Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon (1997 - 2005) 1.8 TS Veloce 1 4d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing, to anyone who hasn't owned one.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think it's pretty but flawed - journalists have robbed them of their appreciation of reality.
Would you buy this car again and why?
If it was written off I'd scour the Earth for another.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Alfa Romeo. This is the limit of artistic, aesthetic, tactile and mechanical pleasure.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,495
When did you buy the car?
April 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
Good price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Interesting
What was the dealer like?
Cool
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Better than any Lexus. Urge without urgency, steering a dream, gearbox like silk, brakes that read your mind, controls as delicate as a sculptor's touch, engine that surges like an ocean swell, feels twice its size.
What's it like to park?
Mirrors fine, no prob.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No
What's most practical about your car?
4 doors, big boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
All, inc. engine, clutch, gearbox, steering, brakes, leather seats, 4 doors, big boot, speakers are superb as is everything.
