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Building on last year’s limited edition Alfa 147 Collezione, Italian sporting car manufacturer, Alfa Romeo, has updated the 2008 Model Year version by adding a lowered suspension, new paint combinations, leather interior and exclusive 17 inch alloy wheels. Also, for the first time ever, the Alfa 147 Collezione will be available in Ghiaccio White special paint finish, along with the option of a black gloss roof. -Continued

Available in the UK from Saturday 9 February at £13,950, the latest versions of the 3 and 5-door Alfa 147 Collezione are offered with either a 1.6TS petrol or 1.9JTDM diesel engine, both producing 120 bhp. The Alfa 147 Collezione accelerates from 0-62 mph (100 km.h) in 10.6 and 9.6 seconds respectively and on to top speeds of 120 and 121 mph (193 km/h & 195 km/h).

Italian car site “Infomotori” is reporting that Alfa Romeo will introduce a special edition version of the 147 compact hatch developed in collaboration with Ducati Corse. The 147 Ducati Corse will be equipped with an enhanced version of the 1.9 turbodiesel engine, developing 170 Hp (+20 Hp). The extra 20Hp will be available via a power-boost switch in the centre console. Apart fom the more aggressive bodykit, the sporty trim and the 18-inch alloy wheels, the Ducati Corse version will also feature Alfa Romeo’s "Q2" limited slip differential.

Via: Autoblog.it , Source: Infomotori