The Alfa Romeo SZ and its convertible model, the RZ, are two of the weirdest vehicles ever to put on an Alfa Romeo badge and Doug DeMuro not too long ago had the chance to overview a uncommon RZ mannequin.

The automotive got here to life due to Alfa Romeo and Zagato and whereas Zagato is finest identified for designing vehicles, it was given the duty of constructing the SZ and RZ whereas Alfa Romeo was behind its controversial appears to be like.

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A lot of the overview is targeted on the weird exterior and inside designs of the RZ. The bizarre design decisions begin on the entrance finish with a small entrance grille and 6 little sq. headlights. Issues are much more weird alongside the edges with an awfully excessive beltline and are available to a crescendo on the rear which sits very excessive and makes the RZ appear like the automotive equal of a humpback whale.

Then there’s the convertible roof. To place it up or down, you should first make sure the engine is off and press a button on the transmission tunnel that opens up a bit of flap. You then have to fold the driving force’s seat ahead earlier than pulling a bit of tab hidden behind it. You possibly can then open the rear cowl and carry out the roof and safe it into place.

Powering the Alfa Romeo SZ and RZ is a 3.0-liter naturally-aspirated V6 pumping out 207 hp that’s coupled to a five-speed handbook transmission. Whereas the appears to be like are odd, DeMuro discovered that it’s really fairly enjoyable to drive.