Alfa Romeo Spider (1996 - 2004) 2.0 TS 16V 2d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Looking fora bit of fun.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks like a pocket Ferrari quote "beautiful looking car".
Would you buy this car again and why?
No not because it is bad but would want a change.
What are you likely to buy next?
Boxter
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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?
£2,600
When did you buy the car?
September 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Could have done better deal but reasonable car for modest outlay.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Looks gorgeous.
What was the dealer like?
Small back street boy but fair enough not the best not the worst.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Just spot on I am no fancy driver but fast enough for me and holds the road well but might lack a little low end power on a hill start.
What's it like to park?
Awefull you just can not see any of the corners and very poor turning circle.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Leaks some oil from crank seal but think when serviced too thinner oil used. Suspension squeaks steering column squeak its an old Alfa what do you expect.
What's most practical about your car?
Nothing that's why you buy it.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Hood down.
