Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 2.4 JTD Veloce 4d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Looks great and drives pretty well
Costs
Company car so can't really comment
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On the road
Driving
Excellent handling marred by poor suspension control. Ironically this car is best suited to the motorway
Performance
I'm a real diesel convert now - great overtaking ability
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Living with it
Reliability
Battery can be drained if radio panel left on. Car failed MOT because of broken brake calliper (took 4 weeks to obtain the part!), otherwise most faults have been niggly
Image
Still a great looking car IMO
Comfort
Good seats and driving position - the ride is crashy however
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Security and Service
Security
No problems
Service
This has been the worst aspect of ownership, although they have listened to their customers and are getting better and more proactive. Parts delivery from Italy can take weeks
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
2 x flat battery, broken brake calliper, under floor engine cover ripped off (it was too low and car kept bottoming out on road crests)
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes