Alfa Romeo Giulietta Buyers Guide

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  • Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
  • A detailed look over this Giulietta talking about what to look out for when going to view a car.
    To contact me go to.
    italiaautoparts.co.uk
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    Or Email
    italiaautoparts@sky.com
    I am also on the look out for Alfa Romeo car products to review.
    I if you have something i might be interested in (cleaning products, new parts, car modifications etc.
    Also sponsorship is also something im looking to start please contact me on the above links.
    Also if you have any projects or broken Alfa for sale and your within 100 miles of walsall west midlands please get in touch
    as im always looking for new projects to make videos on.
    thanks Neil at italia autos.

Комментарии • 411

  • @seamuskelly9711
    @seamuskelly9711 5 лет назад +22

    My wife had a 1.6 diesel . Great little car. Her first Alfa and liked it so much she went and bought a 2.1 litre Gulia

  • @KENNETH-rh8mz
    @KENNETH-rh8mz 5 лет назад +35

    My 2012 Giulietta QV is a smasher, purchased new in 2012 and still loving it, my interior still looks new, I think some people just dont look after stuff as well as others.

  • @665Thunder
    @665Thunder 3 года назад +14

    A true Giulietta expert! More than an average Italian garage... a few comments from a 10 year old model owner: steering wheel wear can be resolved by installing a better looking and sturdier MY 2014 steering wheel. The gear knob peeling can be resolved DYI by installing a new top shell (very cheap). The front grill (if broken can also be substituted with a MY 2014 grill, which can be found online for very cheap. The boot door cables can be repaired at home by simply removing the rubber joint and linking back the cables (better to add a few CM of cable). The squeaky suspensions can be resolved by spraying silicon lubricant on the moving rubber parts, which can be done when doing a tire change (I spray every 6 months and now at 110k the car is quieter than when it was 40k). Also now door handles are available on the web (no need to buy the full door panel).
    Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing!

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад +1

      That's good that they make the handles now as when I made this video there was no option. 👍

    • @665Thunder
      @665Thunder 3 года назад +3

      @@ItaliaAutos yes, only recently they are becoming available... in Italy somebody has even been making them out of aluminum for some time!

  • @jaimerg
    @jaimerg 2 года назад +15

    Great buyer guide. I sold last month my AR Giulietta 1.4 Multiair TCT with 120.000km. In my case, I must repair/replace de boot wiring for two times (rear window heating, FM aerial, reverse light and real wiper terminal 30 source), the fuel cap locking mechanism (it's a very common issue), the door handle, the antiroll bar links, one front wheel bearing, one drive shaft and the battery terminal current sensor. I had also problems with the temperature sensor of air conditioning evaporator, that makes de A/C compressor didn't start (is just only clean it!). I only have wear signs in the interior door handle and in the surface of the front headlight plastic lampshade (normally in sunny Spain). Another typical issue related with heat and sun in south of Europe is dashboard crack in the passenger airbag zone. The airbag module warps and brake the plastic (same problem as FIAT 500s). No mechanical problem with the engine or the gearbox in 120.000 km and 5 years. Overall, 8/10. Best regards!

  • @greengrass9572
    @greengrass9572 4 года назад +4

    Owned mine for 2 years, had 3 problems.
    1, The wire for the stop start sensor under the gear stick became fatigued and snapped. I fixed it myself, no cost.
    2, The heater fan stopped working. Turned out to be stuck so I poked it with a screwdriver and freed it then blasted it with a bit of WD40 and it's been fine since, no cost.
    3, One of the front top mounts failed and I couldn't be bothered to do it myself in the cold, so booked it in. Cost £150.
    Its the Multiair Veloce and has done 79,000 miles, I do a lot of short journeys so change the oil every 6 months, which is about 3,000 miles for me. Great car.

  • @ArifulIslam-jy1pp
    @ArifulIslam-jy1pp 4 года назад +6

    That's the most comprehensive and informative buyers guide I've ever seen... THANK YOU.

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +1

      That's what my channel is a bout no bull just honest content.

    • @ArifulIslam-jy1pp
      @ArifulIslam-jy1pp 4 года назад +2

      @@ItaliaAutos Thank you for such detail.. will be watching rest your videos, already a fan,,

  • @joshuawhittaker1197
    @joshuawhittaker1197 3 года назад +6

    Thinking about buying a used Giulietta. This comprehensive buyers guide was extremely useful. Thank you.

  • @lukedyde6384
    @lukedyde6384 5 лет назад +2

    Had mine 18 months and this video has just show me the trip computer has more function on it then I knew about, thank you!
    Also in 18 months I've had:
    Temperature gauge has gone which isn't critical but it needs the entire wing mirror replacing to fix it although I've found reports online saying that this can be repaired by cleaning the connectors inside the wing mirror
    Gas struts in my boot went but that's not an Alfa fault and cost £30 to buy new ones
    Neutral output went on the stop start which stopped DNA working which cost £170 to get repaired and this was a cable that had snapped under the gear stick, the cable is about £15 but you've got to take the exhaust off to get to it and that was wear and tear because of where it is.

