Alfa Romeo GTV 2.0 Twin Spark

The Alfa GTV is great fun but don't expect any form of creature comfort. I think the best way to describe it would be compact. The front is actually quite spacious, but try getting in the back and you can suddenly feel claustaphobic. The lack of space is accentuated by the fact the rear seat is nothing more that a bench with a small amount of leather covered padding on it. The front seats are quite comfortable and supportive, despite being low to the ground which you'd expect with a sports car. Once the car is moving, any form of comfort disappears. The suspension is hard and there is a ... more

The GTV coupé is an accomplished performer. Nothing else on the road looks like the Alfa; few create such a 'must-have' feeling. The GTV is one of the sharpest handling cars around, with fabulous grip and incredible steering. However, it is very short on space, even for a sports car. The driving position is great and the seats are very supportive. But the rear seats are tiny and rear visibility is very poor. Standard equipment includes ABS, twin airbags, climate control and alarm/immobiliser. Insurance and servicing costs aren’t too bad but parts can prove expensive. ... more

I have owned this car for almost 2 years now and I still love it... It's breathtakingly beautiful and I find myself looking at it as I leave it parked. I even crane my neck sometimes. Embarrassing to admit, but I defy anyone who drives one to resist. Seriously. The drive is brilliant, the car really comes alive on a-roads and begs to be driven hard (within legal limits of course) on some nice country roads. However if you don't like firm rides, this may not be the car for you, it can be a little jarring on bumpy surfaces. Most cars I have driven get boring, and sometimes when I drive the GTV ... more

As an alround drivers car there is probably not many in this price bracket that return so many smile per miles, but in my experience it can be costly and with a sparse dealer network and few alfa specialist it can be frustrating at times to get the part needed. Overall the car hasn't suffered any major problems in the two years of ownership, but has had several minor niggles, which after driving a BMW for three years is had to accept, whilst most say that alfa have resolved their electrical issues I still feel they've not put them all to bed, wheel bearings are another item which seems to need ... more