USED Alfa Romeo Giulia - The common problems and should you buy one? | ReDriven used car review

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    Built to take on the likes of the BMW M3, Mercedes-Benz C63, Lexus ISF and Audi RS4, the Alfa Romeo Giulia bring Italian flare to the performance sedan market and has built quite the following since it was launched. But is it a good idea to buy one use? Watch to find out.
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  • @marshallcameron5871
    @marshallcameron5871 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +240

    Bought my Quad in 2018, carbon seats and brakes. Sold it late last year after 50,000 trouble free kms, not a single warning light.
    Also scored my first 3 services free and 6 year warranty.
    Such a beast, best car I’ve ever owned.

    • @sladewilson890
      @sladewilson890 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

      So why sell it?

    • @kimzor1989
      @kimzor1989 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      Already lost 40k in value, he didn't want to see it go to zero

    • @2steaksandwiches665
      @2steaksandwiches665 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@kimzor1989depreciation never mattered to me. I keep cars a long time. With payments on a new car being $1000 a month now, you’re better off fixing your car. Keeping miles off a car is like me not banging my girlfriend to keep miles off her for the next guy.

    • @ianlee487
      @ianlee487 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@kimzor1989idiot

    • @Al-ie9ob
      @Al-ie9ob 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kimzor1989such a pathetic comment

  • @lucasaviro
    @lucasaviro 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +350

    Wow, never see jim be so positive towards a European car

    • @phatlaz1974
      @phatlaz1974 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      My thought exactly

    • @andrazlogar861
      @andrazlogar861 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Megane rs :)

    • @wyatthurts1729
      @wyatthurts1729 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Jim should watch TH-cam for mechanical tips regardless of experience someone else can show you an easier method

    • @tristanyoung1247
      @tristanyoung1247 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Until it breaks😂

    • @rlsedition
      @rlsedition 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @@tristanyoung1247 Which is not common.

  • @brettreaby
    @brettreaby 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +92

    We have a new veloce from 2023, replacing a merc 250. Much better than the merc to drive. Great car no issues first 12 months.

  • @sijbrendejong8502
    @sijbrendejong8502 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +115

    YES! buy one! I've owned one since 2019 and it is FABULOUS. No issues other than indeed a battery replacement and if you maintain it as prescribed it will put a smile on your face. You realise every time you drive something unique and beautiful and you'll look back at it every time you park it.

    • @ofusowre7620
      @ofusowre7620 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Beautiful car👍

    • @gregorymatthies5297
      @gregorymatthies5297 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Puts a smile on my face too. Hang on a minute just let me go down to the garage and have a look. Yep still smiling ❤

    • @dusankocisevic6823
      @dusankocisevic6823 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Indeed the same story, about my Mito Benzina!💚🤍❤️

    • @Musique61414
      @Musique61414 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same. Battery.

    • @briank5304
      @briank5304 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Nope, I had the turbo go out twice and it took the dealership over a month to fix it each time. The left front break caliper froze as well. Fortunately the dealership fixed all of it for free.

  • @mattbettany1174
    @mattbettany1174 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +55

    Had a Giulia Veloce on lease for 3 years, man I miss that car , Misano Blue , Yellow Callipers, 19” dark hole alloys . Every petrol stop would take ages because I’d get stopped by people admiring it and asking if it got the “Ferrari Engine “ obviously I had to explain it was a 4 pot but it just goes to show that even lower models than the QV looked exotic.

    • @sunnysaenngarm5375
      @sunnysaenngarm5375 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      fun fact: the reason for that is because the QV was actually developed first then the regular models were made after, hence the reason why the lower trims look similar - just covered the aero slits etc

    • @leonardolupini3484
      @leonardolupini3484 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Here too, my Veloce gets lots of attention, and being Italian, she absolutely loves it 😂

  • @WazzaG076
    @WazzaG076 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

    Thank you for a brilliant review. Have owned 3 Alfas over 34 years: a Berlina, an Alfetta and for 24 years a new 1984 Giulietta 2L.
    The last was only sold due to serious health issues. All were serviced regularly by specialist Alfa Mechanics and gave very little trouble.
    We so miss our Alfa still.
    As I pray for a miraculous recovery I so long to own a Giulia Veloce.
    Now all you have done is to increase my craving for one more Alfa before I die. You have a lot to answer for!

    • @edombre4637
      @edombre4637 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      hope you get one, and all the best with your health. I too was diagnosed with a serious medical condition, and the first thing I did was I went out and bought a quadrifoglio. It makes me feel fantastic every time I look at it, not to mention how stunning it is to drive.

    • @robertfonovic3551
      @robertfonovic3551 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@edombre4637 bahahaha

    • @EggooYT
      @EggooYT 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@robertfonovic3551 can you explain why you feel the need to laugh at someone for being ill?

    • @kay23456
      @kay23456 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@EggooYT i think he was laughing at the remedy of buying a quadrifoglio, not the condition?

    • @WazzaG076
      @WazzaG076 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Am finally suddenly picking up after a terrible time with post prostate cancer radiation therapy.
      And immediately my thoughts have turned to buying my 4th Alfa, a Giulia - probably a Veloce. Think of me and I shall keep you my fellow Alfista informed. 😊

  • @rosskramer5296
    @rosskramer5296 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    I owned a 2017 Giulia Ti (veloce) and sold it at around 55K miles. It was the best car I've ever owned (I've owned 50), it was mostly trouble-free (I had to replace the factory battery, under warranty), and I only sold it because I needed something bigger. But I still regret selling it!

  • @kevinciprian4380
    @kevinciprian4380 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +65

    So happy to see a positive non-italian review of this car, my car (as italian i must admit, we're not always very objective about italian cars).
    Unfortunately, in Italy is very expensive to own the VELOCE with the petrol engine (about 1k € of taxes every year and don't even get me started on insurance) so i've got a used, and wonderfully maintained, 2018 VELOCE with the 2.2 diesel 210 bhp. Still an amazing car to watch and to drive, no big drama so far in 2 years of ownership and almost 100k total

    • @ivancortes5637
      @ivancortes5637 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Any recomendation to avoid problems with the DPF on Giulia ?Which is the use that you usually give it ?
      I would like to buy a Diesel 2.2 but I’m worried about the problems that I could have with the DPF ?

    • @sotirisbakaimis3276
      @sotirisbakaimis3276 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ivancortes5637 Ι own a 2.2 diesel (REG 7/2018), 180 hp, very good so far, no issues with the DPF

    • @vladmarc2277
      @vladmarc2277 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Unfortunately the sound doesn't match the style.
      Every time I see one and hear a diesel, I'm a little sad, as the driver was so close to perfection

    • @beau_de_jour
      @beau_de_jour หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@vladmarc2277what do you mean? for a super sedan would be great just petrol?

  • @tlevans62
    @tlevans62 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    I owned an Alfa 147 for three years in Dubai and everyone told me to get rid of it when the warranty was up. I never had a single issue with the car, but out of fear, I bought a Mercedes Benz C230K with an AMG kit in it. Worst car I ever owned, everything broke down or malfunctioned on that thing. After 18 Months I offloaded it for a Range Rover, kept it for about six months and got rid of it when I left Dubai. Probably a good thing too, seeing how badly reliable those things are. Now I drive a Kia Stinger. It’s been brilliant and trouble free.

  • @autopiIo7
    @autopiIo7 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +120

    the italian movie scene was gold 🤣

    • @sijbrendejong8502
      @sijbrendejong8502 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Legendary

    • @neosoviet502
      @neosoviet502 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Fr

    • @iehen
      @iehen 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      was crap

  • @RichieRouge206
    @RichieRouge206 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    I adore these! They’re beautiful and has far more appeal than a carpark full of BMWs and Audis. The Car Wizard over in the States has found the modern Alfas especially the V6 engine to be very reliable indeed! Great video dude

  • @nickmortimer
    @nickmortimer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    HOORAY, I finally found a website that gives balanced and researched reviews. Well done guys, I don't care if my car does 5.4 or 6.4 seconds for 0 to 100. What I do care about is if it suits my needs as we are all different with different needs. I have owned a Giulia and now have a Stelvio mainly because at 6'4" I found it difficult to get in and out of and so did my missus. Loved the car and it was trouble free but it did not have height adjustable front seat belts like the Stelvio and a few other small things that convinced us to trade up. Keep up the good work on the website and I will keep suggesting it to my friends and acquaintances................cheers

  • @martynh5410
    @martynh5410 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I put 50,000 miles on my 2018. No big issues, never replaced the battery. Sunroof did get “stuck” and wiring to the back up lights failed on one side. Car was so good, i bought another one in 2023!

