Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 TS Lusso 3d (01) (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I bought one of the first in the U.K, so main dealer prices and no discount.
Costs
Ok. 35mpg, but rapid tyre wear and servicing expensive.
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On the road
Driving
Brilliant. One of the few cars that a driver can feel at one with.
Performance
Lacks a little power, but it was either this or a Selespeed when I bought mine.
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Living with it
Reliability
It has been back soooo many times.
Image
Heads still turn.
Comfort
Always get out feeling fresh, even after trips to central Italy.
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Security and Service
Security
Great, except when it locks you out!
Service
Local dealer have been great - they've needed to be.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Lost all its power steering fluid the day after I got it. Body computer failed. Locked us out of the car. Both key remotes failed and needed replacement. SuMany and various suspension creeks. Several suspension bushes replaced.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes