Alfa Romeo 1995 164
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Amazing value if you get a good one.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts are a bit pricey, as are main Alfa dealers.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Always puts a smile on your face - crisp and agile.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Goes great if you keep it on the boil.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No break-downs over the 55k miles I"ve owned it (it has now 115k miles in all).

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    ... if you keep it spotless, otherwise it can look tired.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very good generally, but the odd squeak inside is annoying.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Doesn"t attract much attention.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Specialists are good, but main dealers are too busy.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Occasional hesitation... traced to dirt in intake plenum.

    Other

    Rear suspension bushes worn.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes