Originally posted by twincamms
Roberto
First, the quote above from Steve C, he means the old ones were better, faster and less clninical than new AR.
Secondly, Alfanige says that anything with a JTD engine is better than it's petrol equivalent.
Thirdly, I speak from experience, my uncle has a 156 (2001), my other uncle has a 318 (2003), don't try to tell me that the build quality is comparible, the BMW is far superior. When you stand these cars side by side and inspect them it's easy to start seperating their interior and exterior finishes. The BMW trounces the AR. Although the AR is more beautiful and stylish and Italian, the BMW is better built, has better driving dynamics and will not depreciate like a rock.
If the AR was a prestige car as you suggest, why do you pay £20,000 for a new one and buy one for £6,000 four years later? If you pay £20,000 for a new BMW, four years later you'll still be paying £11,000 for it, I rest my case.
I am not critisising AR as I want one next time I change my car, what I am saying is that they will never be a BMW, MB or Lexus and they should stop trying to pitch themselves in that market, perhaps they then have good sales over here.
Let's not forget Roberto, your opinions are gauged from a different market, in the UK AR have as much clout as Lancia and FIAT.
I look forward to your comments in response to this post!
Savi.
FIAT Stilo Sport. Pretty Much Bog Standard Really. Rear Roof Spoiler,
Sill Protectors, Aluminium Foot Pedals, Eibach 30mm Drop Springs.
