British buyers have been waiting a long time for the new Alfa GT. First, we were told it would be with us in 2002, European customers took delivery late last year, and UK cars will finally arrive this week. But has it been worth the delay?
Alfa has unveiled a new entry-level 147. Known as the TS and available in both three and five-door bodystyles, this latest model is powered by a 1.6-litre 16-valve engine which produces 105bhp.
Just as people book holidays in the sun to cheer themselves up in the middle of winter, car buyers rush to order drop-tops to be ready for the first sign of spring.