  • @neilwheldon1998
    @neilwheldon1998 5 лет назад +3

    had mine 5 years defiantly best car I have ever owned still looks good Pearl fish makes it stand out in car park never had any problems. waiting for replacement model to come out

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад

      Neil Wheldon yeah nice, we do need smaller cars in the range,

  • @thisismychannel7727
    @thisismychannel7727 5 лет назад +10

    I have past three years accept oil change and tires change I never ever have a problem with 2.0 Diesel 170P I love it, this Car much better than Mercedes a class BMW 1 series Audi A3 once you start driving ALFA You will never go for any other brands I will highly recommend!

  • @ds1868
    @ds1868 5 лет назад +4

    Surprised you didn't mention changing the water pump with the cam belt. This is known weak point for all the multi valve diesels and it's imperative to change this as well. Totally agree on the change interval 48000 miles or 4 years!

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +2

      Yeah prob lots I forgot to say. ,😀😀

  • @vladimirobradovic1473
    @vladimirobradovic1473 5 лет назад +6

    Have the car 5 years now, passes 80 kkm with it.. no problems whatsoever.

  • @andrew1212w
    @andrew1212w 4 года назад +2

    I have just bought a Alfa Romeo Giulietta 4 weeks ago I wish I’d seen this video before I purchased the car. Thank you for uploading 👍

    • @x7p7p
      @x7p7p 4 года назад +1

      how is it holding up ?

    • @andrew1212w
      @andrew1212w 4 года назад +3

      @@x7p7p The car is great 👍

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +1

      Enjoy it

    • @juandiegofreireflorez3680
      @juandiegofreireflorez3680 3 года назад +1

      Heyyo andrew, why is that youre saying you wish you've seen this earlier? does the car have a lot of flaws?

    • @andrew1212w
      @andrew1212w 3 года назад

      @@juandiegofreireflorez3680 I had a few minor electrical issues but all good now.

  • @abdulwahaab9026
    @abdulwahaab9026 4 года назад +17

    Thats what you call a detailed review, you went over things that wouldn't even bother me but atleast I know, very informative and useful, unlike many others out there.

  • @santifresnel2320
    @santifresnel2320 Год назад +1

    you are the absolute authority in alfas in the english speaking world, thank you.

  • @chrisbutler2636
    @chrisbutler2636 5 лет назад +4

    Had mine 2 years jtdm -2 170 mapped to 220 love it 😁

  • @dylanwakley2553
    @dylanwakley2553 4 года назад +2

    Had my 1.6 since March and absolutely love it, since buying it I’ve bought and refurbed a set of turbine wheels for it and put the facelift splitter damn on the front, the full leather seats in tan make it for me though, excellent video 👍🏼

  • @peterboot7120
    @peterboot7120 5 лет назад +4

    Nice my next one after my 147 Just have my M.O.T Its oké bit rust so cone fix it and today install my Gta Headlights 😀looks Nice! With the xenon but thanks for this Video now I now where to look for!👍.

  • @AndriusKamarauskas
    @AndriusKamarauskas 3 года назад +4

    14:30 about timing belts from Alfa Romeo Giulietta manual:
    Regardless of kilometres travelled, the timing belt should be replaced at 4 years or 60,000 kilometres for vehicles operating in dusty areas and/or demanding use, long periods of idling and continuous stop-start driving. For vehicles operated outside the aforementioned conditions, timing belt replacement should occur at 6 years or 120,000 kilometres.

    • @jaimerg
      @jaimerg 2 года назад +1

      In Spanish user and workshop manual, timing belt must be changed every 5 years in heavy use conditions (distance regardless)

  • @sean6948
    @sean6948 5 лет назад +6

    To anyone thinking of buying a Giulietta I've NOT had any of the issues raised in this video and I've had mine since 2014 it's the best car I've ever had hands down I've had no problems at all, its been cared for unlike the one in this video which is a wreck

    • @ElMilito89
      @ElMilito89 5 лет назад +2

      Sean siamo 4 me, no problems in 100.000km

    • @BogeyFinder
      @BogeyFinder 5 лет назад +2

      at 75000 miles only had two issues wire loom left side of boot broke cable for brake lights repaired this myself very simple other issue i got is with the speakers sound randomly drops out on either the left or right front speakers but if i turn volume up it comes back probably a loose wire but i dont want to remove my dash to sort it xD
      other than them two issues the car has been great for me!

  • @musmuk5350
    @musmuk5350 5 лет назад +8

    I recommend avoiding the potholes when possible.

  • @soxthedog068
    @soxthedog068 2 года назад +4

    Good review, i am buying a white 2.0 jtdm 170 tomorrow after selling my civic type S gt 2.2

    • @duleopasni
      @duleopasni 2 года назад +1

      Hi, I'd appreciate it if you could share your experiences on both cars, since I'm looking for both of these? Thanks in advance!

  • @stephen300o6
    @stephen300o6 4 года назад +4

    Amazing how they keep putting the electronics where the rain collects. I had the same problem with my Z4 headlight ecu.

  • @smgeraldo
    @smgeraldo Год назад +2

    Hi Neil, please could you do a similar video for the 240bhp 1750 Guilietta, perhaps just highlighting faults/issues for that particular model, like for eg the twin clutch gearbox and engine issues? I would imagine most of the issues you’ve spoken about here would apply to all Guiliettas? Many thanks for a very good video.

  • @angusscott6355
    @angusscott6355 3 года назад +2

    Great guide, I’m looking to purchase a 1.4 17 plate next month so this has helped me out!

  • @sylviamurley4968
    @sylviamurley4968 5 лет назад +5

    Nice helpfull guide mate

  • @kevinoleary6906
    @kevinoleary6906 2 года назад +3

    Totally agree about the space (or lack of it) for the left foot, maybe a hangover from the change to RHD? I also found that the three pedals are at different heights. The pre facelift seats are very hard and I thought it was like sitting on rather than in them. I think there’s a good reason that the TCT version commands a higher used price

  • @hoffi6792
    @hoffi6792 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for the guide, it helped me a lot. I'm looking to buy a 2016 model when i'm 18 next year as my 1st car

    • @ciaransmith481
      @ciaransmith481 3 года назад +1

      Same here. Only issue im having is insurance. No clue how much it will be.

  • @DrumToTheBassWoop
    @DrumToTheBassWoop 3 года назад +3

    I’ve just bought a 2.0 Veloce JTDM, full service history, and timing and pump replaced. Pretty nervous, but she looked in great condition.

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад

      Nice.

    • @DrumToTheBassWoop
      @DrumToTheBassWoop 3 года назад

      @@ItaliaAutos you reckon it's a solid buy, I checked for any rust on the sills and, drove nicely with no knock. Time will tell. She's at 100k on mileage, so that's why I'm a little nervous with it.

    • @henrybridges4060
      @henrybridges4060 2 года назад +1

      @@DrumToTheBassWoop thinking of getting a similar car and mileage - low chance of a reply but any updates on how that car has been?

    • @DrumToTheBassWoop
      @DrumToTheBassWoop 2 года назад +2

      @@henrybridges4060 yeah sure, drives like a dream. BUT, some issue:
      1) Blue and Me will eventually pack up, This caused the battery to die, if it does, it will cause the odometer to flash too. The fix, is to pull out the blue and me system completely with battery disconnected, a Small box behind the dash, reset the ECU with MultiECUScan, and plug in a Bluetooth adapter into the CD port as an alternative.
      2)shorts in the famous "rear boot loom" this caused the boot light to drain my battery dead. Again, simple fix.
      3) front passenger door handle broke, very annoying, seems Alfa decided to make these door handles of brittle plastic.
      Apart from that, and many days shouting, swearing and cursing that I would sell her, I did not, in fact I forget said arguments as soon as im gunning her down the open road. :D

    • @aaroncousins4750
      @aaroncousins4750 Год назад +1

      Now u have had it for awhile whats it being like? Is it reliable?

  • @nsz2302
    @nsz2302 5 лет назад +3

    good content! waiting for the much feared 166 :P

  • @cabal5935
    @cabal5935 5 лет назад +2

    Great guide. I have owned a 2010 1750tbi Cloverleaf for a year now, thankfully almost nothing I wasn't already aware of. These are fantastic cars, I don't regret trading in my old 147. My steering wheel ornament was degraded as you showed, I bought a new one from eBay and followed an airbag removal guide to change it. I'd recommended changing the wheel buttons whilst you're there, some wear out on older cars. I did have a turbo failure just after I bought it, but I've no idea what the previous owner did to cause that as it was within days. I'd also second weak gearboxes, I've just gone over 100K and my 4th synchro is a bit dodgy. 1st and 2nd are a bit unfriendly too, which is normal for lots of city miles. I'm assuming I'll have to have the box reconditioned in another year or so. I've had a couple of random airbag errors from loose plus, but I already owned MultiECUScan from my 147 so I was able to clear them without cost. They've not recurred since re-seating the connectors.

  • @greengrass9572
    @greengrass9572 5 лет назад +3

    I say sod the diesel versions, too heavy at the front and it notices, as it does on the 147. Go for the multiair 170 petrol much better.

  • @boisnae7760
    @boisnae7760 4 года назад +2

    very detailed - thank you . I really want one , maybe 2011 but at the £2.5k budget. I am only seeing the £5-£8k as lowest prices.

    • @maxcarp805
      @maxcarp805 4 года назад +1

      look on Facebook marketplace, there are quite a few under 3,000

    • @boisnae7760
      @boisnae7760 4 года назад

      @@maxcarp805thank you

    • @maxcarp805
      @maxcarp805 4 года назад +1

      @@boisnae7760 no problem! I'm looking to get one as my first car, they're very nice, and quite different from the usual VW golf or Toyota yaris

    • @boisnae7760
      @boisnae7760 4 года назад +1

      @@maxcarp805 Hi Max yep I am in the same situation. It would be my first car. Whilst of course Toyota Yaris, Vauxhall Corsa, Peugeot 208 and Audi A3 is in my search, since we can get the more unusual and stylish Alfa Romeo, we may as well.

    • @maxcarp805
      @maxcarp805 4 года назад

      @@boisnae7760 Yes, I would definitely say the Alfa is the best choice, especially if you have a high spec one, the interior is beautiful.

  • @DrMillerfan
    @DrMillerfan Год назад +3

    Just bought 2014 2.0 diesel 😊

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  Год назад

      Enjoy.

    • @devidwb
      @devidwb Месяц назад

      How is it going? Im looking to buy one too

  • @juaneorlandi
    @juaneorlandi 4 года назад

    Awesome guide! I am currently looking at a 2012 1.4 (940) giulietta and it makes a subtle soft whistle-like sound when rolling which seems to come from the wheel bearings, (even when rolling un neutral), which apparently is expensive to repair. That’s. my best guess for now :/

  • @andrewseamaster
    @andrewseamaster 5 лет назад +6

    What about the tct gearbox?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +4

      the boxes are ok but clutches are not cheap to replace.

