2007-12-03 09:18:28 · 7 answers · asked by Brandon 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Alfa Romeo
Major rust problems, poor build quality and no parts to be had.
2007-12-03 09:23:42 · answer #1 · answered by rosbif 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Alfa of this vintage are fine cars when maintained and driven. The Bosch fuel injection is a fine reliable performer in the 2.0 l car. When you look at this car for purchase look for the obvious signs that some one has had a fiddle with the wiring. when you sit down finally in the drivers seat flip every switch and work every electrical component to check for it's operation. It is true sadly when I bought my spider I had to chase loose grounds for several months before I got that all sorted. The Transmissions on most of these series Alfas had a weak second gear syncro so look for that "graunch" going through second. Rust on any car is an issue and if you live in an area where they salt the winter roads look very carefully at the sills and wheelarches. Also check the footwell floor boards for rusting. There is nothing wrong with these cars and they are rewarding to drive and beautiful to see.
2016-05-28 01:08:28 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on how you view "Cheap". A good example fully sorted with good paint and interior is going to cost more on the resale market than a car of the similar vintage from the domestic market. If the car you are looking at is "cheap" it sends up red flags for me. something is making the price lower and if it isn't an obvious one you have to do your research and find out why.
Parts are available online at several different sources and in the UK at many brick and mortar locations. The price of significant parts is higher than the ordinary car and that is something to consider when making you purchasing decision. The national alfa romeo owners groups are also a great source of information and help.
2007-12-04 00:34:13 · answer #3 · answered by fnsurf 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
because when the repair bills start coming in the affair soon cools but hey what can be better than an Italian convertable, even if it's only for awhile, truly a 5000 dollar bottle of wine is worthless if it is never to be opened.
2007-12-06 14:05:38 · answer #4 · answered by hobbabob 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This car may be cheap to buy but very expensive to maintain.
Alfa Romeo's are known to have very poor reliability.
2007-12-04 22:06:07 · answer #5 · answered by Kenny G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd give the first guy a thumbs up for mentioning parts, if I could.
2007-12-03 09:25:55 · answer #6 · answered by nb_philly 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hard to find parts for? not good cars?
2007-12-03 09:21:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