Alfa Romeo 1999 GTV

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well equipped. Gives a sportscar that luxury car feel.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Day to day running costs ok, but servicing/parts expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Supberb car to drive. Great on motorways, but fantastic on A/B roads.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great engine, but would imagine the 3.0-litre even better.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Hasn't broken down after 48,000 (yet!) but lots of niggling probs, especially electrical.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Looks fanatastic. I never tire of looking at that shape.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fine, as long as you're sitting in the front!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Hasn't been stolen yet!

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dealers leave a lot to be desired.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Power steering pump and cam variator nosiy.

    Other

    Wiper motor failed, airbag light regularily refuses to go out and air con makes engine idle erratic.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No