The 33 Stradale, Luca Artioli, and Miami’s Alfa Romeo community unite for an unforgettable milestone
They say Miami is a town of Alfas. So it is only fitting that Alfa Romeo hosted a 115th Anniversary and Art Week Celebration in Miami to cement this momentous occasion. It was a perfect time to bring together the Miami art and automotive community, including members of Hagerty Garage + Social Miami to celebrate the legacy of the storied automaker. Guests gathered on December 2, 2025 in Little River for a night that celebrated Alfa Romeo’s 115th Anniversary, highlighted the 33 Stradale, the new 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale, and the artistry of Milanese photographer Luca Artioli.
The evening felt part private members’ preview and part love letter to Italian design. Alfa Romeo signatures appeared everywhere, from the illuminated branding at the entrance to the sculptural placement on the cars.
Upon entering to the right, a pair of sporty Alfa Romeo models, the 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 Ti V6 DTM Group A and the 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 Ti V6 ITC stood proudly near the main display area. To the left, the new everyday 2026 Tonale invited guests to explore its features. Just beyond the initial Alfa Romeo display, in a dedicated viewing area the 33 Stradale sat like a crown jewel, drawing a constant circle of admirers and conversation.
The display at Hagerty also connected Alfa Romeo’s future to its recent past. Unique pieces from Squadra Lupo Import, such as a 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 Ti V6 DTM Group A and a 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 Ti V6 ITC, extended the narrative of performance and heritage.
These cars, known as “youngtimers”, represent a generation of classics that bridge analog driving feel and modern engineering. Their presence reinforced the idea that Alfa Romeo’s history is not confined to museums and that its legacy lives on through cars that still turn wheels and heads.
A Night At Hagerty Garage + Social
Hagerty Grage + Social Miami provided an ideal backdrop for Alfa Romeo’s 115th Anniversary celebration. The result was a relaxed, quietly glamorous gathering that blended cars, culture, and community in a way that felt very true to Miami.
The Little River facility combines climate-controlled storage with an inviting clubhouse, giving the event the atmosphere of a members’ evening rather than a corporate celebration. Guests could wander between the cars on display, the lounge areas while scoping out the full scale of the space.
Music by DJ DiZzO set an easy rhythm throughout the night. Her playlist stayed light and approachable, matching the casual elegance of the crowd and never overpowering the conversations. A gelato station added a playful note that felt perfectly Italian and perfectly Miami at the same time while the crowd reflected Miami’s layered car culture. Local collectors, design district regulars, visiting Art Week guests, and longtime Alfa Romeo devotees mingled comfortably. Conversations moved easily between recommendations for must-see fairs, talk of recent car events, and opinions about how Miami Art Week / Art Basel Miami Beach has evolved. Some praised the growth of the Miami Design District and mainland scene, while others noted the creeping commercialization. Through it all, the focus kept returning to the Alfa Romeos in the room and the stories behind them.
Alfa Romeo At 115: Heritage In Motion
This anniversary celebration in Miami was part of a wider year of celebrations for Alfa Romeo. Born in Milan in 1910, the marque has spent more than a century crafting some of the most distinctive and emotionally charged cars in automotive history. That heritage remains visible in every contemporary model, from the award-winning Giulia sedan to the Stelvio SUV and the brand’s first compact SUV, the Tonale. Each model translates Alfa Romeo’s racing roots and Italian design language into a modern context, without losing the soul that made the brand iconic.
Alfa Romeo 2026 Tonale – Photo Credit: Emmanuel / Suave Quality
The new Tonale represents a key chapter in that story. As the evolution of the brand’s first C-SUV, it sharpens Alfa Romeo’s sporty character while showcasing the charm of contemporary Italian design.
A wider track and sculpted proportions give the Tonale a confident stance, while the revised trilobe grille and concave front badge create a strong, instantly recognizable face. Inside, refined materials such as red leather and two-tone Alcantara signal a focus on tactile luxury. Digital instrumentation, ambient lighting, wireless connectivity, and advanced driver assistance systems bring technology to the foreground in a way that still feels human and driver focused.
The 33 Stradale: Centerpiece Of The Night
At Hagerty Garage + Social, the 33 Stradale was the star that everyone wanted to see up close. Produced in only 33 units worldwide, all of which are already committed, the new two-seater coupé revives a name many consider one of the most beautiful in automotive history.
The modern 33 Stradale draws a direct line to the legendary 1960s original and the Tipo 33, a major presence in world motorsport. Its proportions, curves, and details speak the language of Italian coachbuilding, updated for a new era without sacrificing the romance of the past.
Every example of the 33 Stradale is built as a unique, unrepeatable piece through an obsessive artisan process. This approach echoes the work of historic Italian coachbuilders and includes the involvement of Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera, a name that appears on some of the most beautiful Alfa Romeos ever made. Under the engine cover sits a 630-horsepower twin-turbo V6 that delivers extraordinary performance. Acceleration from zero to one hundred kilometers per hour in under three seconds and a top speed of 333 kilometers per hour place the car firmly in the supercar territory.
