Alfa Romeo GTV (96-04) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 06 May 2009
Coupés are all about style - something the GTV has in abundance. Despite being around since 1996 it still looks fantastic inside and out, helped by a mid-life facelift. You'll have to make sacrifices in the practicality department since the rear seats are only fit for luggage, and it's not cheap to run either with thirsty petrol engines. However it's enjoyable to drive and quick too - if you want a bit of Italian soul then the GTV could be the answer.
3.5 out of 5

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Buying used

The wonders of depreciation reward you with a substantial discount if you go down the used route - a three- year-old will be at least half price. Don't touch anything with lots of owners or a sketchy service history. With the rising cost of fuel there will be little demand for the V6s so if you don't intend doing too many miles you could get a bargain.

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Selling

You'll probably feel rather hard done if you bought it new because despite all those admiring glances, GTVs rarely fetch a good price. No surprise that red examples are the most popular and if you have a full service history, it will shift quicker.