Alfa 159 Part IX (Any Alfa discussion also welcomed)

[Sunburnsam]

Hi guys...

 

Is it possible and the 159 3.2 has only an OMV of $6K ?

I saw this new advert 

 

http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=639724&DL=2297

 

Edited April 7, 2017 by Sunburnsam

[Uninitiated]

Hi folks, it has been a while! Getting active again now that I have hit 5-year mark on my current drive and is looking forward to the Giulia. Any one has insider info on when the sedan and its coupe version will be hitting our shore?

[Gkhb1010]

  On 4/11/2017 at 1:19 AM, Uninitiated said:

Hi folks, it has been a while! Getting active again now that I have hit 5-year mark on my current drive and is looking forward to the Giulia. Any one has insider info on when the sedan and its coupe version will be hitting our shore?

 

Heard car coming in in Sept. Test car in Aug

 

QV >330K

[Uninitiated]

  On 4/11/2017 at 3:38 AM, Gkhb1010 said:

Heard car coming in in Sept. Test car in Aug

 

QV >330K

 

Exceeding 330k.... That is about the price of a Maser Ghlibi. Phew... Will have to see the car in flesh (or metal) before taking the plunge.

[Gkhb1010]

  On 4/11/2017 at 6:03 AM, Uninitiated said:

Exceeding 330k.... That is about the price of a Maser Ghlibi. Phew... Will have to see the car in flesh (or metal) before taking the plunge.

With all the extras will hit 380+. 300+ is just the base. Guilia looks much better than the ghibli. Faster too 3.9 lei 505 bhp dun play play :)

[Uninitiated]

  On 4/11/2017 at 8:54 AM, Gkhb1010 said:

With all the extras will hit 380+. 300+ is just the base. Guilia looks much better than the ghibli. Faster too 3.9 lei 505 bhp dun play play :)

 

380++ .... hmmmmm.... just throw in a bit more and you could be looking at Maser GT. That is a good looker. Maser GT going for 445 now. Popped by over the weekend to check it out. V8... still outta my league.

[Theoldjaffa]

  On 4/11/2017 at 9:12 AM, Uninitiated said:

380++ .... hmmmmm.... just throw in a bit more and you could be looking at Maser GT. That is a good looker. Maser GT going for 445 now. Popped by over the weekend to check it out. V8... still outta my league.

 

throw in a bit more and can get 911 liao.

 

there will be no end.

[Gkhb1010]

  On 4/11/2017 at 9:30 AM, Theoldjaffa said:

throw in a bit more and can get 911 liao.

 

there will be no end.

Hahahahaha you're absolutely right!!

[Sunburnsam]

Hi guys

 

Does anyone have any idea (or owned a unit) why this 159 3.2 is different (http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info_photos.php?ID=639724&CUR=5#photo) ? Is it an import unit? or just a basic model when purchased.

Am looking to see if I can switch over to this unit.

 

- no paddle shift

- no controls on steering

- the air-con switches looks different

- no rear air-con

- no electric seats

 

 

 

 

 

[Boldeagle]

Hey bros!

 

I used to drive the Alfa 75 Twin Spark until I blew the gasket rushing back to camp for mobilisation haha. Sold it at scrap value to a good friend who overhauled it to drive another 2 years.

 

Now I'm looking at this gorgeous Brera. Anyone familiar with this one?

 

http://m.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=635369

 

The listing says Manual transmission but the pictures looks like Selespeed. What do you guys think?

 

This car has 2 years 2 months to go. But has already done 152km. Not sure what is the service history and what has been changed so far.

 

I'm also thinking of keeping this beauty after 10 years but almost all my friends say only if it's a Manual as the Selespeed will give lots of problems.

 

I know this is wrong forum but the mechanics are similar to the 159 right?

 

Thanks bros for any advice offered.

[Theredstar]

  On 4/16/2017 at 2:38 AM, Boldeagle said:

Hey bros!

 

I used to drive the Alfa 75 Twin Spark until I blew the gasket rushing back to camp for mobilisation haha. Sold it at scrap value to a good friend who overhauled it to drive another 2 years.

 

Now I'm looking at this gorgeous Brera. Anyone familiar with this one?

 

http://m.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=635369

 

The listing says Manual transmission but the pictures looks like Selespeed. What do you guys think?

 

This car has 2 years 2 months to go. But has already done 152km. Not sure what is the service history and what has been changed so far.

 

I'm also thinking of keeping this beauty after 10 years but almost all my friends say only if it's a Manual as the Selespeed will give lots of problems.

 

I know this is wrong forum but the mechanics are similar to the 159 right?

 

Thanks bros for any advice offered.

History you may have to wait for other bros to come in and advise.

 

But strictly speaking, selespeed is manual GB. Considered semi-manual

[Boldeagle]

Hey bros

 

Checked with dealer and it's a Selespeed.

 

He said owner is willing to change the gearbox at AS if I'm willing to pay the listed price.

 

Apparently serviced at AS so service history there. Will go check it out.