    • @ruiqianren9405
      @ruiqianren9405 หลายเดือนก่อน

      With respect it's not time yet. My Mercedes was fine for 80,000 miles but within the next 10,000 miles it basically killed itself

  • @charleskyriakou1938
    @charleskyriakou1938 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    Loved the review mate, was great to meet you in person!

    • @EL8888
      @EL8888 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Thanks for featuring the car Charles, how did you get the Android Auto in? Do you mind sharing some resources? Cheers

    • @cruzeculture6936
      @cruzeculture6936 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Shut up

    • @Chained2Alice
      @Chained2Alice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      RayBans are a must have in my Alfa too. =pp

    • @charleskyriakou1938
      @charleskyriakou1938 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@EL8888 The system I installed is from ENG-Custom. Cost me about 600AUD delivered from Italy. I installed it myself in a couple hours. It's a plug and play system so pretty straight forward but it is fiddly and you need to be flexible to get to the factory infotainment module.

  • @Pagodus
    @Pagodus 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Took delivery of a Giulia Quadrifoglio just a couple of days ago. Amazing timing guys 😂😂 keep it up, you're doing awesome work!

  • @hellothere4342
    @hellothere4342 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    I've certainly got my eyes out for a Quadrofoglio in green with the optional Sparco seats. Can't wait till it's in my price range.

    • @frankbasile3662
      @frankbasile3662 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      My 18 Monte Carlo blue Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio is getting delivered from Maimi up to New York now,paid about 45 k plus financing,.Looking forward to its arrival

  • @glennlindamood
    @glennlindamood 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    We love our 2021 Giulia Ti! After 2.5 years and 25,000 trouble free miles, most enjoyable car we've ever owned!

  • @drsrsv8884
    @drsrsv8884 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

    The Italians just make pretty machines!❤

    • @madrx2
      @madrx2 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Should've gone to specsavers

    • @MarcusVinicius116
      @MarcusVinicius116 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      They’re wonderful in term of style. This is a fact.

    • @ianlee487
      @ianlee487 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      ​@@madrx2someone else who knows nothing

    • @ianlee487
      @ianlee487 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@MarcusVinicius116idiot

    • @Ce0ammer
      @Ce0ammer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The Fiat Multipla is grateful but the Alfa Romeo GT still doesn't believe your lies.

  • @alexanderstephenevi733
    @alexanderstephenevi733 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Giorgio platform was engineered to be on a par with the very best of the time, it has been used even for Maserati. Honestly it’s the pinnacle of normal/affordable Italian cars, we will never see it again as Stellantis is building things in a more French way…. So if you like it, just buy it, you won’t regret it.

  • @P_FamilyJAR
    @P_FamilyJAR 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +84

    BMW “How about we do the opposite” 😂😂😂😂. SO true.

    • @Orvieta
      @Orvieta 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      And yet, so many people buy a BMW over something nice.

    • @ARIES6181
      @ARIES6181 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@Orvieta The reason is called ´´Badge´´

    • @Orvieta
      @Orvieta 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@ARIES6181 I didn't buy my Alfa Romeo Giulia over a "badge"...

    • @ARIES6181
      @ARIES6181 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@Orvieta I know but there are many who just look at the badge, nothing else

  • @antoniogil1297
    @antoniogil1297 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    I'd never swap my Giulia for a BMW Audi or even an MB, this car is simply brilliant in every way❤️

    • @bett-onbenefits9341
      @bett-onbenefits9341 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Just bought 2021 yesterday and was having some buyers regret trying to sneak in until this moment. Thank you for sharing.

    • @slitherinalfa8791
      @slitherinalfa8791 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@bett-onbenefits9341 The handling alone will sell you on em. Plus, the car just flows through the corners its amazing,

  • @brianward9973
    @brianward9973 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I love my Veloce, bought new in Oct 22, used every day and not garaged, 12,000 trouble free and very enjoyable miles.
    Stands out from the crowd, especially in Misano Blue, it’s wonderful to drive and the best Alfa saloon in 30 years ( the gap since my last one - which was also rear wheel drive).
    I cannot do anything else other that totally recommend them!🥰🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

  • @wagnoose
    @wagnoose 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Don't ever change... ReDriven videos just make you smile :) my 2 cents... love to see a review of the 2011-2018 Peugeot 508 (wagon), keep the euro cars coming!

  • @mikes8218
    @mikes8218 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I've owned BMWs before. I'm now in a 2020 Giulia TI sport carbon. I'll never go back to BMW. Drive is so much smoother than BMW. Interior leather is softer and better quality. Alfa Romeo all day long baby!!

