Alfa Romeo 147 (2001 - 2009) 1.6 TS Turismo 5d (01) (2003/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

driving something a bit different, people think car cost more than it does!!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

stunning car, lovely to drive, sporty

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes, but i would save for the higher trim level and bigger engine if i could afford the fuel and tax, tax is very high for this car

What are you likely to buy next?

likely to be another alfa, love look of brera

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,995

When did you buy the car?

February 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

good price, superb condition, offered good price on servicing, 3 months warranty

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Looks, drive, handling and comfort

What was the dealer like?

friendly, unpressurising, knowledgable

What's it like to drive?

amazing, good response and handling, superb brakes, average fuel economy, gets 34/35mpg easily, get 37mpg for regular motorway

What's it like to park?

very easy and good manouverability

Have you had any problems with the car?

common problem with 147 is the variator, this went wrong straight away, makes car sound like diesel, got replaced with cam belt and dealer changed variator and cam belt under warranty, check with dealer this has been changed around 40,000miles

What's most practical about your car?

comfort and actually a decent space in back for passengers, i do long distance commmutes and it's perfect but also very fun to drive, average boot size

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

traction control, excellent speakers