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OK, "learn me" time. Just how bad are modern Alfa Romeos from a service and reliability standpoint? Are they still character-building exercises in mechanical self-improvement, or do they meet the modern standard of 100,000+ miles with only regular maintenance?
The reason I ask: Dukewife is still driving her trusty 2004 Acura TSX (Euro Accord) we bought new back when I was a truly active member of this forum. It's got low mileage and it's a Honda product from the golden age of Honda products. I've done almost nothing to it except routine maintenance in 13 years and 65,000 miles.
Sometime next year we want to replace it. We're looking to step up (a little) and cross-shop other brands. While I plan to start test drives with a Mazda6 Grand Touring, there is also the 6 cylinder, AWD version of the TSX's replacement, the TLX, for a little more money...
...which, frankly, is squarely in the Giulia's price range, and within reach. BUT: we're not fickle car owners. We're not going to get bored and trade it in in 3 years. It could potentially be the last car we buy for her - we'd like to see a 10+ year service life, even 15 if it's kept well.
With most modern cars, that's not truly an issue as long as you stay on top of maintenance. But what about with a Giulia?
The reason I ask: Dukewife is still driving her trusty 2004 Acura TSX (Euro Accord) we bought new back when I was a truly active member of this forum. It's got low mileage and it's a Honda product from the golden age of Honda products. I've done almost nothing to it except routine maintenance in 13 years and 65,000 miles.
Sometime next year we want to replace it. We're looking to step up (a little) and cross-shop other brands. While I plan to start test drives with a Mazda6 Grand Touring, there is also the 6 cylinder, AWD version of the TSX's replacement, the TLX, for a little more money...
...which, frankly, is squarely in the Giulia's price range, and within reach. BUT: we're not fickle car owners. We're not going to get bored and trade it in in 3 years. It could potentially be the last car we buy for her - we'd like to see a 10+ year service life, even 15 if it's kept well.
With most modern cars, that's not truly an issue as long as you stay on top of maintenance. But what about with a Giulia?