Alfa Romeo 156 Saloon 2.5 V6 24V Veloce 4d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
An excellent second hand buy - brand new, expect huge depreciation!
Costs
Fuel consumption poor around town, but respectable on motorway/major routes. Major services like the infamous cambelt change (72k) average cost £700. Also does eat front tyres on inner edges!
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On the road
Driving
Engine fantastic, handling v good, brakes poor, but easily improved tenfold by fitting Rossini performance discs.
Performance
Best V6 available! Sounds fabulous, real head turner. Very quick with good handling and direct steering.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems, bar dodgy earth on sidelights which need a thump now and again.
Image
Different and very stylish
Comfort
Excellent for driver and front seat passenger, more cramped in the rear.
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Security and Service
Security
Not the best, no deadlocks, but alarm works well.
Service
No problems, swift service from JCS Kegworth.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Brakes poor and subsequently upgraded, occasional dodgy electrics on sidelight.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes