Alfa Romeo 156 Sportwagon (2000 - 2005) 1.8 TS Veloce 1 5d (2004/04) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Individual

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

Nice looking car! Comfortable.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably a 159 sportwagon.

What are you likely to buy next?

Subaru wagon, or maybe a Chrysler 300c estate.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,000

When did you buy the car?

October 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

I had looked at the Parkers valuation and paid "book" for a nice condition car.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Nice car to travel with my bicycles in the back.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Handles well. TS engine is slow compared to other cars I have had, and gets thirsty when pushed.

What's it like to park?

As expected. Slightly limited turning circle, but no bother.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Crankshaft position sensor- but then this Bosch part has failed on other cars I have had too. I don't blame Alfa.

What's most practical about your car?

Able to get a couple of bikes in the boot without too much trouble.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Handy storage net in the boot. Place to tuck the headrests when the seats are dropped.