2004 Alfa Romeo 147 JTD Lusso review from UK and Ireland
"Awesome drivers car for a realistic budget"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
In the last two years of ownership, I've not even changed a light bulb! It is the most reliable car I've ever owned, and is so cheap to service yourself.
General comments?
Fantastic cockpit experience; as a driver you feel involved, predictable handling, fantastic feedback from the wheel. The tyres are a big factor. I'm now using Pirellis; lots of noise, but no wear or loss of grip!
Only criticism is that under heavy emergency braking ie nearly crashing head on, I have doubted the ability of the braking system to stop the car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Focus |
| Date of Entry | 14th September, 2007 |