2000 Alfa Romeo 156 Selespeed Veloce Leather review from UK and Ireland
"Beautiful if flawed diamond"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing (yet!).
General comments?
Comfort on Veloce suspension better than anticipated, especially if tyre pressures lowered to 2 bar (29psi). Roadholding first class and refinement likewise.
Engine freeing up nicely, but no match for my Mk1 Golf GTI at low revs.
Leather seats more comfortable than alternative Recaros.
Selespeed system takes some getting used to - very clever, but not as clever as a human brain/hand/foot!
Radio/CD unit has nasty little buttons & the display cannot be read in daylight. The red dash analogue clock pointers are also bad to see. Nasty passenger vanity mirror.
The car could do with more toys (like a trip computer). Otherwise, all's fine so far. Despite the quibbles, you want to drive it just for the sheer pleasure, which is how an Alfa should be!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 750 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Golf GTI & Cabrio |
| Date of Entry | 3rd August, 2000 |