[lowpro]

i used to think the subaru looked odd then but over time i guess the shape grew on me. i like the coupe a lot (i'm a s--k-r for frameless door windows!) the flat four engine configuration also held some interest in me as it is unique and i quote an old car mag "made the centre of gravity lower in the front". only subaru still makes flat format engines today. alfa left that long ago with the last alfa 33 and the only other maker making flat engines today is porsche (correct me if i'm wrong)

the 146 is pretty nice to look at but i can't get to grips with the driving position though. a bit too much like sitting in a school chair! as for parts, well, being an old car... you'd need to scout around but there are enough alfa parts stockists around i guess. plus, the alfa club members will be a good guide as to where to get cheap and good support. in fact there are quite a number of good alfa technicians around who can handle the 146. i personally prefer the 'bread van' styling of the 145 though.

adding some pictures of my ae82 before and after. the grey car is before.

[nickgomez]

180K should be rockin!

[alldisc]

3 things i like about 180K

1. one of the first japanese sedan with rear wiper (prelude is a coupe)

2. petrol filler cap ala jaguar XJ

3. so many meters to read - like airplane. if i remember correctly other speedometer and tachometer, there were the usual fuel gauge, temp gauge, volt meter and oil pressure gauge.

[Dewi]

3 things i like about 180K

1. one of the first japanese sedan with rear wiper (prelude is a coupe)

2. petrol filler cap ala jaguar XJ

3. so many meters to read - like airplane. if i remember correctly other speedometer and tachometer, there were the usual fuel gauge, temp gauge, volt meter and oil pressure gauge.

You're absolutely correct on this !.

[MagicRide]

Are you interested in a 1981 Toyota Corona 1.8 (4 square lamp version.)RWD, Big bumper.
Body good condition no accident. 1k +..PM me if interested.

[lowpro]

OIC.

Nvm, just complete your AE82 project soonest & then can move on to other cars.

Why would you choose a Subaru ?. Care to share ?


Personally, I'm falling in love with an Alfa Romeo 146, c/with Boxer engine. Still contemplating either I should get 1.
Price is quite reasonable these days; only things which make me worry are the cost + availability of the spare-parts, skills of mechanics familiar with this baby, & reliability issue.

Cheers.

Any news on your Alfa yet? Some of my Alfa owner friends say if you're looking for an older Alfa 146, better to go for the 1.7 with boxer.

And yes, i love the sporty petrol filler cap and the rear wiper of the 180K. It was one of the first cars in the Malaysian market with a rear wiper if I'm not mistaken. Another strong point was the rear suspension came from the legendary Datsun 240Z. Plus, it really had that old school cool.

Did some research. In the early 80's this was the best selling 1.8 litre until the newer Corona big bumper and the 1.8 Bluebird came along. The biggest competitor for this car then was the 1st gen RWD 1.8 Mazda 626 that really took the market.

[Dewi]

Any news on your Alfa yet? Some of my Alfa owner friends say if you're looking for an older Alfa 146, better to go for the 1.7 with boxer.

And yes, i love the sporty petrol filler cap and the rear wiper of the 180K. It was one of the first cars in the Malaysian market with a rear wiper if I'm not mistaken. Another strong point was the rear suspension came from the legendary Datsun 240Z. Plus, it really had that old school cool.

Did some research. In the early 80's this was the best selling 1.8 litre until the newer Corona big bumper and the 1.8 Bluebird came along. The biggest competitor for this car then was the 1st gen RWD 1.8 Mazda 626 that really took the market.

Dear LowPro,

After much deliberation, I had to abort the idea ~ although deep in my heart I must admit that I like Alfa Romeo way too much !.

I think that I'm not yet ready (mentally, financially & risks involved) in driving an Alfa.

At the moment, I think that I'll be better-off driving my existing rides.

[lowpro]

Dear LowPro,

After much deliberation, I had to abort the idea ~ although deep in my heart I must admit that I like Alfa Romeo way too much !.

I think that I'm not yet ready (mentally, financially & risks involved) in driving an Alfa.

At the moment, I think that I'll be better-off driving my existing rides.

don't worry... the time will come. i waited ages to get the 82 and took ages to get it to where it is now. earlier, i was considering modding it for performance but after chatting with my colleagues, i will instead restore it rather than turn it into a street machine... the chassis too old to take the performance stress lah.

but if i get an 180k or even something else, i'm thinking of stripping it, perhaps leaving the carpets and turning that into a power machine. purchase price should be super low though

alfa's have quite a lot of qualified ex-official alfa people to work on it though but then,perhaps the time may not be right for you yet. patience lah

[alldisc]

Any news on your Alfa yet? Some of my Alfa owner friends say if you're looking for an older Alfa 146, better to go for the 1.7 with boxer.

And yes, i love the sporty petrol filler cap and the rear wiper of the 180K. It was one of the first cars in the Malaysian market with a rear wiper if I'm not mistaken. Another strong point was the rear suspension came from the legendary Datsun 240Z. Plus, it really had that old school cool.

Did some research. In the early 80's this was the best selling 1.8 litre until the newer Corona big bumper and the 1.8 Bluebird came along. The biggest competitor for this car then was the 1st gen RWD 1.8 Mazda 626 that really took the market.

IMO... Alfa 1.7 has better top end but 1.6 is the more smoother and even though only 103bhp, can reach 200kph with little problems.

i will avoid alfa's boxer for several reasons like difficult to balance all cylinders while timing belt need replacement every 30K. must remove front bumper first before can access.

the raspy exhaust note is delicous though...

[lowpro]

yeah, my friends said the hassle of the timing belt was the toughie but yeah, i do love the flat four's note too!!! good stuff!!! but for maintenance purposes, i'd actually prefer a 1.6 or 1.8 with twin spark.