Superb Quality, Superb Italian Engine (Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 Twin Spark)

Member Name: sid1988

Product:	Alfa Romeo 156 2.0 Twin Spark
Date:	08/01/09 (162 review reads)
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Advantages: Great Drive, Great Engine, Looks Awesome and Unique

Disadvantages: Rusyt Bumper mounts and oil needs checkin every few thousand miles

The 2.0 TS is of excellent quality and beautiful looking. It was my second alfa that owned. I only bought it in the first place to it having its distinct look with the number plate to the side, aggressive headlights and the amazing lines going across the side of the car.
The 2.0 TS has a 154BHP engine so is quick off the mark compared to the 1.8 and 1.6. The centre console is facing towards you so it is all private, very nice. The main thing I like is how alfa have redisigned the 156 with sporty look of a coupe, it is a 4 door car that looks like a 2door with the rear handles hidden away, perfect for unwanted guests. : )
All the rumours that have been going round saying alfas are unreliable vehicles are not true, it is as any other car is, as long as it is looked after the car is fine.
A few problems with alfa that people should be aware of, is that the oil needs to be checked regularly as the twin spark is very thirsty for oil, also the front bumper mounts tend to rust and break away as time goes along, there is also a rattling noise that comes from the dash that can be fixed by tightening the bolts.
Other than that the alfa is a perfect car, as all cars have there little niggles. I am now moving on to my third alfa which is a 156 GTA. So do reject something without trying it : )

Summary: You either hate it or you love it! Italian horses waiting to be unleashed

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