engine," Bloomquist exclaims. "Of course, it won't stay sitting in the garage. In and around central Texas, where I live, there are plenty of fantastic streets and circuits where I track all my cars, and my Alfa Romeo custom build will be no exception." With such devotion, it's clear that Bloomquist's 33 Stradale will be a living, breathing homage to racing's golden eras.