1999 Alfa Romeo 166 review from Australia and New Zealand
"My first Italian love affair"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A/C defunct. Apparently this is a known weakness of Siemens equipped A/Cs in BMWs, M-B, Alfas and some of the newer Fords etc.
Car is a Japanese import so still coming to grips with the ICU. Will need to attend to the cam belt and water pump soon.
General comments?
Only just got the beast and love it. Great engine, exhaust note, steers well for a large and heavy FWD. Well assembled, no squeaks or rattles even at this age and mileage. There is a lot of fun to be had in this car but already I am wincing at the woeful fuel economy.
And given its size and general rating as the 'big' Alfa, there isn't a whole lot of space in the back. The Cefiro was definitely the better car to be a passenger in.
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| Beautiful to look at, beautiful to drive, every electronic convenience conceivable |
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| Stunning looks and fun to drive |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 24v V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 83000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Cefiro |
| Date of Entry | 2nd December, 2008 |