Doug DeMuro's review of the 1964 Alfa Romeo TZ is decidedly positive, earning an 82/100 OctaneScore, praising this exceptionally rare race car as cutting-edge engineering with serious performance credentials. The TZ excels in performance and reliability, weighing under 1,500 lbs with a potent 160-horsepower engine and an advanced tube frame design, while its Ferrari 250 GTO-inspired proportions and innovative coda trunca aerodynamics showcase brilliant design for the era. The significant trade-offs come in livability, where the stripped-down interior offers minimal comfort—featuring only a cord door handle, no functional cargo access, and a leather strap hinge that won't hold the door open on inclines—making it purely a race-focused machine. This car is strictly for purist collectors seeking an ultra-lightweight, focused driving experience rather than practical everyday transportation.
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