[Saabretooth]

  On 4/16/2017 at 2:38 AM, Boldeagle said:

Hey bros!

 

I used to drive the Alfa 75 Twin Spark until I blew the gasket rushing back to camp for mobilisation haha. Sold it at scrap value to a good friend who overhauled it to drive another 2 years.

 

Now I'm looking at this gorgeous Brera. Anyone familiar with this one?

 

http://m.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=635369

 

The listing says Manual transmission but the pictures looks like Selespeed. What do you guys think?

 

This car has 2 years 2 months to go. But has already done 152km. Not sure what is the service history and what has been changed so far.

 

I'm also thinking of keeping this beauty after 10 years but almost all my friends say only if it's a Manual as the Selespeed will give lots of problems.

 

I know this is wrong forum but the mechanics are similar to the 159 right?

 

Thanks bros for any advice offered.

 

 

Your Story sounds so familiar.....

[Easyrider]

  On 4/16/2017 at 3:54 AM, Boldeagle said:

Hey bros

 

Checked with dealer and it's a Selespeed.

 

He said owner is willing to change the gearbox at AS if I'm willing to pay the listed price.

 

Apparently serviced at AS so service history there. Will go check it out.

 

You should clarify what the owner means by 'change the gearbox'. Replacing the entire selespeed actuator which is usually a problem at 8-9 years will cost about 6k at AS. There is also the selespeed clutch, seals and pump which will cost another 1k+.

 

IMO, if I see that a car has 3 owners already, I would be very careful as it could turn out to be a lemon.

Edited April 17, 2017 by Easyrider

[Boldeagle]

  On 4/17/2017 at 12:30 AM, Easyrider said:

You should clarify what the owner means by 'change the gearbox'. Replacing the entire selespeed actuator which is usually a problem at 8-9 years will cost about 6k at AS. There is also the selespeed clutch, seals and pump which will cost another 1k+.

 

IMO, if I see that a car has 3 owners already, I would be very careful as it could turn out to be a lemon.

 

Thanks for your advice Easyrider.  If the owner is willing to change complete gearbox, ie everything, then definitely worth considering.  Of course the other wear and tear stuff like fuel pump, leaking hoses, worn out suspension and bushes, electricals, etc etc... will see what's the condition considering and need replacing it has 152km mileage already.

 

Yes... 3 owners will sound alarm bells for me too.  Got to do a test drive and check on their claims on having a full service history at AS. The dealer actually gave me the license number already to go check with AS haha

[EkkeWang]

hello peeps, 

 

selling off my Alfa Romeo A147 2.0L Selespeed TS. (2008 jan 28th registered)

 

LEFT about 9months COE. going for $18000 flat n firm quick deal.

 

selling cuz new car ready to collect.

 

if no one buy this beauty, then it will go for the scrap. :)

 

very nice care plate 9_99R.

still good to renew COE too.

parf rebate at end of COE is $15000. with body value of $150 at least.

so its just paying 3 k for 9 months of driving an alfa!

 

comes with aftermarket Novitec parts:

1) Novitec carbon charger air intake CF type (selling separately too for $100)

2) Novitec LTA legal Oval cat-back Exhaust with cert. (selling separately too for $220)

3) Novitec Full set pedals with foot rest.

4) active sub woofer in the boot area

5) tweeters in front and upgraded car speakers

6) using full denso iridium spark plugs

 

original air intake box and exhaust will be given to buyer too.

 

pm me to arrange test drive/viewing. asap, gotta scrap by end MAY to collect new car.

 

view more info here: 

https://carousell.com/p/alfa-romeo-a147-2-0l-selespeed-100282327/?ref=profile&ref_referrer=%2Fsingah123%2F&ref_sId=1514261

[andy7]

I am very confused and hesitate to get a 159, can anyone help Me?

 

Currently driving an old version Toyota Altis( 2008, got it at second hand dealer) , quite reliable but not fun at all.

 

I don't understand why 159 looks so sexy but the maintenance is so expensive, and makes me loving but scaring it at the same time.

 

I have been loving 159 for a very very Long time (since 2012), but when I really want to get one, my Friend told me don't go for it as this car is not very reliable and very thirsty. As a result, I end up of getting my Altis which so called reliable but no fun at all. So I work, and I drive Everyday, I pump the oil and renewing road tax for her, but in my heart, I wish I am doing this for a 159 but not her.

 

Once I got the Altis, I start to regret and asking myself why I wasn't go for alfa when I was able to afford it. Now, if I sell my Altis and convert it into Alfa, I am going to loss some money (insurance, road tax, dealer cut down etc.）and also put myself into some kind of "uncertainty".

 

The uncertainty means I don't know which day is the day that I have to spend a lot of money just to change the 159's "wear and tears" , probably, it is going to be $4000+? perhaps even higher than that when the clutch need to change?

 

I have tried an Alfa 159 at dealer recently, and it is a 2012 car, white Color, exhaust pipe have been modified to make that "hump engine noise", besides that, dealer said there are no other modifications. I have tried the car, overall feels powerful but just the sound abit noisy, but I kinda like it as it feels sporty.

 

This 159 left for 4year and 7 month, they are asking for 69000 sgd, and would like to trade in my Altis at 18000 ( 1 year left).

 

I am quite confused, although I can afford the money to own a 159, but I am afraid I can't afford the maintainence fee some day. It feels like playing a 4D lottery, I can't predict which day the car will break down and I have to pop up a few thousand dollars to continue its life.

 

But I do love the car's outlook, probably the most beautiful piece in my heart. I have never so obssessed a car's outlook like a white 159 do. This is just a dream car in my mind, at least for the outlook.

 

I wish I am rich enough and no need to worry about the wear and tears in the future and just enjoy to own an Alfa.But I am not, I can afford a car that spend a few thousand dollars to change the major parts "once a few year", but not "always".

 

My confusion also because I am not a car expert who knows everything about the car, so when I see the engine and try the car, I roughly know if this car is worth to buy or not , or else, it will give me a lot of trouble.

 

To make a short summary:

 

1)Alfa lovers, can anyone give me some suggestions on this based on my situation?

 

2)I also wondering if I can join a what's app group of you guys to know more about Alfa, so maybe someone is willing to accompany me to view the 159 again before I really decide to go for that car.

 

Thanks for viewing my post.

 

Cheers guys!

 

Andy

[ZacharyAng]

  On 5/12/2017 at 2:57 AM, andy7 said:

I am very confused and hesitate to get a 159, can anyone help Me?

 

Currently driving an old version Toyota Altis( 2008, got it at second hand dealer) , quite reliable but not fun at all.

 

I don't understand why 159 looks so sexy but the maintenance is so expensive, and makes me loving but scaring it at the same time.

 

I have been loving 159 for a very very Long time (since 2012), but when I really want to get one, my Friend told me don't go for it as this car is not very reliable and very thirsty. As a result, I end up of getting my Altis which so called reliable but no fun at all. So I work, and I drive Everyday, I pump the oil and renewing road tax for her, but in my heart, I wish I am doing this for a 159 but not her.

 

Once I got the Altis, I start to regret and asking myself why I wasn't go for alfa when I was able to afford it. Now, if I sell my Altis and convert it into Alfa, I am going to loss some money (insurance, road tax, dealer cut down etc.）and also put myself into some kind of "uncertainty".

 

The uncertainty means I don't know which day is the day that I have to spend a lot of money just to change the 159's "wear and tears" , probably, it is going to be $4000+? perhaps even higher than that when the clutch need to change?

 

I have tried an Alfa 159 at dealer recently, and it is a 2012 car, white Color, exhaust pipe have been modified to make that "hump engine noise", besides that, dealer said there are no other modifications. I have tried the car, overall feels powerful but just the sound abit noisy, but I kinda like it as it feels sporty.

 

This 159 left for 4year and 7 month, they are asking for 69000 sgd, and would like to trade in my Altis at 18000 ( 1 year left).

 

I am quite confused, although I can afford the money to own a 159, but I am afraid I can't afford the maintainence fee some day. It feels like playing a 4D lottery, I can't predict which day the car will break down and I have to pop up a few thousand dollars to continue its life.

 

But I do love the car's outlook, probably the most beautiful piece in my heart. I have never so obssessed a car's outlook like a white 159 do. This is just a dream car in my mind, at least for the outlook.

 

I wish I am rich enough and no need to worry about the wear and tears in the future and just enjoy to own an Alfa.But I am not, I can afford a car that spend a few thousand dollars to change the major parts "once a few year", but not "always".

 

My confusion also because I am not a car expert who knows everything about the car, so when I see the engine and try the car, I roughly know if this car is worth to buy or not , or else, it will give me a lot of trouble.

 

To make a short summary:

 

1)Alfa lovers, can anyone give me some suggestions on this based on my situation?

 

2)I also wondering if I can join a what's app group of you guys to know more about Alfa, so maybe someone is willing to accompany me to view the 159 again before I really decide to go for that car.

 

Thanks for viewing my post.

 

Cheers guys!

 

Andy

 

 

buy and don't regret. if you are afraid, minimise your exposure by getting a shorter COE lifespan car, probably 1-2 years left.

 

I have probably lost count of how many times people praised or turned their heads to take a second look of my car. big fuel tank - 80L (there is a reason for it to be this big)

 

ultimately, before you commit, send the car to an Alfa specialist to check on what are the wear & tear that needs to be done up upon taking over, and negotiate with the seller for a better price.

 

you may use Alfa Sportivo / Alfa City, most alfa owners send their cars to them for servicing so you may also be able to find the car's history with them.

 

I believe the S$4k++ repair costs is referring to the entire selespeed kit. Apart from that, usual maintenance is quite similar to any other conti, VW / Audi / BMW / Mercs (ok Mercs parts are quite cheap actually...)

Edited May 12, 2017 by ZacharyAng