Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 1.8 TS Veloce 4d (LT) (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Imported from Holland at good price, but lost some value after having to fix body damage caused by someone (dealer? transporter? Importer?) before I got it. Unfortunatey, importer went bust so couldn't claim.
Costs
Could cost loads eventually, but I am going to sell for a new one again!
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On the road
Driving
Lovely drive and holds superbly. Unfortunately sagged leather seat causes some uneccessary discomfort.
Performance
Drove 2.0-litre to compare and felt a little more eager. 2.0-litre next time! Engine much better now at 14,000 miles than in its ealier days.
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Living with it
Reliability
Unfortunately have had loads of diffrerent problems, mostly fixed on warranty, but replaced head gasket at 2500 miles old?? Poor performing air con.
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Alfa Romeo!
Comfort
As mentioned, shame about faulty sagging seat, but other than that it gets better as the car gains more mileage.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems yet, but it is garaged overnight!
Service
Import discrimination is apparent. It's the car's character that keeps Alfa Romeo afloat, not the service! The day Alfa produces boring cars will be the day Alfa no longer exists.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Head gasket replaced due to water being lost in coolant.
Other
Aircon absolutely useless.
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