    • @rozanie8070
      @rozanie8070 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Have you had any problems with it? Looking to buy one

  • @igypop.
    @igypop. 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    This has got to be THE BEST episode ever!!

  • @tonyvargas368
    @tonyvargas368 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I’m in Arizona USA. I have a 2019 Stelvio and I love it. The sunroof did get stuck closed. It’s the cable. Dealer fixed it for free. Battery was also replaced at two years for free. Batteries dont last long in the desert heat.

  • @dude_anton
    @dude_anton 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Bought a used US market Giulia Q4 2017, 60k on the odometer. Has both CarPlay and AndroidAuto. Apart from a temperamental battery control system in the cold weather it’s a decent car, having a lot of fun with it, steering is very tasty.

  • @leopoldhazelzet4796
    @leopoldhazelzet4796 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Long time Dutch 159 owner. Pondering about a 280hp Stelvio for its room to replace the SW, found this comprehensive review. Like the honest comments listed from practice, will take away a few interesting points. Thank you Adam and Jim, enjoyed watching! 😊

  • @gregorymatthies5297
    @gregorymatthies5297 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Sir I have followed several of your vids. I am owner and passionate about my Alfa. Purchased from a private owner who bought new and another passionate owner. Shipped to QLD as dealers up here suck big time. My Giulia is a daily driver currently with 2 child seats. There is only 1 better looking sedan around also Italian. You 100% nailed this car in your vid and I thank you. I have beefed stopped in car parks and at Bunnings driving my car. I too have had my share of electronic gremlins notably the stop start that has stopped but won’t start. Other than that I have 4 spare relays in door card, a new battery and fob battery replaced I am confident in my car. The only thing I must say I have some concerns is the run flat tyres on distance trips. Thanks for you comprehensive assessment and true rating. I love my wife and children I love my Giulia.

  • @andrewd7586
    @andrewd7586 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I was out for a drive 2 weeks ago in central Victoria in my 68 Mustang & one of these came towards me through the hills. I gotta say, even in white it was bloody gorgeous!😍👍🏼😎

  • @coalhouse_walkerjnr4735
    @coalhouse_walkerjnr4735 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A superb review, very comprehensive. I'm tempted! Thank you very much!

  • @masteroogway8254
    @masteroogway8254 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I’m at 95k miles on my 2019 Giulia and my only issue was the sunroof replacement which was 4k, cars reliable but when something breaks then be ready to spend a nice chunk of cash 💰

  • @Kougatsphinx
    @Kougatsphinx 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Regarding electrical gremlins, there is no silly procedure about powering off the car. There is an extremely common issue of the volume button getting stuck down. This drains the battery. I see multiple of these a day working on these cars, it logs a DTC.

    • @rhadiem
      @rhadiem 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I've had a 2018 for a year now and had no electrical issues. I'm getting it serviced at 40k mi and changing the rear pads/rotors.

  • @antikristuseke
    @antikristuseke 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have 176,000km on a 2017 Giulia 2.0t tuned to 228kw, there have been a few issues outside of normal maintenance, but it has been more trouble free than my wifes Golf. Also I live in a much harsher climate with an annual temperature swing from 35C to -30C, salted roads etc.
    If properly maintaineed these cars should do great in straya.

  • @markcollins2310
    @markcollins2310 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Have the 2022 Guila veloce,this cars steering is next level and acceleration,handling and comfort is outstanding,

    • @robertfonovic3551
      @robertfonovic3551 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      2022 sales were... 10?

    • @markcollins2310
      @markcollins2310 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@robertfonovic3551 a lot of people are missing out on an exceptional car

    • @markcollins2310
      @markcollins2310 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@robertfonovic3551 a lot of people are missing out on an exceptional car

    • @markcollins2310
      @markcollins2310 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      A lot of people are missing out on an exceptional car

    • @gregorymatthies5297
      @gregorymatthies5297 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@robertfonovic3551see what public opinions spread on SM do. As Clarkson said “you’re not a real car person unless you’ve owned an Alfa Romeo”. I am a car person 200%. Thanks.

  • @mitzimacias7612
    @mitzimacias7612 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I’ve watched all the Romeo videos on you tube and this is just a great general and informative video 😊well done

  • @racekarts
    @racekarts 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great review, thanks. Looking forward to your review of a Stelvio.

  • @RichieRouge206
    @RichieRouge206 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Oh I laughed so much at the Italian Film Noir-esque safety highlights! One reason why absolutely love this channel. The mechanic issues are exactly what affects any modern car.

  • @martinpearce2152
    @martinpearce2152 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    on my 3rd Giulia and my 2nd Quad - just had to have one in Montreal Green with yellow callipers. Awesome car to drive, puts a smile on my face each time I get behind the wheel. Not had any issues with any of my Guilias, but have always had them serviced at the right times.

    • @GITSSAC
      @GITSSAC 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Woah 3 cars in about 7 years?

    • @martinpearce2152
      @martinpearce2152 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      3 cars in 6 years. First was a Giulia Veloce in Misano Blue, absolutely loved it. Kept it two years as I had the itch to have a Quad. Wanted a Montreal Green one but dealer couldnt get them so I bought a Silver one which they had in stock. Kept that just under a year as the factory had got back to full production and I could order one in green to my spec. had the green one 2.5 years so far.@@GITSSAC

  • @TheAcharyaa
    @TheAcharyaa 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    This is my dream car. Well to be exact my ‘realistically possible to achieve’ dream car.

    • @framesapien
      @framesapien 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same!

    • @zeppkfw
      @zeppkfw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The fact that they're cheap used cheaper than a used q50 is genuinely insane.

  • @kaydesign
    @kaydesign 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I drive a Alfa 159 Sportswagon for many years without any problems. My Alfa has the C8 rims, Gun metal gray exterior and cognac leather interior. Bella! 🇮🇹

  • @yanlok1484
    @yanlok1484 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video @ReDriven. Does all the possible issues mention in the video apply to Stevio as well?

  • @peterbutcher4848
    @peterbutcher4848 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Gives me a stiffie just looking at it. It's unusual that an Italian car has electrical issues 😂

  • @Orvieta
    @Orvieta 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I got one since February 24 and I love every minute of it. Totally in line with the ReDriven Review.

  • @tomrobinson6
    @tomrobinson6 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great car and review! I had a black veloce on lease a few years back and it was fantastic. Miss it lots!
    Bit random, but love your watch. What is it?

  • @mrnicktoyou
    @mrnicktoyou 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I never even considered this car as I thought they would be too expensive. Definitely will look into one now.

  • @colossus_g
    @colossus_g 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Absolutely love mine. It has the 'competizionne' tri-pack paint and the tan leather interior. Wonderful car. Had it for 3 years and it gets serviced on schedule. Absolutely nothing has gone wrong with it. Resale value ... well ... Solitaire automotive where I bought the car called me about a year ago and offered to buy it back off of me! My car is that good ... and if you do your research you will see the latest models actually lack some of the features of mine.

  • @rutlefan6476
    @rutlefan6476 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I had a '17 Ti Sport for four years. Absolutely loved it, only issue over 27k miles was the (inevitably) bad factory battery (I only mention as like Jim I recommend changing that battery, preferably with an AGM). Would love another, but it's been replaced by a combination of a CX-9 (family and all) and a '69 Alfa GTV so I've no real need or budget for another Giulia, though I watch videos like this longingly. Fantastic review btw, subscribed.

  • @tamadance870
    @tamadance870 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Finally! Someone who thinks the 159 is beautiful as well!!

  • @MrBigad77
    @MrBigad77 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ooo I’ve been waiting this. Such a nice looking car

  • @EM_Studios
    @EM_Studios 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One of the best "Safety Features" sections you've done so far!

  • @hs9476
    @hs9476 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Bought a brand new car back in 2017 and it's still in my driveway. 😉 It has 83K miles on the clock and only small issues; that's it. Still in love... Will upgrade once a completely new model comes out, but no reason to do so now as it's reliable, puts a smile on my face, and since it's paid off, I only pay for maintenance and service + insurrance, which is peanuts. 😉

    • @guywerb
      @guywerb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You won't get a new model I'm afraid. Stellantis is going full electric with common chassis which have none of the AR DNA, like the Giorgio chassis in the Giulia (I owned a Veloce, best chassis ever, it's made for a sports car, which explains the QF is also based on it, with 500 HP under the hood, that says it all). Europe and its electrification nonsense... (I'm European, I know what's happening... and coming, sadly...)

    • @zeppkfw
      @zeppkfw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@guywerbThe new 2024 has a facelift and digital gauges

    • @gregorymatthies5297
      @gregorymatthies5297 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@zeppkfwbut that is the last of the line mores the pity.

    • @zeppkfw
      @zeppkfw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@gregorymatthies5297 Makes it even more valuable imo. A true collector piece that you can drive just like how a lot of the old JDM cars are.

    • @zeppkfw
      @zeppkfw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@gregorymatthies5297 but I'll also prob buy their EV too since I live in California so they're going to phase out gas cars but I think I'm gonna go to the grave before that rven happens tbh

  • @julianalderson3938
    @julianalderson3938 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Was followin one other day. Is nice lookin thing. Cheers

  • @dontsteelemidata1765
    @dontsteelemidata1765 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great effort on this video guys.

  • @lavine0823
    @lavine0823 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review 👏 Absolutely love this car and have an eye on this as possible next car along with a BMW 235/240i (Prev Gen)...
    Love the fact you are doing proper drivers cars and the cookie cutter SUVs...

  • @biondod1
    @biondod1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Best Redriven so far

  • @frankaloo93
    @frankaloo93 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Great review, more Alfas please! Would love to see a Brera

  • @alenseven11
    @alenseven11 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Top video review! 👌🏼😄 Great editing also. Top car as well and I'm biased as I love Alfas.

  • @falcodog2917
    @falcodog2917 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    57k miles on my Veloce. It has never missed a beat. I'd buy another one.

  • @KrisOfTheSky
    @KrisOfTheSky 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Been eyeing one of these out for months!

  • @nap963
    @nap963 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the way they look and the way they drive.
    One thing you forgot to mention is that the rear view camera resolution is something out of early 2000s, but I'd attribute that to an Italian quirk and feature

    • @charleskyriakou1938
      @charleskyriakou1938 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The ENG Custom system actually improves it somewhat. It goes from a tiny image to being full screen. Not the greatest resolution but still much better than the tiny factory image.

  • @gerbenbakker931
    @gerbenbakker931 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bought mine brand spanking new in 2016, now had 130k km on it. No major issues besides normal maintenence.
    In the past years I tuned and tweaked mine a bit. It’s a diesel version and now deliveres 540 nM of torque and 240 bhp.
    It’s a bit lowered, had the 19 inch Q rims, Q front Seats, Q Steering wheel and DNA R option.
    And a lot more little tweaks.
    It’s a true joy to drive and makes even a small trip just so much fun. If you’re in the market for a great dailly driver that gives you joy, go for it, but don’t expact the fastest navigation unit…then again who needs one…just getting lost with the Giulia makes the drive langer 😂

  • @StrahinjaRadinovic
    @StrahinjaRadinovic 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You just earned a new sub! Trying to stay objective and real. And also,yes,the 159 is the most beautiful sedan ever :D

    • @milosza1384
      @milosza1384 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Actually, 156 was a much better looking sedan than 159. I also prefer Giulia, Lexus IS III gen. or BMW E46 looks than the 159 with FWD and long front overhang.

  • @blackvulcan3
    @blackvulcan3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This car would give a dog a bone. I wanted it the minute I saw it but as I was 1500km from the nearest service agent I paused. Glad to hear the positive review, I may get one yet.

  • @sunnysaenngarm5375
    @sunnysaenngarm5375 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Got a 2020 Ti Sport Carbon, Stromboli Gray, red calipers, red interior, rare spec to find in that trim apparently. 58k miles and not one issue, drives like it’s still new!

  • @donaldbaillie5224
    @donaldbaillie5224 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great review, wonder why all cars have map pockets in the rear in this day and age?

  • @tommyruperto557
    @tommyruperto557 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey mate,
    Was hoping to find some information, as in your TH-cam video you mentioned the owner Charles fitted aftermarket Apple CarPlay into his Guilia I was wanting to do the same for my Guilia, however unable to find anywhere to supply and install it. You mentioned in the video ENG customs in Italy supplied the Apple CarPlay, did you know or were you able to find out where he got it installed if he did.
    Hope to hear back.

  • @lesklower7281
    @lesklower7281 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Seems like a reasonably reliable car the only major issue is the battery it's not a huge deal seems to be the main why there are so many electronic gremlins and another thing is it is so good looking makes everything else look plain and boring

  • @Psychosis2169
    @Psychosis2169 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I bought a 2017 Q4 Giulia last year with 34k on it, it now has 56k and absolutely love the thing, very very few issues and drives better than many of the BMW and Audi vehicles I've tried. Now I want a Quad.

