Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 TS Lusso 5d (01) (2001/51) Want to know everything there is to know about this car? Download an Information Pack now for full facts and figures, prices, pictures and buying dos and don'ts. Get a Car Information Pack Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 TS Lusso 5d (01) (2001/51) - Owner Review A far more versatile load carrier than at first it seems. Most think it is the best looking of the hatchbacks........certainly in Rosso! (deep metalflake) 5 Summary 5 out of 5 What does this car say about you? I like Alfa Romeos? What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car? Most concur the Alfas are beautiful, certainly compared to their respective alternatives. Would you buy this car again and why? Yes, but now superceeded........ What are you likely to buy next? I was going for a GT or the gorgeous Brera, but opted for a Smart Coupe.... (To find out why, see the Coupe review page!) Buying experience 5 out of 5 Type of dealer you bought from? Independent Did you buy this car new? Used What price did you pay? £7,995 When did you buy the car? January 2005 Did you get a good deal and why? They have always looked after me well, hence I have now bought 5 cars from them & had them serviced by the same dealers, Barrett- lee of Sudbury, Suffolk Is there any special reason why you bought this car? Am keen on Alfas, & this was to be my third although at the time was not considering this model or engine size. I have done high mileages in Alfas, & this would be no different What was the dealer like? They have been excellent, see above. Get an Insurance Quote We've gathered the biggest companies on the market in one place to save you money. GET QUOTE Insurance group: 26 Driving it 5 out of 5 What's it like to drive? Aaaah, Bisto. This is what Alfas are all about........ joyous engine! Torque steer (front wheel drive) if heavy footed coming out of junctions. Main clocks invoke the style of Alfas of the 60s. Mine is the 120 bhp version, & that provides in the Alfa tradition, sprightly performance, but in a rewarding manner when inclined. Despite all of which the car is surprisingly economical, averaging over 35 mpg over the years, & on a long run, if you fancy monitoring things with the onboard computer, over 40mpg is easily obtainable. What's it like to park? No problems Living with it 5 out of 5 Have you had any problems with the car? It now has nearly 90000 miles & has proved reliable. The cam belt did go at around 80000 miles despite regular changing. Would reccommend halving the given interval to 30000 miles. have lately had some ECU problems & changed the unit What's most practical about your car? A far more versatile load carrier than at first it seems. Most think it is the best looking of the hatchbacks........certainly in Rosso! (deep metalflake) Favourite gadget, option or accessory? The incomprehensible temperature controls!! Alfa Romeo 147 cars for sale We have 48 models like this for sale. Find Alfa Romeo 147 cars for sale Car Information Packs Get our information pack for the Alfa Romeo 147 hatchback, which will tell you everything you need to know before you buy. Find out more Help buying the Alfa Romeo 147 Hatchback Parkers Alfa Romeo 147 Hatchback review Alfa Romeo 147 Hatchback facts and figures Get a finance quote Compare cars costs