Alfa Romeo 164 2.0i 4d (1991/H) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Amazing value if you get a good one.
Costs
Parts are a bit pricey, as are main Alfa dealers.
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On the road
Driving
Always puts a smile on your face - crisp and agile.
Performance
Goes great if you keep it on the boil.
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Living with it
Reliability
No break-downs over the 55k miles I"ve owned it (it has now 115k miles in all).
Image
... if you keep it spotless, otherwise it can look tired.
Comfort
Very good generally, but the odd squeak inside is annoying.
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Security and Service
Security
Doesn"t attract much attention.
Service
Specialists are good, but main dealers are too busy.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Occasional hesitation... traced to dirt in intake plenum.
Other
Rear suspension bushes worn.
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