2010 Alfa Romeo GT

Alfa Romeo GT Model History 2003 - 2010 Launched at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, the Alfa Romeo GT was a return to the old coupes of the 1960s that bore its name. Based on the floorpan and mechanicals of the 156, it was longer and lower, the Bertone-designed body encompassing two long doors and a cabin that although not huge, can comfortably seat four adults. A large boot completed the grand touring offering. Buyers of the Alfa GT were offered a choice of engines: the trusty 1.8-Litre Twin Spark petrol engine, a new 2.0L Jet Thrust Shiochiometric (JTS) engine with direct injection, a torquey 1.9 JTDm diesel engine and a 3.2L V6 development of the sonorous Busso engine similar to that fitten in the Alfa Romeo 156 GTA and 147 GTA. 5- and 6-speed manuals, and a Selespeed automatic gearbox were offered. Build quality, in Alfa Romeo terms, was not bad, but subframes can rust significantly, front wishbones tend to squeak when worn and interior trims tend to be fragile, with peeling paint and coverings. Make sure belts have been changed at the correct intervals, and water pumps have been changed on the diesel, as these can fail prematurely. On the Alfa Romeo GT 3.2 V6, the rear bank of the V6 can suffer from the proximity to the exhaust cats and so a compression check is worthwhile if you're looking to buy one. Those fitted with oil coolers can also suffer from corrosion between the pipe and cooler entry which can result in leaks; an aftermarket upgrade is a good fix. Most importantly, the 3.2 V^ really needs an uprated diff to deal with the power it puts down: either an Alfa Q2 or an aftermarket Quaife unit. Today, the Alfa Romeo GT 3.2 V6 is quickly becoming a collectable car. For years, it fell in the shadow of the 156 GTA, but its rarity, looks and performance make it attractive to many.