The Alfa Romeo 8C are a series of automobiles from the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo, which was manufactured from 1931 to 1939. It was further developed from the 6C series, which had also been further developed. The designation 8C stands for eight-cylinder. In addition to racing cars for motorsport, elegant, technically superior individual vehicles were created. The top speed is 185 km / h. By 1939, 30 vehicles had been built (other sources mention 43). Today the 8C are among the most expensive classic cars on the market.