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bazza · 18-02-2008

Just had a quick re-scan through the post Ferryman linked to, and I don't think Chris has added this info yet:

Give all the wheel arches a very thorough checking for rust bubbles. This is definitely a pretty common issue with GTA's. Look for very small (<5p) areas of paint bubbling, in my experience they appear on the flat vertical (outer) surface of the arch.
If you're buying privately, I'd consider avoiding, if from a dealer make sure they'll fix it.

18-02-2008	#6 (Post Link)
bazza Club Member Club Member Number: 22 Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Congleton - The centre of Posts: 20,371 Member car: Alfa 156 GTA SW	Re: 156 GTA Buying Guide? Just had a quick re-scan through the post Ferryman linked to, and I don't think Chris has added this info yet: Give all the wheel arches a very thorough checking for rust bubbles. This is definitely a pretty common issue with GTA's. Look for very small (<5p) areas of paint bubbling, in my experience they appear on the flat vertical (outer) surface of the arch. If you're buying privately, I'd consider avoiding, if from a dealer make sure they'll fix it.