Dating from the 1930s, Alfista is the name given to Alfa Romeo fanatics, much as the word Tifosi (meaning 'fanatics' in Italian) is applied to Ferrari fans. The plural form of the word is Alfisti.
As an American alfista, I have had to worship from afar since 1995, when the Italian marque waved arrivederci to the States.
by Shant Jaltorossian June 21, 2008