1999 Alfa Romeo 166 review from UK and Ireland
"A classy, smooth, quick, solid brute of a drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Previous owner had the engine rebuilt after cam belt broke causing extensive damage
suspension failed for MOT
inside door compartments is deteriorating
chrome door handles pitting.
General comments?
Bodywork-pearlescent blue paint. what can I say-spectacular.against the blacked out windows it looks amazing
interior is comfortable and the leatherwork is pretty good
electronics all seem to work and goes against the comments of unreliability
engine-sounds aggressive on accelerating and gives a satisfying growl at higher revs
speed is excellent for such a big car and it handles superb
sportstronic gearbox weird at first, but once you get the hang of it its excellent.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 24v Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 139000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 9th April, 2005 |