The 2010 Alfa Romeo Pandion by Bertone

2010 marked the centennial year of carmaker Alfa Romeo. In celebration of this milestone, the Italian carmaker unveiled a futuristic car at the Geneva Motor Show held on March 2, 2010. What was it called, you asked? It’s the 2010 Alfa Romeo Pandion by Bertone.

Sweeping and organic design.

This concept car was named after the Pandion, which is another name for the Osprey, a bird of prey know for its winged majesty while in flight. Indeed, you can see traces of this in its hawk-like front and is scissor doors that closely resemble birds’ wings. Meanwhile, one look at the back and you’ll be struck by the blades of varied lengths and widths, closely resembling crystals. Strategically integrated into these tangle of blades are the taillights. This remarkable design is by none other than the Italian studio Bertone.

Rear-hinged Scissor Doors

A Bird of Prey… on wheels.

This concept car was built on the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione, and also uses the same eight-cylinder 450 hp V-engine.

Centenary Car.

Although this is not expected to be commercially produced, this design indicates that we may still be seeing Alfa Romeos for the next hundred years.

The Pandion, in all its glory.