    • @typeopositivetypeopositive9818
      @typeopositivetypeopositive9818 5 лет назад +1

      Got one model 2011 170 diesel, no problems at all. Great if you need to overtake or in dangerous situations with trucks.
      I respect the maintenance times strictly!

  • @duleopasni
    @duleopasni 2 года назад

    Hi, I've watched this vid many times, but now I'm thinking of getting one giulietta for myself.
    Could you give me your short personal opinion on TCT, diesel and petrol variants and facelift models reliability?
    Thanks in advance and keep up with great alfa content!

  • @shaniranikauboj
    @shaniranikauboj 5 лет назад +3

    I heard that camshaft can be problem on these 2.0. Is that true?
    And can you do a review of 1.4 engines and difference between multiair and tb?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +2

      no issues that im aware of. tb is better due to multi air issues on early cars.

    • @typeopositivetypeopositive9818
      @typeopositivetypeopositive9818 5 лет назад

      @Farina Marcini
      Me too, no problems model 2011, how does it cost a new turbo ? Thx

  • @MrLegantWong
    @MrLegantWong 2 года назад +1

    Thx for your detailed review 😄👍👍

  • @lionelramsal7354
    @lionelramsal7354 2 года назад +4

    Many thanks for the things to check before the buying. 👍

  • @SimonParker-hv6uu
    @SimonParker-hv6uu 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks Very detailed assessment

  • @jinhitman
    @jinhitman 5 лет назад +3

    Hi again
    Just replaced battery of my giulietta which is using from 2013. The old battery came with her and it was a Exide sgm battery. Could not find same battery and replaced with Exide EK600 AGM type battery. Now, stop/start system isn't working since then.
    Do you have any idea ?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад

      jinhitman temperature.

    • @michlep258
      @michlep258 4 года назад

      did u manage to ever find a fix?

  • @giovannibleher5994
    @giovannibleher5994 4 года назад +5

    You are doing a awful good job that's real worth visiting

  • @R87_W
    @R87_W 4 года назад +3

    One got the the exact same model. Blue and me pairs with my phone but have never been able to stream music??

    • @danielgriffiths7740
      @danielgriffiths7740 4 года назад

      Just plug a usb stick in

    • @jeremyfearon3114
      @jeremyfearon3114 3 года назад

      I put a Pure DAB unit in mine connected to the aux input. Streaming works, plus DAB and the call quality is better, probably because of the dedicated microphone.

    • @markbird5461
      @markbird5461 3 года назад

      there's a spacific unit called blue my blue or something

  • @provin9157
    @provin9157 3 года назад +1

    Great review man. Any particular advice on a 2016 Giulietta QV?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад +1

      Clutch prices on a total are spectacular

  • @seanbailey8545
    @seanbailey8545 Год назад +1

    What's your opinion on the 1.6jtdm? Would you prefer the 2.0 or 1.6 diesel?.

  • @kacperszawarejko7103
    @kacperszawarejko7103 3 года назад +1

    How about an 1.4l turbo petrol engine with automatic tct transmission?

  • @williamstarr8293
    @williamstarr8293 2 года назад

    @italiaautos Hi mate great in depth review after watching this I purchased a second hand diesel about 4 months back.... how much would I be looking at for a clutch and dual mass flywheel... I've heard horror stories

  • @davidcooper4631
    @davidcooper4631 3 года назад +4

    Was considering one of these, but after watching this comprehensive list of faults and things that drop off I think I’ll pass, fortunately the underbody doesn’t have many problems? Probably because it’s just pressed steel or I’m sure they’d be riddled with faults like the rest of the car is.
    I think I’ll keep my focus now

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад +4

      its a what to look out for not an everything goes wrong with them.

    • @davidcooper4631
      @davidcooper4631 3 года назад

      Absolutely, and I follow your channel and enjoy your videos, however I was a little concerned re the door handles and interior door card thing, engine bits like Egr etc are to be expected though.
      Knowing me I’ll probably just take the plunge anyway and chance it, I just just love the way they look, give it a few days and I’ll love them again! I havnt got it yet but I’ve an ebay basket full of accessories for it!
      Love your honest vids though, thanks for replying and keep up the good work 👍🏻

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад +3

      @@davidcooper4631 the newer ones have most of these faults fixed.

    • @davidcooper4631
      @davidcooper4631 3 года назад +1

      @@ItaliaAutos now that’s what I wanted to hear!!! What year onwards should I look at please? I’m more or less set on the 2.0 diesel auto with the tct in veloce spec in red or black, just waiting on the restrictions to end so I can travel, they’re all miles away from me 🙄

    • @CumminsVoortman
      @CumminsVoortman 3 года назад +1

      @@davidcooper4631 big update 2014 onwards. But all are reliable. Here possible faults are listed but I have had 4 trouble free years from mine

  • @remid1994
    @remid1994 5 лет назад +3

    Do you also do fiat 500 buyers guide?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад

      Remi D when I get round to it I will.

