1988 Alfa Romeo Milano Verde 3.0 review from North America

The exterior lights are impossible to configure correctly, that is, I don't seem to be able to get the directional lights, the tail lights, the back up light, and the parking lights all working correctly at the same time.

Yes, I have the same problem with the panel lights flashing all over the place for no known reason. I have learned to not pay attention to them any more.

Several weeks ago I was unable to start the car. I had it towed home and let it sit in my garage for a week or so. When I finally got time to look at it, it still would not start. No electricity was getting to the fuel pump with the ignition turned on so I put 12v directly there and it started right up. Now after jiggling wires and removing relays it started. I still don't know what the cause was, but I plan to replace all relays and remake all connections.

I don't mind having to maintain this car because it in return it fantastic to drive, the 3.0 engine is a thrill to hear at 4k, and it handles like a dream.

My previous (I actually still have it) car, the GTV6 is awaiting another motor or new heads (timing slipped - valves bent) and will be back on the road this coming spring. It is second to the Milano in handling, but the full Ansa system is music to my ears.

I await the reintroduction of the Alfa Romeo to the US.