Scorpion's Alive
Tony Dron test drives the Abarth version of the Grande Punto at Balocco to find out if Fiat are doing another badge engineering job. Turns out that this car is well worthy of the Scorpion logo.

Straight out of the Box
While Tony Dron was trying to unstick the Punto, Roberto Giordanelli was sweeping around Franciacorta circuit in a 1980s Formula Fiat Abarth single-seater. These cars gave many Italian drivers their first rung on the motorsport ladder.

Three of a Kind
Not an Italian car with the most enduring build quality, the Alfasud Sprint was nevertheless a very attractive little coupe. Very few have survived and the ones that have are cherished by their enthusiastic owners. Chris Savill manages to find three really good ones.

Chop Top
It might not be the most revered Ferrari in the world, but the big 400 does look good when converted into a cabriolet – if the work is done properly. This car was pruned by Straman with the approval of the Factory, and it goes as well as it looks.

Scud Missile
John Simister ticks off another box on his Exciting New Cars I Have Driven This Year list. It's hard to believe that Ferrari could improve on the F430 but they have. The hard core 430 Scuderia is lighter, more powerful and quicker than the standard car. A clear case of improving on excellence.

Remembering Appia Times
These rare little Zagato-bodied cars are highly prized by Lancia collectors and subsequently attract high values. Simon Park discovers one that has made it to the UK and tries it on for size.

Consorso Dinamico
Andy Heywood reports on what has become one of the finest demonstration events in Europe, let alone Italy. The selection of cars just gets better and better. Andy's words combined with Michael Ward's excellent photography make you feel if you are part of it all. Only the sounds are missing.

Alfa 156 Buyers' Guide
There are lots of versions, but which one is best for you? If you are in the frame for buying an Alfa 156, then Tony Soper explains what to look for and what goes wrong. This is essential reading if you want to enjoy a used Alfa without the tears.