Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 1.8 TS 16V C/C 4d (1999/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Loads of car for money on used deal, but check oil levels.
Costs
35mpg staying around 3-4k revs.
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On the road
Driving
Great, BUT you need to know how to drive an Alfa.
Performance
Good power curve on 1.8, but lacks torque found on 2.0-litre.
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Living with it
Reliability
Ok - similar to my Nisssan in parts wear etc. Note all TSparks burn oil.
Image
Great engineering and looks.
Comfort
It's an Alfa! - Prioritises handling over comfort, but ok.
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Security and Service
Security
Has been left alone so far!
Service
AAGH Dealers dreadful - broke my A/C, exhaust, oil pan, even sprayed the wrong panel! Now go a local garage and have gone from hating to loving the car.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Some oil burning is normal (top up every 5000 miles).
Other
Replace suspension bushes at 45,000 miles.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes