1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint / Sprint Veloce Cloverleaf review from UK and Ireland
"3,000,000 Lira of pure Italian racing heritage"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
In the past history not much has failed, front tyres wear like they are made of cheese.
Front main beams.
Rust repairs, ongoing at this age.
Water hose needed replacing between the carbs across the top of the block by the pump.
Seats wear badly, unless it's just my one.
Minor electrical niggles.
General comments?
Great car, good looks, wonderful sound from the flat four boxer. Torque steer is occasionally fun. Fuel consumption can occasionally not be fun. Twin barrel downdraughts need tuning regularly.
Brakes are great. Handles very well, surprisingly even when wet. Gear change can be heavy, as with the clutch. Exhaust pop is a delight, often turns heads. Will eat and spit out any Ford Escorts and VW Golfs.
High insurance is a bind, but well worth it. At 11 years old it drives perfectly every day, and handles long distances in its stride. It's my 2nd, and they are just great. So rare, purely lovely, never want to get rid of it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 83000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin 416i Twincam 16V |
| Date of Entry | 18th August, 2000 |