The exterior lights are impossible to configure correctly, that is, I don't seem to be able to get the directional lights, the tail lights, the back up light, and the parking lights all working correctly at the same time.
Yes, I have the same problem with the panel lights flashing all over the place for no known reason. I have learned to not pay attention to them any more.
Several weeks ago I was unable to start the car. I had it towed home and let it sit in my garage for a week or so. When I finally got time to look at it, it still would not start. No electricity was getting to the fuel pump with the ignition turned on so I put 12v directly there and it started right up. Now after jiggling wires and removing relays it started. I still don't know what the cause was, but I plan to replace all relays and remake all connections.
I don't mind having to maintain this car because it in return it fantastic to drive, the 3.0 engine is a thrill to hear at 4k, and it handles like a dream.
My previous (I actually still have it) car, the GTV6 is awaiting another motor or new heads (timing slipped - valves bent) and will be back on the road this coming spring. It is second to the Milano in handling, but the full Ansa system is music to my ears.
I await the reintroduction of the Alfa Romeo to the US.
I bought one of these new in 1988. It was wonderful to drive, liked nothing better than to haul ass all day long. Problem was that the build quality was miserable and the electrics were shameful. Mine had one of the two straps that hold the fuel tank in place come undone, which could have become a big problem had the tank fallen out. I understand that Alfa has come a long way since then and they have some very nice...diesel...engines in the 156 plus a 3.2 version with 240 HP. Never could figure out why my Alfasud TI 1.5 made 105 HP, but my Milano 3.0 only made 183. It should have been at least 210!
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