2000 Alfa Romeo GTV Lusso from UK and Ireland - Comments

24th Dec 2003, 11:30

"Truly Affordable, Truly Fun Italian Sports Car!"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Nothing - Touch Wood!!!

Previous Owner had Washer Motor replaced at 16,000 Miles.

General comments?

What can you say!!! It's an Alfa - My Bella!!

I know at some point it will throw a strop - not start, annoy me - but EVERY morning I wake up, leave the house - get in the Car, and Smile... Big Big Smile!!

Handling is Pin sharp - helped by the 2 Turns Lock to Lock, cornering is simply breathtaking - the car Handles all you can throw at it.

The 2.0 TS isn't silly quick... (0-60 around 8secs) but once rolling (20mph plus) the car will outrun most on the road - and get you into some serious trouble... its down to the Gearing and the Engine... and what an engine - Noise is slightly Muted (unlike the V6) the engine whines as it powers up; urging you to give it more and more throttle until the Heady heights of 7,500 RPM...

Awesome on B Roads - a Pussy Cat around town! A Fantastic car - If you love Alfa's you'll love this - and forgive any niggles you have about Finish etc... its what makes this car a Classic!


15th Apr 2004, 03:23

Occasionally the right person buys an Alfa! That's probably why theres been no problems. Good driving. Ron Taylor Australia.


2nd Sep 2005, 07:53

Absolutely agree with the fact that this is a beautiful car. A pleasure to sit in as well as to drive. However I have never had such an unreliable car and the engine blew up twice!. Maybe I was unlucky although from the comments made by the garage this is normal. Therefore my advice, yes buy one a truly amazing car although do not be surprised to have to pay big money for repairs and servicing. (Top tip - do not take it to an Alpha dealer go to someone that specialises in them)

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