Rattles from front doors. Fixed by dealer.
Screeching noise from gearbox while in reverse. Fixed by dealer.
Key code recognition antenna failure (part located inside the steering column cover). Replaced by authorised service station.
Warped front discs. Replaced by dealer under warranty.
Temperamental CD Player. Would seek non-existent CD changer. Fixed itself.
I previously drove an ALFA 156 1.8 company car and was disappointed by its poor reliability and built quality. I absolutely adored the 147's good looks so I decided to give the manufacturer a second chance.
After three years of ownership this small ALFA has given me a few moments of headache and very many hours of happy motoring. The dealer from whom I purchased the car proved to be totally inadequate, but I subsequently discovered a small authorised service station and I've had no problems since.
The car's performance is spirited. Cabin is spacious enough and gorgeous to look at. The electronic climate control has performed impeccably in the (very hot) Greek summers.
How many kms did you do on your original discs? I have a 147 (33000 kms) and think my discs are warped since I experience vibrations on the steering wheel when braking from 130 kms/h.
I started experiencing vibrations on the steering wheel (while braking) at around 26.000 Km. At first the dealer refused to allow the repairs to be covered by warranty claiming that it was my fault that the discs were warped. It was after I spoke to the head of customer care at Alfa Romeo Hellas that my problem was resolved (although by then my warranty had expired).
Screeching noise from gearbox while in reverse. I have the same proplem. you know what is this?
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