Alfa Romeo 166 2.0 TS 16V 4d (2000/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A high spec car wrapped in style.
Costs
Although you get a lot of car for your money you"ll end up paying more for servicing and spare parts as this is an executive car. Warranty and aftercare are up there with other top breeds.
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On the road
Driving
Sweet - I now know the meaning of 'cuore sportivo'. It really handles and this smaller engine can shift as long as you"re not fussy about fuel costs. Then you can really hear that famous exhaust note.
Performance
It's good when pushed and cool in towns, but not great in the middle range.
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Living with it
Reliability
This is still an unknown quantity. Personally I"ve had no problems - major, niggly or otherwise - in 18 months.
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I am a 2+2 family with an average income. Without doubt this is the coolest car I"ve had. Very underrated, almost unheard of. I look at more expensive and/or highly spoken of motors and smile smugly.
Comfort
Leather is a must. I rate the cabin very highly - definitely inspired by BMW, with added Italian flair. Allow me to mention the Ferrari vents, for real!
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Security and Service
Security
All I ask for is an immobiliser with an alarm. Alfa give you the basics as standard; security nuts would be useful. But I'm satisfied.
Service
I bought the car with no problems.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes