Alfa Romeo 166 3.0 V6 24V 4d Sportronic Auto (1999/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
It's my 2nd 166 and remains a tremendous second hand buy...
Costs
...but maintenance is far from cheap.
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On the road
Driving
Positive steering. Can't get used to braking an auto, though.
Performance
Auto box needs more gears; power realy comes in at higher revs, so you drop out of power on changing up.
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Living with it
Reliability
Fine except for climate control problem.
Image
With the 17" wheels, it is very flash.
Comfort
Could do with the seat going an inch lower for headroom.
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Security and Service
Security
Does all the bleepy flashy things.
Service
Very polite and helpful, but a fault is taking some time (and money) to sort out.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Bloody air con - spent loads and it looks like I'll be spending some more.
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