Convertible roof problems - what are my rights?

I have bought a 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider for £8000. Today, after driving for the first day with the roof down, I got the following message : "Temporary roof failure" and the roof would not close fully. It...

Buying: new or used car?

My Alfa Romeo 159 150bhp JTDM has been the best car I've ever owned but mileage and running costs are now getting high. I've had a few high bills and am considering changing. The problem I've found is...

How reliable are Alfa Romeo twin clutch autos?

I have read about the problems with Volkswagen dry clutch autos. Does the same issue exist with the Alfa Romeo TCT auto? Also does this Alfa gearbox need any maintenance?

Engine damage from oil loss and overfill

What would be the difference in damage from an oil loss causing the engine to stop and oil over fill? Initial inspection from taking the sump off is a bent con rod. The head has not been removed as yet.

Dealer has damaged my new car What are my rights?

I have just bought a new Alfa Romeo Giulietta QV Line (March 12th). To date we haven’t driven the car. When we collected the car we noticed a dent in the front wing. The garage assured us that this could...

Should the dealer replace my car's faulty clutch?

Last week I bought a 57 plate Alfa Romeo Brera from an independent dealer. Since collecting the car I've noticed that the clutch is slipping. The three month warranty will not cover the repair. Does that...

Should I repair small dents before part-exchanging?

My son has owned a Alfa Romeo 159 1.9 JTD since 2009, which has 48,000 miles from new. It is a 2007 plate car and until two weeks ago was in very good condition. He was looking to change his car and putting...

Changing camshaft belt on Alfa Mito?

My Alfa Mito is five years old but only done 15000 miles. I have been quoted £284 by Auto world to replace the cambelt- the kit includes waterpump and jockey pulley. Do I need to replace the belt now or...

Autoprotect Warranty

I have recently had a problem with the convertible roof of my Alfa Spider which has now been repaired by Mangoletsi Alfa Romeo Dealership in Knutsford (who I would recommend for their customer service)....

Alfa Romeo 159 - is the diesel engine reliable?

My daughter is looking to buy a 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, can you tell me if the diesels are reliable?