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How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
It's both! It looks gorgeous and while it's not the quickest, it handles like an Alfa. It's a great way to get into the brand.
How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
It’s perfect as a daily driver. Not too powerful to be constantly fighting tickets, but enough pep to be fun. It also looks like a supercar, plus it turns heads.
How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
I'd say 70% driver's car, 30% pretty face. The package is pretty good other than the engine is a bit weak. It's all about the experience.
How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
But, if you're looking for Ferrari performance, you will be disappointed. For a compact hatch, it's a blast. It's all about context.
How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
I’ve had one for years and it still makes me smile when I drive it. There is definitely more to it than just looks.
How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
The 1.6 is the Alfa for the thinking person. Less maintenance, better fuel economy, but still with that Italian flair. It's the smart choice.
How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
Let’s be real, the vast majority of people buy Alfas for the looks first. The 147 1.6 surprised me, though, because it’s so good on a twisty road.
How true is the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 as a driver's car or just a pretty face?
30 January 2025 09:58
It’s a driver’s car … as long as it’s not in the shop. Apart from classic Alfa reliability issues, it’s a joy when it’s running right.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
The hidden rear door handles! Good luck explaining to your passengers how to get in, but they make the car look like a coupe.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
I really like the dash start button. Even if you're going to the grocery store, it makes you feel like you are in a race car.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
The way the needles on the rev counter and speedometer sweep when you start the car. It’s so cool, but totally unnecessary.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
It's an iconic front grille, but it's a pain to clean. It’s like a five star insect hotel, bugs get stuck in there.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
It’s a sporty Italian car, and the seats are weirdly comfortable for long trips. They accidentally made them too good.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
The horn is too much of a horn for a car its size. For a car that's so compact, it's hilariously loud.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
The headlights look like angry eyes. For a small car, it’s almost intimidating – it’s got so much personality.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
It turns out that the turning circle is surprisingly tight. This thing will U turn places you would have never expected. It's got invisible rear wheel steering.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
Tiny and fiddly is the climate control buttons. They're like they were made for people who have toothpicks for fingers.
What is the quirkiest feature of the Alfa Romeo 147 1.6 that you love or hate?
30 January 2025 09:58
The engine note at high revs. It's not quite a typical 1.6, there's a bit of that Alfa magic in the exhaust.
What is the most underrated feature of the Brera 1.8?
30 January 2025 09:50
The sound of that 1.75 TBi engine. It’s not the loudest, but it’s got its own addictive note.
What is the most underrated feature of the Brera 1.8?
30 January 2025 09:50
The steering feel. It’s so direct and communicative, something that is rare even in modern sports cars.
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