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Alfa Romeo · Sports Car · 2007–2010

Alfa Romeo 8C 920

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants

Body Variants

The Alfa Romeo 8C 920 is available as Coupé and Cabrio — choose your body type for specific insurance data:

Coupé
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Cabrio
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Engine Overview

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8C Competizione · Benziner· 450 PS
2007 2010
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
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8C Spider · Benziner· 450 PS
2008 2010
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
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The Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (Benziner, 450 PS) has the 939A000 (4.7L V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.

The Alfa Romeo 8C Spider (Benziner, 450 PS) has the 939A000 (4.7L V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Cambiocorsa gearbox: actuator and clutch wear

The robotised 6-speed gearbox (Maserati MC-Shift) wears the clutch and hydraulic actuator prematurely, especially in urban traffic. Parts are expensive and scarce.

Symptoms: Jerky pull-away, extended shift times, Gearbox Fault message, no gear selectable.
from 40,000 km
Ad Maserati Cambiocorsa actuatorMC Shift clutch kitAlfa 8C gearbox
 High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
1 complaints · 2007–2010
Electrical
1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (1 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 17 weaknesses have been documented for the Alfa Romeo 8C 920 (2007–2010) — 8 engine-related and 9 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Brakes, Suspension, Electronics.

8C (939A000, 2007–2012) — Be Careful: Cam variator: cold-start rattle to valve damage, Coolant hose at the cylinder head bursts, Oil leak from valve covers and timing cover. Power: 450 PS.

What to watch out for with the Alfa Romeo 8C? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Alfa Romeo 8C 920 have? +
The Alfa Romeo 8C 920 has 8 known engine weaknesses and 9 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Alfa Romeo 8C 920? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: 939A000 (4.7L V8). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the 939A000 (4.7L V8).
Which Alfa Romeo 8C 920 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Alfa Romeo 8C 920 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} The 8C Competizione is Alfa's most emotional statement: carbon body, Ferrari V8, transaxle gearbox, 500 units worldwide. The cross-plane V8 burbles deep and guttural at idle; at 5,000 rpm that burble transforms into a full-bodied roar that shares nothing with the sharp Ferrari sound — more distinctive, warmer, more Italian. The automated gearbox jerks in city traffic and doesn't suit the price, but on country roads in Sport mode it shifts aggressively enough in 175 ms. 1,585 kg with carbon skin, Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes standard, limited-slip diff. Not a rational car — a rolling work of art that raises the hairs on your arms with every press of the throttle.
Is the Alfa Romeo 8C 920 worth buying used? +
The Alfa Romeo 8C 920 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Alfa Romeo 8C 920? +
The Alfa Romeo 8C 920 is available with engine variants from 450 to 450 hp. Petrol: 939A000 (4.7L V8).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee