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Fair enough, so are you going to test drive the Brera then? I'd say that or the VW Scirocco with the GTI 2.0 T FSI engine with DSG maybe?
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An Alfa? Seriously?
They're some of the most gorgeous cars on the road.. But longer term build quality? They make the D3 of Doom look uber-reliable (nearly 3 months without a major fault).
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Thats why I suggested the Volvo, although the Alfa will have a warranty so I would
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Now narrowed down to 2. Anna got to sit in an ST3 yesterday and was 'quite' taken with it. I continued to look non plussed as the salesman spouted on about how good it was.
We are off in a few minutes to look at a Scirroco (my favourite), hope she will see the light, go for the GT or R and then it's off to AVP when she isn't looking for a remap!!!! Muhahahahahahaha
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Conan (the Librarian) Watch it if you dare Currently, 2000 S8, Merlin Purple, Leather Pack 1, Winter Pack 1, SPAX adjustable suspension, AP Racing 6 pot front caliper, 385mm fully floating disks, EBC Yellow Stuff Pads, Black Diamond grooved rear disks and predetor pads, D2 Doctors Brake Block. 1997 4.2 A8SQ - the Projekt. 12 years and ongoing! 1997 4.2 A8SQ - Ming Blue. Restoration sat waiting; saved from the Scrapyard 2003 C5 Allroad 4.2Q - Cobolt Blue. Towing car. Laid up awaiting manual conversion. 2005 C5 Allroad 2.5TDi FE - Grey - Workhorse. 2015 Q3QS SLine - Daytona Grey. Lots of extras! Long Haired Admirals cutter. Previously 2003 C5 A6 1.9TDI FWD - Loaner from D2 Doctor Lifex 1997 S8 - Ming Blue. Loaned out and written off. I loved that car. My first engine swap after cambelt failure. 1996 4.2 A8SQ - Ming Blue. 178k on a cambelt! Trader's 8. Delivered to A8Parts at Lifex. 2003 2.8 A8SQ - powder blueish. Fill in for a while. Sold on. 1998 1.8T A4 Avant FWD. Ming Blue (there's a theme here), PEX for the 97 S8. And a list of non VAG going back 40 years before I saw the light. |
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Well we went to see it and she is quite taken. Likes the look and the interior. The downside? 5 month waiting list! Obviously VW don't want to sell cars. I doubt she'll want to wait so having a look and nearly new. I think the ST3 may sneak in here.......
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Conan (the Librarian) Watch it if you dare Currently, 2000 S8, Merlin Purple, Leather Pack 1, Winter Pack 1, SPAX adjustable suspension, AP Racing 6 pot front caliper, 385mm fully floating disks, EBC Yellow Stuff Pads, Black Diamond grooved rear disks and predetor pads, D2 Doctors Brake Block. 1997 4.2 A8SQ - the Projekt. 12 years and ongoing! 1997 4.2 A8SQ - Ming Blue. Restoration sat waiting; saved from the Scrapyard 2003 C5 Allroad 4.2Q - Cobolt Blue. Towing car. Laid up awaiting manual conversion. 2005 C5 Allroad 2.5TDi FE - Grey - Workhorse. 2015 Q3QS SLine - Daytona Grey. Lots of extras! Long Haired Admirals cutter. Previously 2003 C5 A6 1.9TDI FWD - Loaner from D2 Doctor Lifex 1997 S8 - Ming Blue. Loaned out and written off. I loved that car. My first engine swap after cambelt failure. 1996 4.2 A8SQ - Ming Blue. 178k on a cambelt! Trader's 8. Delivered to A8Parts at Lifex. 2003 2.8 A8SQ - powder blueish. Fill in for a while. Sold on. 1998 1.8T A4 Avant FWD. Ming Blue (there's a theme here), PEX for the 97 S8. And a list of non VAG going back 40 years before I saw the light. |
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The ST is a fun car, but after the novelty wears off and the exhaust manifold/turbo unit has come off for the second time (and it will buddy) you'll be hankering after that 'rocco!! Get a nearly new Scirocco and a remap. Great car and superb value when you consider the Golf GTi costs. Scirocco has different rear suspension to the mk5 GTi and drives great!
The Focus is a great giggle and sounds lovely so lets be honest, you won't be disappointed with either car but I reckon for long term enjoyment and re-sale the Scirocco is the best choice. I wish I had this decision to make!! |
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I know this is a little facetious, but how about an '8' based kit car, are there any?
after all you have a donor vehicle don't you? That'd be scary
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Nooo..not an Alfa
Just my tuppence:
I've had 3, all GTVs though: a 2.0 Twin Spark, a 3.0 GTV6 and a 2.0 V6 Turbo (special import from Italy with open pipes -awesome sound). They are awesome driver's cars, but made of tofee and don't hack high mileages or abuse (except the 164, which in 3.0 does clock up a few zeros). Every one of them had electrical problems and my mate's brand new GTD blew up at 60K! The Brera doesn't handle well enough (front end heavy), but looks incredible. If I liked garages, I'd buy another Alfa!! Good luck with whatever you pick... |
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my 156 was nothing but entertaining. Its only real fault being a sunroof that leaked. Easily solved by not buying one with sunroof! The electricals and mechanicals were good as gold, it was 130k when i got rid and she's still going now. Still miss the high reving fun! wouldn't swap back though...the audi will do for me for now
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