Other Alfa Romeo 156 (1997 - 2005) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Dont worry, i'm not a BMW / VOLVO, I wont pull out infront of you!

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They all like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, reason being why sell it to buy exactly the same thing? What's the point?

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A diesel of some kind. Unsure what yet.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    At the time the car was discounted by about £500, so not bad.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Went to have a random browse through the local garage. Fell in love with the looks and interior despite saying i'd never buy an Alfa!

    What was the dealer like?

    Worth haggling with :P

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very nice, Handles and holds the road very well. Nice and quiet at cruising speeds.

    What's it like to park?

    Not too bad.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes, but only due to not checking the oil regulary enough. These things burn oil so check it!!

    What's most practical about your car?

    Plenty of space throughout.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Its great fun when people try and wait for you to move the front seat forward to get into the back, why not just use the rear door handles!?