Alfa Romeo 4C for Sale: Carbon Fiber Supercar with 10K Miles Bidding for Less Than a New Camry

Alfa Romeo 4C Carbon Fiber Baby Supercar, Now Costs Less Than a New Camry

A stunning 2017 Alfa Romeo 4C coupe has appeared on Bring a Trailer, currently bidding at less than the price of a new Toyota Camry. With only 10,810 miles on the odometer, this low-mileage example highlights how Alfa Romeo’s initial overinvestment in exotic materials is now a huge gain for used car buyers. The 4C, featuring a carbon fiber chassis and body panels, is rarer than a Ferrari 458 Italia and offers a raw, analog driving experience that few modern cars can match for the price.

Rarity and Exotic Engineering at a Bargain Price

The Alfa Romeo 4C represents a unique moment in the brand’s history, prioritizing raw driving purity and exotic construction.

• Rarity: With fewer than 9,200 models produced globally between 2013 and 2020, the 4C is statistically rarer than a Ferrari 458 Italia (approx. 15,000 made).
• Carbon Fiber Core: The car is built around a lightweight carbon fiber monocoque chassis (sub-2,500 pounds), a feature typically reserved for much more expensive supercars.
• Affordable Entry: The current bid of just over $26,500 with one day left on the auction makes it an incredibly affordable way to enter the supercar segment.

Desirable Specification and Performance Upgrades

This 2017 coupe, finished in its original black paint, features numerous desirable factory and aftermarket options.

• Exterior Options: Specified with Coupe Convenience and Carbon Fiber Interior Trim packages, along with the Coupe Track Package 1. More carbon fiber is visible on the wing mirrors and rear spoiler.
• Exhaust: Features an Akrapovič exhaust system with blue-tinged, carbon fiber-sheathed center-exit tips, allowing the engine to breathe better.
• Engine: Powered by a 1.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transaxle.
• Brakes: Fitted with four-piston Brembo front brake calipers finished in yellow, clamping down on cross-drilled and ventilated rotors.

The Dual Nature: Charm vs. Challenge

The 4C is celebrated for its uncompromising focus, which leads to both its greatest strengths and its most notable flaws.

• The Best and Worst Interior: The interior constantly reminds the occupant they are in something special, with exposed carbon fiber visible in the center tunnel, floor, and door sills. However, the ergonomics are challenging, particularly for taller drivers, and the difficult entry/exit only “lends more credibility to the idea that this is a baby supercar.”
• Convenience Features: Despite its focus on lightweight performance, the 4C surprisingly includes cruise control, keyless entry, power windows, and an Alpine sound system.
• Maintenance: The low mileage (10,810 miles) suggests common issues like suspension noise are not yet a factor. The only known issue is minor paint chips on the front end, a common problem due to the car’s low ride height.

Final Thoughts: Exclusivity or Practicality?

The auction of this 2017 Alfa Romeo 4C presents buyers with the ultimate dilemma: the raw, analog, mid-engined purity of a carbon fiber Italian exotic for under $30,000, or the reliability, practicality, and comfort of a new Toyota Camry. The Mulsanne, with its looks and handling, justifies its bidding price alone. The choice for the potential buyer is whether to embrace the passionate, albeit impractical, performance dream offered by Alfa’s overinvestment, or to opt for the rational, reliable choice.

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