Alfa Romeo GTV (1996 - 2004) 2.0 TS 16V 2d (1997/P) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Passionate

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

Posh! Love the way it looks but not very impressed with the practicality.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, because i love it but would go for the lusso pack, all leather instead of half and complete with aircon.

What are you likely to buy next?

Porsche Boxster

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,795

When did you buy the car?

September 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

The car had previously part exchanged as it was bought from an independant Saab dealer, needed a bit of work, Cam belt, head gasket, front and rear suspension bushes and 2 new tyres. All carried out before i bought it, cant fault the dealer. included 6 months tax.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

The styling

What was the dealer like?

Excellent but Saab dealer not Alfa Dealer

What's it like to drive?

Gorgeous, makes me smile. Corners brilliantly, i think there maybe rails between my house and work.

What's it like to park?

i have only parked in car parks so easy to park, limited vision on reversing, lots of mirror usage. Due to having large doors it is very difficult to get in and out when people park to close.

Have you had any problems with the car?

power steering pipework leaked on christmas eve leaving the car undriveable so dumped it until after boxing day. Securing bolt on the disc brake rear came loose and made a banging noise, tightened and locked with retaining adhesive.

What's most practical about your car?

Fits golf clubs in the boot exactly, but thats it.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

the noise of the engine