Alfa's 147 offers lots of style for the money, but will it be nothing but trouble? The Alfa Romeo 147 is a stylish three or five-door hatchback that's got superstar looks but without a price tag to match. It even beat the Ford Mondeo and Toyota Prius to the European Car of the Year title in 2001. The 147 was facelifted in 2004, when it received new headlights and a revised grille, but you can pick up the earlier examples from around ￡600. For that money, however, you shouldn't expect an entirely hassle-free ownership experience. Instead, Jamie Porter, from Alfa specialist Alfa Workshop in Royston, Hertfordshire (01763 244441), recommends paying a bit more and looking for a car that's had money spent on it on a regular basis.
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