    • @user-io4sr7vg1v
      @user-io4sr7vg1v 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes. I should have just got a quad myself. I see that they can easily be tuned up to 700hp. While the 2.0s really only go up to 340. One guy says he got his to 400...But no way I'm doing all that to my car.

  • @truetierra
    @truetierra 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Classic Italian Friday arvo electronics. Nice.
    These are truly gorgeous vehicles.
    Would love to see a 156 or 147 GTA.

  • @japraksarma1713
    @japraksarma1713 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are right, that is just a beautiful car inside and out.😊
    That’s art!😊

  • @jonathanl2748
    @jonathanl2748 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    In Louisiana, the closest dealer is in Pensacola, FL. It’s the only thing stopping me from buying a Guilia.

  • @RoadsOfOz
    @RoadsOfOz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I have always liked the look of these cars. Owning an Alfa Romeo is a bucket list item.

  • @c00k1iem0nster
    @c00k1iem0nster 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great job!

  • @vespa7265
    @vespa7265 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great video. A nice touch re the Italian segment.

  • @Veritas419
    @Veritas419 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I had a one for three years and loved it. However the dealership in my town closed leaving the nearest service center a two hour drive from my home. I very reluctantly traded it for a BMW and have regretted the decision ever since. They are lovely cars.

  • @RaspberryMeatsicle
    @RaspberryMeatsicle 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    There's a dude in my neighborhood with a Guilia and it stops me dead in my tracks. Just achingly beautiful

  • @zaamuro8408
    @zaamuro8408 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Agree with you regarding the 159 being number one, and the guilia the second - especially the facelift

  • @calebfurlong
    @calebfurlong 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Proud owner of a 21 Guilia Sprint! Love the car but not my forever spec. A QV is on the way for my wife and I but I definitely wish I got the Veloce trim. 45,000 miles on mine and I have had a problem with the turbo coolant seal but that is the only issue we have had.

  • @ardkw
    @ardkw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for this video, I purchased my Alfa after watching this !

  • @danmccarthy4700
    @danmccarthy4700 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This has to be the best safety rundown since your Passat R36 video.

  • @brianglendenning1632
    @brianglendenning1632 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had a 1979 Alfasud, and it had a lot of electronic gremlins. A boss had a 164, which was lovely but also had electronic gremlins too. Mind you, later model VAG products do too.

  • @hypnotoad2252
    @hypnotoad2252 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Exactly why I own a used 2020 Q4 Ti Sport!

    • @rlsedition
      @rlsedition 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too, and I'd buy one again.

  • @Chained2Alice
    @Chained2Alice 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice review, thanks! I'll pick Giulia all the way (currently own a 159 and I love it) and it will be a second hand one.

  • @simonh870
    @simonh870 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    The Giulia is a far better looking car than the 159. The original 156 runs the Giulia much closer.

    • @Orvieta
      @Orvieta 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I had a 159 and that nose will always be the best, I'm sorry but the Giulia doesn't come close, although I do love my Giulia.

    • @simonh870
      @simonh870 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Orvieta The front overhang is too long on the 159, although due to being a longer car it is a lot better proportioned than the Brera.

    • @Orvieta
      @Orvieta 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@simonh870 It was a bit harder to park yes, but those lights and the lines, ah found memories.

  • @mr.knight1359
    @mr.knight1359 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i waited for this for so long

  • @ibanmayo2
    @ibanmayo2 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The 159!!! I have one but I'm salivating for the Giulia after your video. But the 159 from Giorgetto Giugiaro (best designer ever, sorry Signore Ghandini) is unsurpassed

  • @alphawolffff
    @alphawolffff 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The "battery voltage" issue is because of the stop/start functionality. Using it drains the battery, and as it's an AGM battery they don't do well with consistent discharging and recharging. Disable the S/S system every time you get into the vehicle and you won't have issues. You can also get an easy to install dongle that'll do it for you automatically. This advice goes for just about any stellantis vehicle with S/S systems

    • @RandomYTStuff
      @RandomYTStuff 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      can you provide more info / link?

    • @alphawolffff
      @alphawolffff หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm a certified Stellantis master technician. Don't use stop start unless you don't mind replacing your battery every 2 years. Just google stop start eliminator for the dongle @@RandomYTStuff

  • @ArmySigs
    @ArmySigs 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The most underappreciated car in history I think. If only Alfa had enough money to open a whole bunch of dealerships and market the car better. There is an American company called Euro Compulsion that does an upgrade kit for the 2L engine cars that boosts output to 400hp!

