2.0TS (150bhp) is good, avoid any with the Selespeed transmission if you can, as with the 1.6 regular servicing, changing of cam belts on time and correct grade of oil is key, these cars will need money spending, and prices for some parts are high, especially cam phase variators, suspension components need OE parts (TRW) in most cases. The Alfa Romeo Arna was born out of a good idea. Alfa Romeo partnered up with Nissan to make a small car for Europe. The problem is, the wrong companies got put in charge of the wrong things. The Arna had Nissan styling and Alfa Romeo mechanicals and electrics! As a result, it was a terrible car in every single way. Thinking of changing from 147 to Giulietta. Hi Folks, long time lurker but first time poster here. My current car is a 2001 147 1.6 (120ps) which I've owned from new. The 147 has been utterly reliable and still looks great, both inside and out, so I haven't been tempted to change it. Until I saw the Giulietta that is. 5. Performance. Running Costs. Comfort. Reliability. Space Practicality. I love my Alfa. I bought it being aware that they had a not entirely positive reputation for reliability but did not let this point put me off. I made a good decision, the car has never let me down but constantly put a smile on my face. Research 2024 Alfa Romeo 147 models with independent reviews, comparisons, news and deals. Find new, demo and used Alfa Romeo 147 cars for sale in your region. I also have an Alfa 147 Selespeed 147 2.0L Twinspark for almost 1month now. I bought the car second-hand. Worst mistake ever. The car does not want to be stopped when on the road, he automatically goes into Neutral and stays there. You have to restart and restart. Sometimes, whilst driving he switches over in the middle of the road to Neutral. wK72dA.