Guests moved around the 33 Stradale, studying surfaces, vents, and light signatures as if observing a sculpture. Conversations focused on the balance between performance and comfort, the decision to limit production, and the way the 33 Stradale captures the modern aspect of Alfa Romeo’s identity.
For enthusiasts, the 115th anniversary is as much about emotion as it is about milestones. Alfa Romeo marks the occasion with projects that highlight both its history and its future, such as the dedicated interactive e-book with the exclusive 33 Stradale supercar, the Intensa series across Giulia, Stelvio, and Tonale. The e-book traces the brand’s journey from the first A.L.F.A. 24 HP in 1910 to the present, supported by archival photography from the Alfa Romeo Historical Museum in Arese. It also features personal perspectives from figures such as Ralph Gilles and Lorenzo Ardizio, who reflect on the most significant cars and the evolution of the iconic Biscione and Trefoil design elements.
Luca Artioli: A Visual Lens for Art Week
The evening’s art component came from Italian photographer, poet, and artist Luca Artioli, whose work felt perfectly aligned with the mood of Miami Art Week. Born in Milan, Artioli left a successful career in finance in 2000 to pursue art full time.
Since then, he has exhibited across Milan, Dubai, Bombay, Miami, and New York and has collaborated with institutions such as The Wolfsonian, La Scala in Milan, and Hermès in Paris. His presence at Hagerty Garage + Social tied the celebration to the broader art week energy and was the perfect addition.
Artioli is known for his use of Intentional Camera Movement, a technique that transforms photography into something close to painting. By manipulating light and motion during exposure, he creates dreamy, impressionistic images that suggest memory and emotion rather than simple documentation. His Manhattan series, for example, pays tribute to French Impressionism and particularly to Claude Monet, while filtering cityscapes through a contemporary lens. The works on display in Miami extended this approach, inviting guests to see movement, speed, and urban life in a new way.
Over the years, Artioli has published several books with Mondadori, Italy’s leading publishing house, and his works now live in public and private collections worldwide. Large-scale installations in major cities further support his reputation as a visionary artist. In Miami, his pieces at Hagerty were an apropos visual counterpart to the Alfa Romeos on display. They captured the sensation of time passing, of streets in motion, and of the emotional charge that comes with both driving and looking.
Inside Hagerty Garage + Social Miami
For some the evening doubled as a soft introduction to Hagerty Garage + Social. The Miami location forms part of a growing network of premium clubhouses and storage facilities for enthusiasts. Nearly 30,000 square feet of dust-free, climate-controlled space house more than two hundred cars, with 24-hour security, maintenance, and detailing available. An adjoining members’ clubhouse offers lounge areas, a kitchen, and flexible space for events of all sizes, which makes it a natural venue for rallies, launches, and special previews like this anniversary celebration.
The roots of Hagerty Garage + Social trace back to a Saturday morning in 2005. Founder Bob Machinist, a self-proclaimed gearhead, met with friends at the shop where they stored their race cars. The space was simple and far from glamorous, but it became a gathering place. They talked, admired cars, and shared stories. Machinist soon realized he could create a better version of that environment himself. This idea became Collectors’ Car Garage in Bedford Hills, New York. A second location opened in Chicago. In 2019, a partnership with Hagerty brought new momentum, and the brand became Hagerty Garage + Social, a network of car-lover homes that continues to expand.
The brand compares vehicles to some of the best things in life, including freedom, self-expression, and time with family and friends. Through its Drivers Club, events such as The Amelia, Motorlux, and the California Mille, work to extend Hagerty Garage + Social’s mission to keep car culture alive and connected with time spent with family and friends. The Miami space is a physical manifestation of this purpose because it gives local enthusiasts a place to gather, learn, and share their passion.
Services such as full-service collection management and acquisition support further strengthen Hagerty’s position. The Hagerty Garage + Social team works with Broad Arrow Group and other partners to help members buy, sell, and curate their collections. Programs such as Hagerty’s Safe Storage Concierge, which offers secure enclosed storage during severe weather in Florida markets, demonstrate an understanding of local realities, like dealing with hurricane season and protecting both the emotional and monetary value of your beloved classics, supercar, or daily driver. Strategic partnerships, including a recent collaboration with Liberty Mutual to provide enhanced collectible car insurance, also reinforce Hagerty’s position as a trusted ally for owners who care deeply about their vehicles.
Be An Alfa
To be an Alfa is to embrace a certain way of looking at motion, beauty, and time. In a week that often revolves around velvet ropes and high gloss, this gathering felt grounded. It reminded everyone that at the heart of both art and automobiles lies emotion, craft, and connection. At Hagerty Garage + Social Miami, the anniversary felt like a preview of what is to come. The Miami community has a new clubhouse. Alfa Romeo continues to write new chapters. Art and automobiles are finding new ways to share the same stage. And for the fortunate owners of the 33 Stradale and every guest who stood in front of it, the message is clear: 115 years of driving and designing while looking firmly toward the future.
The story of Alfa Romeo is still very much in motion with Miami cementing a chapter in Alfa Romeo’s history book.