2004 Alfa Romeo 147 Ti review from UK and Ireland

Clutch replaced at 3500 miles. Alfa diagnosed the problem when I complained of shuddering when engaging first gear. The clutch was replaced under warranty and I only paid £10 for insurance on a courtesy car.

Other than that, I have not experienced any of the tell tale 147 faults. Regular oil and coolant checks are necessary.

The Ti pack is amazing: Makes it handle like a giant Go-Kart! The only info I found on the Ti was at http://www.buyyouralfa.co.uk/alfa147.htm. The pack gets you Ti sports leather seats, firmer suspension, Ti 17” wheels, GTA headlights, chrome tailpipe and spoiler. The seats, suspension and wheels glue you to the road!

The fuel consumption is devastating! A friend told me to fit an air filter to improve this, but I don’t know whether to go for K&N for £50 or Autodelta for £28.

If anyone has been able to improve their fuel economy I’d like to hear their advice.

Beware of the facelift 147, I've noticed a lot of cheaper parts creeping into the cabin that bring the quality down, e.g. sun visors, and the instrument panel. My dealer told me the facelift model is a Fiat Stilo underneath it all. Can anyone shed light on this? I’ve noticed a lift/reverse gearstick which wasn’t on the previous model. Is this Fiat part creeping in?

I don’t trust my dealer: They have told me conflicting information about the car. I didn’t get the car when I wanted because of over charging and hassle. When I picked up the car, they had not made a cosmetic repair that I requested (Dented rear tweeter speaker) However, I took the car with the reassurance it would be fixed at a later date. It took 3 trips to the garage and numerous phone calls by myself over 3½ months. Eventually replaced free of charge.

This car costs me SOOO much money in every way, but this has always been my dream car. Stunning looks and a beautiful cabin. It’s not that quick, but it feels fantastic to drive.