Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 2.0 JTS Veloce 2 4d (2003/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Initially seemed good but after nearly two years depreciation, the value for money is clearly less than the German alternatives.
Costs
Aside from depreciation, all other costs seem reasonable.
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On the road
Driving
When all is working well it's an absolute joy.
Performance
Great performance when driven hard, but could do with more torque in the lower rev range.
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Living with it
Reliability
If only a car didn't need to have electrics! The motor control system has thrown up a warning 9 times so far and the real cause has still not been traced.
Image
Who cares? Alfas are about driving, if you want image buy a beema.
Comfort
Perfectly acceptable ride despite the firm sport suspension of the Veloce, Momo leather seats are lovely.
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Security and Service
Security
I've had no problems.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
It uses a lot of oil, but they warn you in the documents to check at 300 mile intervals.
Other
Recurring Motor Control System failure which has required several sensor probes to be replaced and a catalytic converter, dashboard computer display replaced, rear fog lights coming on without being selected etc.
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