Which Alfa would be the safest option but still offer a sporty drive?

[Gullible]

I need to get a winter car and was looking at the alfa romeo range.
It seems the safest bet whilst still having a good looking car but which model would the forum recommend?
I like the breara and also the 3.2 spyder but think a coupe is the wisest route.
What cars, up to 5 years old, were the most solidly built and reliable of the AR range and still look good today?
what pitfalls are there with the Alfa`s?
I need a bit of performance but definatly,good looks and reliability for the car.
I would appreciate any opinions and will then do research on the models sugested.
many thanks

 

[alfamaserman]

You've answered your own question - a coupe.
Look at the GT range. I know it goes against the grain but the best variant seems to be the diesel. The most annoying thing with the GT is the possibility of a rattly rear hatch. Otherwise it's based on the 156/147 and therefore well proven.

 

[dem maser]

the 2.2 engine on the brera is a drinker, your better off going for a v6

 

[GransportFan1]

Spider V6 best looking modern Alfa apart from the 8C, just make sure it is Red.

 

[marcos]

If you want a foil for your car, go practical - 156 Sportwagon with the V6. Fast, decent enough handling, dirt cheap and stuff in the back!

Wish I needed one!

 

[Andyk]

159 is a real looker...GT is lovely and goes well...Brera is stunning but too heavy even in V6 form.......Go GT or 159........

 

[Parisien]

159 break....sounds the business...style, economy and usefulness......

P

 

[GransportFan1]

159 is a nice motor, saw a 159 3.2 TI spec today in Red with Tan, looked great.

 

[Andyk]

The owner of the Italian we are going to next week has a black 159 sportswagon with tan and it looks lovely....They look great coming towards you....

 

[GransportFan1]

The owner of the Italian we are going to next week has a black 159 sportswagon with tan and it looks lovely....They look great coming towards you....

couldn't agree more, i have only started to really like Alfa's in recent months, they just have something about them which makes you go all funny inside, dont get that with a BMW unless M is on the bootlid and i dont mean a 318D with an M plaque on the back.

 

[GransportFan1]

The Estate model does look rather nice. The Ti spec is the one to have, it is the most expensive variant but you get the nice leather and tasty wheels.

 

[reservoirfrog]

the estate model looks stunning

 

[GransportFan1]

the estate model looks stunning

it does with a few additions to the exterior.

 

[reservoirfrog]

thats a nice looking car as well............just noticed it

 

[GransportFan1]

yeah same, on a more serious not i think this is my fave combo for a 159, rooso exterior and tan interior, is it me or do i know about sartorial elegance? i will let Enzo decided as he is Italian.

 

[Andyk]

Yep you could just open her tail gate...looks like there is lots of room to put you load.

 

[Andyk]

That red one is lovely...Best looking medium sector car you can buy..Lovely

 

[GransportFan1]

Yep you could just open her tail gate...looks like there is lots of room to put you load.

very good Andy, very good.

 

[ENZ525]

yeah same, on a more serious not i think this is my fave combo for a 159, rooso exterior and tan interior, is it me or do i know about sartorial elegance? i will let Enzo decided as he is Italian.

Lovely combo...

 

[GransportFan1]

Lovely combo...

that is the most important opinion.