Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 TS Lusso 3d (01) (2002/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Seems ok. The nicest looking car from the front, isn't it.
Costs
Drinks petrol and loves oil.
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On the road
Driving
Skinny tyres, so don't push it. Braking is so so.
Performance
The bloke in the garage told me nothing in it between 2L and 1.6. I beg to differ. You have to flog the 1.6 to get anywhere and I can't be bothered. It's far too much effort and just watch the fuel gauge drop like a (un)lead(ed) ballon if you do. Boring.
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Living with it
Reliability
So far, so good (32,000 miles) but the engine sounds a bit clattery.
Image
From some angles it's a beautiful car. From other angles, it reminds my mate of a Maestro! (which I can now see).
Comfort
I had the lovely leather... but the front seats don't recline. Fairly comfy, looks gorgeous. Pretty lousy for the back seat passengers.
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Security and Service
Security
Nobody has bothered to try and break in, so no idea. Reputation is not great for security though.
Service
Service at the dealer was poor. Several times they didn't have the bits to do the job and I had to go back, which was a pain.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Drinks oil / now runs a bit noisy at tickover.
Other
Built-in sat nav - lovely. Nice upholstery, great dash, stylish interior.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes