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« on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 10:30:39 » |
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As my car's now gone (  ) me and the missus have decided to trade in her Fiesta whilst it's still worth something and get a new car. Looking to spend up to £4500 possibly £5000. What can I get for my money? I've seen a few Alfa 147 TS 1.6 with average mileage (45k) for around £4k. Ideally want something small(ish) size wise, but still want something quite fast  |
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mattboyslim
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« Reply #1 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 10:40:16 » |
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I think 4K for an Alfa is a bit cheap. I bought my Seat Ibiza 53 plate with 11K 6 months ago for a cut price £5500, I seriously toyed with an Alfa til I looked at insurance - which varies hugely dependent on trim level from my research, it seems like £5-6K buys you an alright one, maybe on a 51-52 plate. Nice cars though, and I think where my money will be going once I'm over 25.
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« Reply #2 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 12:27:54 » |
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I think 4K for an Alfa is a bit cheap. I bought my Seat Ibiza 53 plate with 11K 6 months ago for a cut price £5500, I seriously toyed with an Alfa til I looked at insurance - which varies hugely dependent on trim level from my research, it seems like £5-6K buys you an alright one, maybe on a 51-52 plate. Nice cars though, and I think where my money will be going once I'm over 25. Great if you like spending time in the company of mechanics I suppose. |
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« Reply #3 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 12:36:09 » |
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Very true lumps, very true - I think they ahev deinately improved and continue to do so, and for petrolheads on a budget they represent good value - I'm sure Paul D has an alfa - ask him how reliable they are?
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Samdy Gray
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« Reply #4 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 13:37:10 » |
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Anyone else got any suggestions. I pretty open to ideas at the moment. I really want to be sure I'm getting the right car before I buy one so will be doing plenty of research beforehand.
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« Reply #5 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 13:39:10 » |
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McLovin
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« Reply #6 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 13:55:38 » |
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Buy mine off me...
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« Reply #7 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 13:56:27 » |
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You can buy mine if you like. £5000 to you.
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If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88 miles per hour, you're gonna see some serious shit...
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« Reply #8 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 13:58:51 » |
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Dave Blackcurrant, Sippo, Thanks but no thanks guys.
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Samdy Gray
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« Reply #9 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 14:18:50 » |
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Look at this one for an absolute bargain! |
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« Reply #10 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 14:21:33 » |
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quick, buy it now!
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« Reply #11 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 14:22:44 » |
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I test drove an Alfa 147 1.6 just after they came onto the market, with every intention of buying one. I was also lucky enough to drive a work colleagues 2.0 selespeed, to compare the two.
Now, don't take this the wrong way, but that beast was a very nice car to drive. The build quality of the cars I drove was excellent, but then they were both new and frankly you shouldn't expect anything less. One thing stopped me though - fears over reliability. I just didn't get enough reassurance from the Alfa dealer that the company had solved all their previous problems.
Another work colleague had one which he sold just over a year ago (forced, as he was relocating to the USA) - he only had good things to say about his.
IMHO, its a gamble. But if you are seriously considering a 147, get it thoroughly checked out by a qualified mechanic in advance, as you may be setting yourself up for some expensive maintenance if something goes wrong.
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McLovin
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« Reply #12 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 14:26:20 » |
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it's got a Bose system - nice.
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mattboyslim
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« Reply #13 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 14:31:32 » |
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Approved used could be the call with Alfa - pay more but with more guarantees of maintenance and history.
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Samdy Gray
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« Reply #14 on: Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 14:39:48 » |
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Think I'll have to recondisder the Alfa 147. Just did and insurance quote = £2000. Ouch!
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