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The SSZ Stradale is the creation of Tom Zatloukal, Alfa Romeo racer, restorer and CEO of Alfa Heaven, Inc. SSZ stands for Sprint Speciale Zatloukal. Based on the Giulietta SS the concept was to produce a high performance version with a lightweight, wider and more aggressive body than the standard production SS. The original intent was to produce a one-off vehicle for personal use. The car was well received at Alfa club events across the U.S.A. Alfa historian Pat Braden nicknamed the car "The Zatmobile" and published photos inAlfa Owner magazine. Mr. Zat agreed to produce a second car for Joe Benson, author of the Alfa Romeo Buyers Guide.After several other people expressed interest in purchasing a car, SSZ Motorcars was born.
The first production SSZ Stradale featured an all new tubular chassis combined with a Kevlar reinforced fiberglass body. These cars were powered by an Alfa Romeo 3.0 V6 engine with a 5 speed overdrive transmission coupled to an adjustable ratio live axle. Four wheel 12" driver adjustable brakes, adjustable coil over suspension, rack and pinion steering, front and rear adjustable sway bars, fuel cell and fire system were standard features.
Mark 3 cars were prepared in competition version only. The Electromotive 3.0 twin turbo engine developed 1000 horsepower. The cars had independent rear suspension and inboard disc brakes. A full flat bottom with rear diffuser, air jacks, telemetry and data acquisition were fitted. The body was wider, longer and was delivered with adjustable front and rear wings. The car weighed 2000 pounds in FIA GT2 trim.
Mark 3.1 autos had the same chassis and body as the 3.0 sans wings. The engines were Chevrolet LS6 aluminum V8s coupled to a Richmond 5 speed. The wheels were changed to a traditional 5 bolt pattern. Like the 3.0, the auto was sold for competition purposes and was available without engine. Several cars have been converted street use.
The Mark 4 cars were mechanically the same as the 3.1. The body and chassis were 4 inches (100 mm) longer for high speed stability. Racing development was discontinued at the end of the 1999 season due to upheaval within the sanctioning bodies.
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So, I can't find how much power the Mark 4 have, but it should be a very high number, around 700-900 I believe.
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I would be glad if anyone could help me find a picture of the interior.
