Alfa Romeo 146 1.6 5d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lots of car for the money, stylish, and reasonably cheap to buy. Looks like it cost more than it did!
Costs
Insurance is high for the type of car, fuel economy is OK and servicing is reasonable.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent handling, very responsive steering but the brakes could be better.
Performance
Engine sounds a lot faster than it actually is! Runs out of steam at high revs.
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Living with it
Reliability
Only minor problems - nothing that couldn't be fixed in five minutes with a screwdriver.
Image
Everyone seems to like it - even committed 'Alfa-phobics'.
Comfort
Pedals too close, meaning knees are bent constantly - mine ache after 100 miles or so!
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Security and Service
Security
Found a thief trying to break in a few weeks back. He failed, so I guess that speaks for itself.
Service
I've never used a dealer.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Minor problems with windscreen wipers.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes