Where are all the 156s?

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ric p

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573 posts

270 months

Tuesday 3rd June 2014
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Time to change a car again, not because I need to but because I can. And I've never owned an Alfa, however I did test drive a 156 when they first came out but saw sense and bought a TVR Chimeara. But it is time to tick that box as they still look great, both in original and face-lifted form and appear to be a great compact sports saloon.
So I've started looking for a Veloce spec 156 of either petrol or 2.4 JTD, ideally with leather. Even the Sportwagon is a great looking car so not too fussed about saloon or estate.
However having looked at a few, they were dreadful traffic scarred rusty dogs. There must be some good ones around but where are they? If anyone has any pointers, either of cars or trusted dealers, please do tell as I don't want to keep traveling the whole of the UK only to be disappointed at the journey's end.
Thanks in advance.

ric p

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573 posts

270 months

Friday 6th June 2014
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That is a fantastic car in that blue, especially with the v6 engine. Ideally I'm looking for something similar as I have a Tour de France blue F355 GTS and want something to match it. Sad, I know but blue cars are where it's at. They look so good in a way that the more modern 159s etc do not. They still retain the Alfa-ness that newer cars have lost a little.