  • @Armmani2000
    @Armmani2000 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It is truly beautiful, just had one behind me today, do not see them in North America that often, in fact it was the first one I ever saw in person.

  • @kenlawton1531
    @kenlawton1531 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Beautiful cars, I'd looove one! The 2.0 is excellent 👌

  • @elpeltys
    @elpeltys 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the point about the 159. Puts this imitation firmly in the shade!

    • @elpeltys
      @elpeltys 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      And stick your apple car play, it's about the drive!

  • @rsmith7430
    @rsmith7430 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    The factory OEM batteries cause many electrical issues with these cars. Once the batteries start to have the slightest signs of degrading, the car starts to throw codes on the dash. Also alot of very short drives say 3km and under will case code issues, just drive thecar a good distance and the codes can go away if the battery is still good. I have had my Giulia for 5 years and its on its third battery. Apart from the battery issue, its been a great car and very reliable.

    • @edombre4637
      @edombre4637 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Did you replace the battery with a similar factory spec battery? I believe the solution to the battery issue is to install a more powerful battery - sorry can't give details, I just read about it on one of the forums. Fortunately I have not (yet?) had any issues with the battery on my 2020 quadrifoglio - but I do keep it on a battery tender if I'm no't going to use the car for several days.

    • @rsmith7430
      @rsmith7430 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@edombre4637 Hi, I replaced the battery with the same spec Varta branded battery and it fixed the electrical code issues instantly. I did not change the spec just in case it overloaded some electrical components and caused any damage for some reason. To be honest it does not change the cars function when it throws the codes, I just replace the battery every 2 to 2.5 years and it fixed the issue. Cheers

    • @GITSSAC
      @GITSSAC 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@edombre4637 I'm also curious about this. I have a 2018 giulia with 70k kilometers. Not sure when to change the battery and what brand of battery to replace it with.

    • @DonViToCRLNE
      @DonViToCRLNE 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@GITSSAC the original Battery is a Varta, normaly the best you can get but in this case maybe its too weak? We dont know.
      Replace it with an AGM Battery, Varta or whatever brand you want.
      If you have Start/Stop, heated seats, heated steering wheel, H&K Hifi system i recommend the bigger battery Varta Silver Dynamic 95Ah 850A.
      If youre not sure just look whats written on the original batter

    • @DonViToCRLNE
      @DonViToCRLNE 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The original battery is Varta too but maybe its too weak because its a EFB instead of a AGM? We dont know

  • @TJ-db9lg
    @TJ-db9lg 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Brilliant presenter (and car), that Italian art house bit cracked me up 🤣👏

    • @ReDriven
      @ReDriven  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Glad you liked it

  • @heldermendes7906
    @heldermendes7906 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    There's only one issue with the Giulia. No Stationwagon.
    All the rest is pure joy and love.

  • @derbigpr500
    @derbigpr500 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    For people wondering about reliability, European second hand listings are full of these with 300,000+ km on the clock looking like new, especially the diesels. Alfa's never had issues with mechanics. My friend has a 147 1.9 JTD with 850,000 km (yes you read that correctly), that's been tuned to 200 hp from original 150 hp for the last 600,000 km and 10 years, and he tracks it on occasion too, and that engine is smooth as butter and goes like hell.

  • @ivancortes5637
    @ivancortes5637 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Any recomendation to avoid problems with the DPF on Giulia ?Which is the use that you usually give it ?
    I would like to buy a Diesel 2.2 but I’m worried about the problems that I could have with the DPF ?

  • @johnalees99
    @johnalees99 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Lovely looking car. If I had the money I would definitely buy one. My only complaint is that they never made a station wagon (remembering how gorgeous the 159 wagon is).

  • @bandagraph
    @bandagraph 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Bought a 2017 Ti Q2 with 75k miles on it about a month ago. Was one owner and well taken care of. Replaced the stock (not original) battery with an upgrade.
    Loving it so far. You can get Mopar maxcare warranty on it in the US which I did as a safeguard.

    • @glennlindamood
      @glennlindamood 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too! 8 years, 100,000 miles from in service date!

    • @calenash307
      @calenash307 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I thought the car still had to be in warranty to get maxcare? If not, that definitely changes things for me!

  • @allanlees299
    @allanlees299 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best-ever safety features segment.