  • @craigk621
    @craigk621 4 года назад +3

    In Oct 2021 you will have to pay around £24 per day to drive a Diesel within the North/South Circ in London.
    Some other pre 2005 petrol cars will have the same fate. I'm interested in replacing a 02 147 2ltr Tspark for that very reason.
    My point ? I see that you are providing a buyer's guide here based on a Diesel engine. I think you have also done a buyer's guide on other models but again based on diesels... E.g. 1.9 version. Can you possibly do an edit at the end to say why you favour the diesel over the others or say a separate video for pros and cons of the engine types ?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +1

      craigk621 diesels are just the most common car I have in other than Ts.

    • @craigk621
      @craigk621 4 года назад

      @@ItaliaAutos likely they will do the same in central Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool etc in the next few years..... so you might get offered even more diesels then ;).
      tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/ultra-low-emission-zone/ulez-where-and-when#on-this-page-5
      Edit: just looked up Birmingham and your equivalent is the CAZ..and that's from next year !!
      www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20076/pollution/1763/a_clean_air_zone_for_birmingham
      I don't know why more yt car videos don't mention this... as it's likely a game changer.
      "The Government expects Birmingham, and a number of other cities, to introduce a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) from 2020."
      www.google.com/amp/s/www.bbc.co.uk/news/amp/uk-england-birmingham-44551122
      "Paying would only apply to non-compliant vehicles - diesels manufactured before 2015 and petrol cars made before 2006."
      Don't shoot the messenger !!!

  • @axegrinderturbo
    @axegrinderturbo 5 лет назад +1

    Great video! I've had my 2013 2.0 diesel for a few months and love but it's quite smelly in the engine bay. I've tried to find a guide to clean the egr valve but cant find a good one. I've had the throttle body off and cleaned that, wasnt that dirty. If you could do a video how to remove and clean/replace the egr that would be great. Theres quite a few posts on the forum where people have asked for a guide, I think people would love it. Thanks again and keep up the good work!! Cheers

  • @adamgreen4842
    @adamgreen4842 3 года назад

    Do they still have the oil pump pickup seal or has the oil pump design changed? Causes low oil pressure on higher mileage 159’s on cold mornings and eventually knackers bottom end. Insignia’s and 2.0 Bravo’s suffering the same fault.

  • @TheRichieC78
    @TheRichieC78 2 года назад

    This is fantastic, thank you

  • @RafalBenka
    @RafalBenka 12 дней назад

    Just sol by BMW 320 from 2013 and got an offer to buy Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2012 2L (170hp) diesel for 2kk. I am going to commute a lot. Is it the right car to buy? Or it is going to cost me a lot in terms of exploitation ?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  12 дней назад +1

      There fine cars. Just make sure heater works and heats up through all the vents.

  • @ErwinsRTLFormule1herinneringen
    @ErwinsRTLFormule1herinneringen 5 лет назад +2

    Three weeks late as I just got one last month! ;-)

  • @CarsByVincent
    @CarsByVincent 2 года назад

    Thinking about buying a 1.4 multiair 170ps manual model. Anything to keep in mind with this engine? Any typical leaks or oil consumption?

  • @d3tth
    @d3tth 3 года назад

    What do you think about 1.4 Multiair 170 BHP and 1.75 TBi in GIulietta? Which one is more reliable and cheaper to maintain?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад +2

      Both are fine. Just make sure its had regular oil changes.

  • @isingh9670
    @isingh9670 5 лет назад +3

    Can you do a review on the 1.4 multi air

  • @furtivedig
    @furtivedig 5 лет назад

    you call every board ECU, 100 pound for a ECU would be a dream :)

  • @ilhuikar
    @ilhuikar 3 года назад +1

    Does the Giulietta have enough room to install a fuel operated heater? Like Webasto or Eberspächer

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад

      Wouldn't have a clue. We done need them here in the uk

    • @Epoxus86
      @Epoxus86 3 года назад

      Yes, I have an Eberspacher fitted in my Giulietta 2.0 jtdm.

    • @Wunderbaumsporting
      @Wunderbaumsporting 2 года назад

      Yes they do. Mulla on bensakoneisessa ja on varsin hyvään paikkaan asennettu. Helppo huoltaa jos tarvitsee. Toisaalta bensakoneisessa en ymmärrä webaston etua kun kone lämpeää näin talvellakin muutaman kilometrin ajolla.

    • @varmastiko2908
      @varmastiko2908 Год назад

      @@Wunderbaumsporting Miten on Alfa pelannut Suomen talvessa? Edellisestä käyttö-Alfasta kulunut jo yli 20 vuotta...

  • @richardrichard5409
    @richardrichard5409 Год назад +1

    Alternator removal is a nightmare to do, worst I've ever done😢

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  Год назад

      How did you do it. There's an easy way

    • @richardrichard5409
      @richardrichard5409 Год назад

      @@ItaliaAutos osf leg off, driveshaft off, pull engine forward, oil cooler off, out from inner wheel arch.
      I've tried the out the top method and found the out the bottom method easier.

  • @grimmjow5590
    @grimmjow5590 4 года назад

    Am interested to buy a giulietta 2.0 diesel . What do you think about 140 bhp or 170bhp version ? Jtdm or jtdm 2 ?
    Thank you!

