Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon (1997 - 2005) 2.4 JTD Veloce 4d (LT) (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Daring and individual - afterall it is an Alfa ;-)
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Always well received. Rated for its looks and individuality.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - if you want a good looking reliable car for little money. Economical, excellent to drive with added quirkiness. Its a laid back saloon on one hand and a sports saloon when you want it to be. Two cars for the price of one.
What are you likely to buy next?
Alfa MiTo
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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?
£0
When did you buy the car?
October 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Full Alfa service history, price, average mileage.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Awesome...it loves corners. Pulls like train. Sharp steering and superb brakes.
What's it like to park?
Good turning circle, easy to park driving in a space. Not so easy to see the back end when reversing - could do with parking sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Bosch (German) Alternator at 78K miles!
What's most practical about your car?
Its got 5 doors and averages mpg in the mid to high 40's...even had 55mpg out of it on long trips.
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