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jamies30 said:
Gutted for you. I had a really near miss with flooding five years ago, another two inches of water or so is all it would have taken, you could see the tide mark on the sills. It’s a really helpless feeling seeing the water creeping up and not a thing you can do about it. 
MiniMan64 said:
Have any Alfa owners gone from 156 V6 2.5 to 159 V6?
A diesel is really a goer for me and I don’t know how much longer the 156 will last. It’s dying a slow death by a thousand cuts.
And it’s time to go. A diesel is really a goer for me and I don’t know how much longer the 156 will last. It’s dying a slow death by a thousand cuts.
The 2.5 SW has been replaced (Octavia VRS) so I’ve got to move it on now although after cosmetic write off last summer it’s basically worth buttons. I really don’t want to but it’s become too unreliable to rely on.
Hopefully in a few years I can look at a GTV to keep that Alfa V6 itch scratched.
MiniMan64 said:
And it’s time to go.
The 2.5 SW has been replaced (Octavia VRS) so I’ve got to move it on now although after cosmetic write off last summer it’s basically worth buttons. I really don’t want to but it’s become too unreliable to rely on.
Hopefully in a few years I can look at a GTV to keep that Alfa V6 itch scratched.
What’s up with it. Bus so v6 is an itch I need to scratchThe 2.5 SW has been replaced (Octavia VRS) so I’ve got to move it on now although after cosmetic write off last summer it’s basically worth buttons. I really don’t want to but it’s become too unreliable to rely on.
Hopefully in a few years I can look at a GTV to keep that Alfa V6 itch scratched.
MiniMan64 said:
MiniMan64 said:
Have any Alfa owners gone from 156 V6 2.5 to 159 V6?
A diesel is really a goer for me and I don’t know how much longer the 156 will last. It’s dying a slow death by a thousand cuts.
And it’s time to go. A diesel is really a goer for me and I don’t know how much longer the 156 will last. It’s dying a slow death by a thousand cuts.
The 2.5 SW has been replaced (Octavia VRS) so I’ve got to move it on now although after cosmetic write off last summer it’s basically worth buttons. I really don’t want to but it’s become too unreliable to rely on.
Hopefully in a few years I can look at a GTV to keep that Alfa V6 itch scratched.
StescoG66 said:
MiniMan64 said:
And it’s time to go.
The 2.5 SW has been replaced (Octavia VRS) so I’ve got to move it on now although after cosmetic write off last summer it’s basically worth buttons. I really don’t want to but it’s become too unreliable to rely on.
Hopefully in a few years I can look at a GTV to keep that Alfa V6 itch scratched.
What’s up with it. Bus so v6 is an itch I need to scratchThe 2.5 SW has been replaced (Octavia VRS) so I’ve got to move it on now although after cosmetic write off last summer it’s basically worth buttons. I really don’t want to but it’s become too unreliable to rely on.
Hopefully in a few years I can look at a GTV to keep that Alfa V6 itch scratched.
MiniMan64 said:
It's just getting a bit long in the tooth for what I do and lots of little fiddly bits that need sorting that I do not have time to deal with. Plus obviously the cosmetic write off, a big dent in the rear 3/4. Little bits include a slight oil leak at the front, rear wiper doesn't work, rear electric windows don't work, air con isn't blowing cold anymore. Oh and just to top it off it starting misfiring last week although I suspect that's a coil pack and I'll get that looked at first. If it wasn't my main car I'd keep it but I need a reliable family daily and I don't have the space to keep a 3rd project.
Hmmmm.... had this been a bit further down the line I may have taken this on............StescoG66 said:
MiniMan64 said:
It's just getting a bit long in the tooth for what I do and lots of little fiddly bits that need sorting that I do not have time to deal with. Plus obviously the cosmetic write off, a big dent in the rear 3/4. Little bits include a slight oil leak at the front, rear wiper doesn't work, rear electric windows don't work, air con isn't blowing cold anymore. Oh and just to top it off it starting misfiring last week although I suspect that's a coil pack and I'll get that looked at first. If it wasn't my main car I'd keep it but I need a reliable family daily and I don't have the space to keep a 3rd project.
Hmmmm.... had this been a bit further down the line I may have taken this on............ETA: https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&... That was then.
This is now.
Unfortunately minicabs can't take corners apparently.
Edited by MiniMan64 on Monday 25th January 10:55
MiniMan64 said:
Its not going anywhere yet, MOT until April for now and I won't be looking for very much for it. I would so much rather it went to someone who had the time to look after it properly that I don't have, it's a lovely car. Stay in touch.
ETA: https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&... That was then.
This is now.
Unfortunately minicabs can't take corners apparently.
Lets see how this pans out. I am having to get rid of the 159 as having to get something insurable for my son to use too....... but this is triggering so much want.......... bearing in mind I also have a Sprint project to complete too............Need to get the man maths calculator out.ETA: https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&... That was then.
This is now.
Unfortunately minicabs can't take corners apparently.
Edited by MiniMan64 on Monday 25th January 10:55
StescoG66 said:
Lets see how this pans out. I am having to get rid of the 159 as having to get something insurable for my son to use too....... but this is triggering so much want.......... bearing in mind I also have a Sprint project to complete too............Need to get the man maths calculator out.
I've dropped you an PM although I have just noticed that you are based in Scotland whilst I am based in Plymouth so it might be a little difficult logistically! 
Elderly said:
arguti said:
cremebrulee said:
Looks interesting - back to original or modified? Unspoiled examples of that year are extremely rare and desirable.
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