Alfa Romeo 1995 164
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Unbelievable, this or a Ford Escort ??

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I've had no major problems in over 5 years, 27MPG average, parts not cheap but no worse than rivals, do all my own servicing, never touch garages !!

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I would need 2 cars to better this car, e.g. a Ferrari and a Rolls.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Probably best V6 in the world, takes off at 4500RPM as if turbocharged, fantastic sound, serene cruiser

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No real problems in over 5 years, however they can be delicate, handle with care.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Couldn't care a less, it's the driving that counts but it is styled by Pininfarina for those in the know.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I have not driven anything that combines such comfort with pure driving satisfaction.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not that bothered, not a real target I would have thought.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I don't and wouldn't touch the dealers for service, I do my own.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Watch the bearings in the timing belt area or else!!

    Other

    Changed all 4 discs, rear shocks, brake pipes, rear subframe painted.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes