1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud ti review from UK and Ireland
"An engineering concept of genius built in the wrong place at the wrong time"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The clutch gave up the ghost at60000 miles as a result of over-enthusiastic downchanges whilst listening to the engine play its 6000 r.p.m. symphonies.
Seats needed refurbishment at 110000 miles.
The warranty ran out 22 years ago.
General comments?
One of the greatest landmarks in automotive history. Unfortunately Hruska's fabulous vision was betrayed by politics and State bean counters. If this car had been built at Wolfsburg (it was perceived as a people's small sports saloon), many more would be on the road today. Still - with much TLC mine is still here on the salted roads of the North West. Given a dry day (!) this car can keep up with most modern naturally aspirated 1.3s - mainly because I put a Green Cloverleaf engine in...
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  | Over-rated waste of money. Buy something else |
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1980 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 29 miles |
| Most recent distance | 114357 miles |
| Previous car | Alfa Romeo Alfasud |
| Date of Entry | 14th January, 2003 |