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +2

      Both are fine 1.6 is super ecconomical

  • @NAKMUAYACADEMY
    @NAKMUAYACADEMY 2 года назад +2

    Very curious your opinion
    Which one is more reliable
    MiTo, giulietta,brerra?
    I was looking at mainly giulietta either 2013 low mileage or 2016 slightly bigger mileage?
    Apreciate any advice

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  2 года назад +1

      Mito and G gone buyers guides on all 3

  • @carloskeim
    @carloskeim 4 года назад

    Hellow, do you know how reliable is the 1.4 multiair engien and the dual clutch transmison, Im thinking on changing my 2012 impreza xv fore one o these, couse im driving a lot of miles, and in my country, Chile, petrol is expensive. here we didnt get the diesel so its not an option

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +7

      multiair engine are pretty good just make sure the multiair filter is cleaned once a year as its not a part of the service.

    • @mjthompson
      @mjthompson 4 года назад

      @@ItaliaAutos how have I owned and serviced my multiair for 3 years but only just found out about this even being a thing! Just took it out and cleaned it, but have ordered a new one to be on the safe side as the o-ring didn't look in the best condition. Glad i stumbled across this, cheers!

  • @NakkiranSunassee
    @NakkiranSunassee 4 года назад

    Great video, thanks! Any recommendations/warnings on the longevity & reliability of the TCT gearbox, especially on the 2018/9 1.6JDTM models? Thanks :)

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад

      clutch replacement is very expensive.

  • @NAKMUAYACADEMY
    @NAKMUAYACADEMY 2 года назад +1

    Very curious your opinion regarding which one overall would be all round best
    Giulietta/ ford focus/ Kia xceed?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  2 года назад +2

      I have no idea driven non of the others

  • @another2160
    @another2160 8 месяцев назад

    What do you think of the 2012 tct 1.4 petrol multi air giuelletta as a first car for an auto only driver? (Between 80k-110k milage)

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  7 месяцев назад +4

      Sorry, but there are better Automatic cars out there. The tct box is pretty awful

    • @another2160
      @another2160 7 месяцев назад

      @@ItaliaAutos even for a first car around 4k price point?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  7 месяцев назад +2

      Expensive if the tct goes wrong.

    • @Roman-hl1xd
      @Roman-hl1xd Месяц назад

      @@ItaliaAutos what other autos would you recommend especial for a first car?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  Месяц назад

      @Roman-hl1xd it's all about cost on insurance now run a cheap car for 1 year. Not point getting anything special in your first few years of driving

  • @Izzy-wi7vp
    @Izzy-wi7vp 4 года назад

    are there any probles with the oil pump on the 2.0jtdm ?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +3

      Izzy ODB not a common problem.

    • @Izzy-wi7vp
      @Izzy-wi7vp 4 года назад

      Italia Autos Okey thank you

  • @r6chrisk
    @r6chrisk 5 лет назад +4

    Good honest review, but you’ve convinced me never to buy an Alfa..

    • @ThePCGameplaysHD
      @ThePCGameplaysHD 5 лет назад +6

      Giuliettas and Mitos are the most reliable alfa romeos. Cheap to run as well.

  • @tomthecoffeeguru3665
    @tomthecoffeeguru3665 5 лет назад

    Cam belts on these only 4 years in certain situations depending on usage, if memory serves me right it’s 6 years for cambelt 72k ??

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад

      Tom The coffee guru yeah I’d never let a belt on these go that long.

    • @tomthecoffeeguru3665
      @tomthecoffeeguru3665 5 лет назад +1

      I’ve seen these go 120k plus on the original cambelt, on the Alfa specific service sheet for the 2.0 diesel it’s got the conditions for cambelt change such as high idle time, temperature conditions etc but under normal use it’s around 6 years

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +2

      Tom The coffee guru I’ve seen a twins park go 15 years but I wouldn’t want to chance it again. Lol

    • @lukedyde6384
      @lukedyde6384 5 лет назад +1

      I've got a 2015 edition 2L diesel and the manual says 72k or 6 years.

    • @BogeyFinder
      @BogeyFinder 5 лет назад

      i got a 2011 1.6 diesel and the book recommends 5 years or 84000 miles whichever comes first i believe

  • @vladimirart758
    @vladimirart758 11 месяцев назад

    Why not a Gulietta with 200.000km?

  • @MaxtheBambusbaer
    @MaxtheBambusbaer 5 лет назад +3

    guy with yellow head at 13:50

  • @KebabEater
    @KebabEater Год назад

    Does this apply to quadrifoglio Verde? Of the guilettea

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  Год назад +1

      Pretty much yes

    • @KebabEater
      @KebabEater Год назад

      @@ItaliaAutos Including the gearbox? Automatic lol

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  Год назад +1

      @iunpk3di not a fan of the auto boxes.

    • @KebabEater
      @KebabEater Год назад +1

      @@ItaliaAutos Any specific reason? Sorry for all the questions.

  • @bussoalfaromeo6849
    @bussoalfaromeo6849 5 лет назад

    The start stop system on my car doesnt work what can be the problem?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +2

      Start with the battery

    • @touraneindanke
      @touraneindanke 5 лет назад +1

      Its an Alfa that just wants to go go go, enjoy the car❤️

    • @bussoalfaromeo6849
      @bussoalfaromeo6849 5 лет назад

      @@touraneindanke i want to fix it

    • @touraneindanke
      @touraneindanke 5 лет назад

      Busso Alfa romeo .I understand, sorry.

