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| Performance | 8/10  |
|---|---|
| Practicality | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 6/10 |
| Value for Money | 6/10 |
| Overall rating | 6/10 |
Full review by
matrix010101
on 2nd Mar 2006
User Rating : 6
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Good Points: Sporty, beautiful to look at, a lovely drive
Bad Points: Climate packed up, Gearbox is sticky, Info centre doesn't work under 0degC, Tyres last 12k, 17
General comments: I bought my 54 reg Veloce new, it's climate packed up immediatley, it cost ME £70 to have it investigated by my Alfa dealer, turns out that there was two holes in the condensor, stones - apparantley! As there is a tray under it, no hole bigger than 5mm dia in the front grill, which is sloping away from it. I find this hard to believe, especially as it was removed before the car was delivered (new alternator). On top of this, facia has fell off, it rattles, its polycarb lenses fog over, and salt really sticks to them, the rear springs squeek, one rear wheel squeals, servicing costs are enourmous! It doesn't even have cup holders!
My wife drives a 147, it seems to be so much better in every area, well thought out, and well made.
Otherwise, its a real joy to drive, no slower than a 130bhp vectra/passat, although having driven the 150bhp version - i would buy that one if fuel consumption isn't an issue.
I drive 35K a year, my options were the 156, or a Pug... head and heart - I gave into my heart, the Alfa is a brilliant car - let down by so many trivial factors. Buy one really cheap - and put up with it, otherwise look elsewhere.
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