If you wish to build a solid base of knowledge on Italian cars these books provide an excellent start. All of these books should be readily available at your favorite bookstore.

Fantastic Alfa Romeo (Motorbooks International) Hardcover, 208 pages.

Thirty Three of Alfa's most influential and successful vehicles. All rendered in eye popping colour with a good page or      two of information for each car.

Great Marques of Italy (Viscount Books) Hardcover, 208 pages

This book covers the greats, Ferrari, Alfa, Maserati, Fiat, Lamborghini and Lancia. A brief overview of the company and history, along with full colour images of the best each has to offer. Has good production figures and vehicle specifications.

Alfa Romeo Owner's Bible (Robert Bentley Books) Softcover, 275 pages.  

The definitive book on ownership and upkeep of all Alfa Romeos. Provides in depth looks at purchasing, care, tuning, parts and dealers. Also has an index of other essential books. This book is a must.

Alfa Romeo Spider (Brooklands) Softcover,  172 pages.

Brooklands books have a large selection of softcover books that are compilations of road tests, magazine reviews, histories and satisfaction surveys. Though the images inside are all black and white, the information they provide will help you in your purchase of an Italian automobile.

Illustrated Maserati Buyer's Guide (Motorbooks International) Softcover, 136 pages.

Concise and informative softcover book on purchasing a Maserati. Listed by model year and desirability, as well of potential long term value. Several are available, dealing with all marques of Italian cars.