    • @jckedwards65
      @jckedwards65 5 лет назад

      Don't worry about that, alfa romeo start stop system only works on specific occasions, the battery must be 70% charged, the cars temperature must be what you've set it, when talking about this the stop start for a giulietta will only heppen a little bit, don't worry if it doesn't work

  • @janemoore3304
    @janemoore3304 5 лет назад

    Any tips for smelly air conditioning?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +2

      Pollen filter change.

    • @janemoore3304
      @janemoore3304 5 лет назад

      @@ItaliaAutos i had all the filters changed on my last service.

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +5

      @@janemoore3304 but did they do it.

  • @csetnekikaresz4652
    @csetnekikaresz4652 5 лет назад +1

    147/156 buyers guide please! 😉

  • @Jatzuac
    @Jatzuac Год назад

    hello, i have a giulietta from 2012 with the same radio, everything in the car is fine the only thing is, that the (dont know the english word) cover thingy with the brushed metal look rattles. And i tried everything to make stop, even tried glueing it down to stop the rattle but it doesnt help, one of the metal clips, to hold it in place, is missing, can it be that? or what can i do about it

  • @fhwolthuis
    @fhwolthuis 4 года назад +3

    Does the Guillietta have the problematic M32 gearbox?

  • @jinhitman
    @jinhitman 5 лет назад +1

    Did you say anything like that the ecu needs to be replace around 100k miles or i misunderstood

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +2

      Nope. Only mentioned headlight ecu issues

    • @jinhitman
      @jinhitman 5 лет назад

      Thanks

  • @peterboot7120
    @peterboot7120 5 лет назад +1

    Fuck there was Big problem with my 147😨😲 Abs ,ASR brake problem no Abs ect... Next Day happy baby 🙈 she is old but she drives have look for Bmw 1 serie. ..Sorry Alfa 🙈 No ,No! Not a German haha 💪👍

  • @vladimirart758
    @vladimirart758 4 года назад

    Is it TCT reliable?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +1

      Until you need a clutch yes.

    • @varmastiko2908
      @varmastiko2908 Год назад

      @@ItaliaAutos What would you say is a typical interval a clutch will need replacing?

  • @tonyirving4154
    @tonyirving4154 4 года назад +1

    great video I really like alfas but I have been told there not very reliable is this true??? As I am looking for a new second hand car ,possibly an alfa on my short list what is your advice about this ????

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  4 года назад +4

      There just like most cars out there. Look after them and you will be fine.

    • @tonyirving4154
      @tonyirving4154 4 года назад

      how are you an adult and not have any manners, I am asking a question about the cars not looking for an English lesson, kindly keep your disrespectful comments to yourself, and concentrate on trying to be a better human being, and not nit pick at the grammar of my question 😠.

    • @SupraSmart68
      @SupraSmart68 4 года назад

      @@tonyirving4154, a better human being takes responsibility for their actions by learning basic presentation skills and respects other people who routinely find it insulting and annoying having to forgive yet another umpteenth careless individual who couldn't be asked politely for a base minimum 11 years of intensive education at great public expense to remember one simple word and how to spell it correctly in context.
      A human being is only separated from an animal to the extent to which they are conscious of the choices they make. Every 'human' decision is by definition, a conscious choice. All others are just base survival instincts, an enhanced tendency to appeal to which you may have noticed lately with the rise in the race bating news media's attempts to foment civil war simultaneously in multiple countries in combination with a bogus 'lockdown' policy to further divide and rule the global population as part of a greater depopulation agenda by enforced 'vaccination'.
      You therefore chose not to listen for your entire life thus far to those who knew better and apparently tried in vain to teach you or lead by example. The English language has evolved into a rich banquet from which to draw not only a means of expression but inspiration. Words have meaning. They are thoughts made manifest. Should we ignore everything you think as well as say? You are literally telling the world how little you care what any of them think. The gesture is inevitably returned and you have the nerve to complain? Would you similarly complain to your bathroom mirror or weighing scales when they return a fat, disgusting slob with no self-respect?
      This realisation that you chose to insult our intelligence rather than become a better human being, (more considerate and respectful of others), is the first step in your spiritual awakening. I shall await your barrage of insults or other confirmation that you are indeed, as ignorant as you appear. Obviously I am a horrible human being and also a 'conspiracy theorist' among other things you can decide to list for yourself, given the thin veneer of humanity that constitutes your ego at this point in time.
      You either listen at school or get a reply like that when you're older. You chose the latter. You should not be shocked or surprised. Instead you should be thankful that someone took the time out of their day to attempt yet again to educate you despite the overwhelming evidence that it would not be well spent. You're welcome.
      You also didn't read any of that. Prove me wrong? Restore my faith in humanity, as right now, it's at rock bottom. That's what happens when you spend 50 years trying to talk sense into people.

    • @tonyirving4154
      @tonyirving4154 4 года назад

      @@SupraSmart68 well I have never read such a crock of crap, you are the one that has no respect, and you claim to be the superior intellectual, instead of waffling on making no sense at all ,get to the point of your thinking ,you have never met me you don't know what I look like or anything so please keep you misguided opinion to yourself, and go learn some respect and manners ,you would be better off spending your time in this endeavour and it may make you a better human being, in the process, you are a classic specimen of the problem of todays society, sad really ,that we have to put up with sad ignorant people in the world like you,👎

  • @ReaIJohnDoe
    @ReaIJohnDoe 3 года назад +1

    I was about to buy one, but within the first 5 mins put me off completely.

