Alfa Romeo GTV (1996 - 2004) 2.0 TS 16V 2d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Style, imaginative and a bit brave.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone loves it. They all think it's worth so much more than I paid for it. A female friend called it a "Little Ferrari". You decide on the value of that comment...
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely. It's an Alfa.
What are you likely to buy next?
Haven't thought about it.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,595
When did you buy the car?
May 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Very good deal. Extended the 3 month AA warranty to 12 months for £100 - good value and always a good idea with an Alfa! Otherwise, had FSH, all cam belt changes, below average miles and in good condition.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Image, performance and value.
What was the dealer like?
Very helpful. Orchard Garage in Hertfordshire, run by Richard, Always happy to answer questions and give advice.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Pure pleasure. Can't think of anything that is as much fun to drive for equivalent money and running costs. Handles beautifully and pulls fantastically all the way up to 7000rpm. Oh, and the noise... Addictive to say the least.
What's it like to park?
No problem at all.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing major - touch wood. Few little niggles such as a poor window seal on the driver's side and I've somehow managed to break the mileage trip switch. So far, so good!
What's most practical about your car?
Great two seater. Room on the back seats if required as well as a boot that is deceptively large.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The accelerator pedal! Love sliding the badge to reveal the boot lock.