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  3 года назад +1

      have a look at the facelift cars there much better.

  • @retrowatches1655
    @retrowatches1655 26 дней назад +1

    NEVER BUY ONE OF THESE HORRENDOUS VEHICLES unless you want a car that garages wont touch . Take of 20 items to remove one bolt . Absolutely ridiculously engineered car . The nightmare of all mechanics

  • @vladimirart758
    @vladimirart758 11 месяцев назад

    200k km is it😂good buy with tct ( 2.0 jtdm)?

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  11 месяцев назад

      I'm not a fan of the TCT box.

    • @vladimirart758
      @vladimirart758 11 месяцев назад

      @@ItaliaAutos but with 200000km?

  • @markleaning107
    @markleaning107 5 лет назад +8

    Jesus christ 2,00 mins and more faults than any car I ever had

    • @gabeziIIa
      @gabeziIIa 4 года назад +3

      But these aren't faults from a single car, these are the faults he's seen across his experience of many... The car in the video didn't seem to have any of the problems he mentioned, bar cosmetic wear and a wonky centre cubby hinge.

  • @csetnekikaresz4652
    @csetnekikaresz4652 5 лет назад +1

    Sorry 147/156 GTA buyers guide

  • @KayDoes
    @KayDoes 2 года назад +2

    Basically faults are everywhere

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  2 года назад +2

      Not really
      But the facelift cars are much better.

    • @pgivno4241
      @pgivno4241 2 года назад +9

      like in any german car.

    • @varmastiko2908
      @varmastiko2908 Год назад

      @@ItaliaAutos Could you tell more specifically from what model year onward they are improved? Thank you.

    • @thijs5931
      @thijs5931 Год назад +1

      ​@@varmastiko2908The car got facelifted after 2014

    • @landzw
      @landzw 7 месяцев назад

      I agree, I had an Audi which preferred the garage more than the road and a family member was left bankrupt by their mini £3500 within 6 months of ownership.

  • @SLR-722
    @SLR-722 5 лет назад

    Too many problems.

    • @ElMilito89
      @ElMilito89 5 лет назад +1

      grigorio allegri nope, not even once (in mine)

    • @SLR-722
      @SLR-722 5 лет назад

      ... in this review.

    • @ElMilito89
      @ElMilito89 5 лет назад

      @@SLR-722 in 7 years.. Used every day...

    • @SLR-722
      @SLR-722 5 лет назад

      WELL DONE !!!!! RUclips GOT REWARDS FOR YOUR CAR...... free recovery car next year!!!!!/!!!

  • @juandiegofreireflorez3680
    @juandiegofreireflorez3680 3 года назад +6

    Okay, imagine for a second im in a country somewhere in south america, there is not an Alfa romeo concessionaire nor does the brand is popular, but there is indeed a FEWWWW! workshops of the brand and fiat. would you recommend buying an 2014 alfa romeo ?

  • @typeopositivetypeopositive9818
    @typeopositivetypeopositive9818 5 лет назад +5

    Model 2011 automatic 2.0 diesel 170, never got any problems, driving it every days, just make the maintenance at time ! Great accelerations.

  • @Strike86
    @Strike86 5 лет назад +6

    I love how the battery strap is exactly the same as the one on my 20 year old 146!

  • @fredsalfa
    @fredsalfa 5 лет назад +6

    Also some other things to look out for from my QV : 1) The fuel flap tends to get stuck with age 2) The gear knob cover came loose after 50,000Kms on mine 3) The Air condtitioning sensor was playing up after 50,000kms also was replaced. Cost $100. Otherwise the car was fine no other major problems and quite happy with it.

    • @ItaliaAutos
      @ItaliaAutos  5 лет назад +1

      good stuff glad your happy.

    • @sean6948
      @sean6948 5 лет назад +1

      The temp sensor has gone on mine and had too get the wing mirror replaced which ain't cheap, mind you its the only issue I've ever had but an annoying one

  • @g00dfeeling
    @g00dfeeling 5 лет назад +7

    Giulietta and MITo are still incredibly beautiful cars.

    • @musmuk5350
      @musmuk5350 5 лет назад

      I agree but the interior (especially the leather seats) are not as good a quality as the 147's

    • @g00dfeeling
      @g00dfeeling 5 лет назад

      @@musmuk5350 yeah, interiors have space for improvement :)

  • @dmw13
    @dmw13 5 лет назад +6

    Don't forget to take your foot with you after storing it.

  • @stephenbrookes7268
    @stephenbrookes7268 5 лет назад +6

    As always. Informative, unbiased and qualified comments.

  • @norbertkando7574
    @norbertkando7574 3 года назад +4

    I am so happy that I have found your channel. Had a 156 in the past, now driving a 159 and looking to buy a 1.4 turbo petrol Giulietta. Thanks a lot for the in depth review, would appreciate if you have any advice for the petrol variants. Cheers

  • @danendanen8246
    @danendanen8246 3 года назад +4

    respected what is your recommendation for giulietta 1.4 tb 170 hp or 2.0 jtdm 170 hp they are both 2011 .. greetings from serbia :)