Some people wanted me to give an update. My car is now over four years old, and it has had one problem which was an oil leak on one of the turbos. Since the time I made this video, I added a 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 to my garage, which is a thrilling car. I love it. But the truth is I still get more laugh-out-loud joy from my Giulia QV. It's so friggin' fun! Thank you for all the kind comments!!
Thank you sir, a 100% honest review. I have my Giulia QV now for almost 2 years, perfect and no problems. Alfa always gets bad press, but mostly, they are great cars. Like you said, no mechanical problems, just updates. Thank you thank you for pointing that out to people :)
This was so eye opening with the brutal truths like the TSB's in light of the fact this you are a Porsche and BMW enthusiast. There is something to be said about Alfa's reliability as spoken by its owners versus non owners. I'm with you - have had this car for three years and absolutely zero issues. Thank you for your bravado in sharing your experience.
Can u comment on the navigation system please ???? How is it ??? Is it slow, is it non-responsive, is it hard to use ? How is it ? Because i use navigation heavily !!!!!!!!!
Great guy. Very honest and straight shooting. I've gotten hifi gear from Kevin since about 2010 and had excellent service. They really back what they sell. This review was what tipped me over in getting a QV. Traded a used 2019 Giulia Ti Lusso that I had 7 months for a new 2021 QV. I had driven BMWs for 43 years prior to getting the 2019 Alfa because the latest BMW's don't put "a smile on your face". The recent generations are not fun to drive.
Can u comment on the navigation system please ???? How is it ??? Is it slow, is it non-responsive, is it hard to use ? How is it ? Because i use navigation heavily !!!!!!!!!
@@davidn5334 It's not the quickest. I would say it can take about to 20-30 seconds until all three route alternatives are displayed. Works, but honestly using a mobile is better and more up to date. Sometimes the proposed routes do not make sense.
Watched a bunch of reviews and bought a 17 last night. This video is by far the best review as real ownership. Makes me happy with my purchase even more then when I hear the exhaust note lol
@@Anthony-qh1xv Alfa Romeo has always produced tastefully designed cars. The Giorgio platform the Giulia is developed on is an automotive masterpiece. It needs an annual service as most modern cars and I’d suggest as with any turbocharged engine to always remember to run the engine for a minute before rolling out of the garage and run it again for a minute when cooling down after a drive before switching off. My Giulia Quadrifoglio is still my dream sports sedan.
Your remarks on the suspension and steering being so good are very high praise given your car ownership background. Glad to have someone corroborate how awesome it feels to drive!
Finally someone is telling the truth! I’m on my second Alfa as I’ve upgraded and both cars have been good to me. The people in our Alfa club will attest as for them as well they have been reliable.
Wow, you couldn't be more correct. I have a 2015 Porsche 911S and a 2019 Giulia Quadrifoglio. I'm a member of PCA and AROC. I love these cars. I've had several problems with my Porsche, and lousy dealer service. After two years of ownership, I've had no problems with my Alfa.
What a great video! I work at an Alfa and Maserati dealership and people always complain that they aren't reliable and they use some bits and pieces from the FCA parts bin. So what? These are small manufacturers and it's a no brainer to use parts that already exist and work fine. These Italian cars are about the sound and experience they provide more than anything. They also provide brand prestige, Alfa Romeo just turned 110 years old!! How many brands can say that and have a long racing heritage? Without FCA's help these amazing brands wouldn't exist today, so let's forgive a few switches shall we.
Forgive a few switches? Lets celebrate that they actually have some switches, and haven't hidden things that still have switches on an Alfa in some menu on a touch screen like MB/BMW/Audi.
Great review that really resonates with my own experience. I wish some parts of the motoring media would cut some slack on Alfa reliability. It's a cheap story to write and it is not fair when viewed alongside so many other vehicles. This is by far the most reliable car I have ever owned. It's been in the garage ONCE in 4 years for an unscheduled service and that was for the throttle-body issue which you mentioned. Fixed and not a heartbeat wrong since then. Honestly, if a car were to sell on its driving merits alone, the Giulia should sell 10x more cars than it does right now. For me, I'm happy there are not too many on the roads because I like driving something that is not your everyday ignorable, bland vehicle. For Alfa Romeo I really hope it puts them back on the bucket list for people looking at their next car. Such a good vehicle.
Thanks for this. One Motor Trend review had a comparison test between an M3 and a QV. The M3 had to be replaced before the test because it lunched it's steering. There was no rebuke or criticism from the MT editors IMAGINE IF THE SITUATION WAS REVERSED. The cackling would never stop. If you want to see TSBs, check out any Audi.
I have the EU 2.0 200bhp that was chipped to 300bhp-ish. The 280bhp here was only available in AWD, wanted an RWD car, and the engines are pretty much the same anyway except for the software, so... A few things to note: - the suspension is softer than the QV, although I also have the dynamic sports suspension. In D it stiffens up a bit, but when I drove a QV, the D suspension mode there felt a bit stiffer. Race mode goes even further. - it doesn't have the Race mode (and no way to turn off traction control) - it doesn't come with the carbon fiber stuff (except for the driveshaft, which is carbon fiber on every Giulia) But it is a fantastic daily driver which is loads of fun to drive, only the 200bhp was holding the car back a lot. The chiptune also disabled the start-stop completely so yay!
@@koffiezet I have a SAAB and the Giulia 2.0 is number one in the list to replace it. So hard to find new cars that handle and feel like what Alfa has done with all of their current models.
@@iamismeallright Have one now for 2 years, 45k km on the clock, no issues. also very few issues reported in general, most of them being software related and fixed with a software update (not that I have ever encountered that)
Thanks for making the video on your Alfa. I now have spent the last two hours watching your other videos...lol Please make a video on your speaker upgrade on the Alfa and on your other cars and motorcycles.
Excellent review Kevin. People need to know the truth about Alfa. I’ve owned nothing but BMWs- 7 of them, and all had their problems. Recently I was just about to buy the new 2021 BMW M340 coupe. Nice car, but then I test drove the Giulia QV. What a difference. The QV is so much better. I’ve never been so impressed with the driving experience. It’s impossible to describe unless you get behind the wheel and experience it for yourself. I’m now buying one.
I recently bought a couple of nice pieces of gear from Upscale Audio. Great shopping experience. You guys were fantastic. My two cars happen to be a 2019 Giulia QV with 55k miles, which is my daily driver, and a 2007 Carrera S with 210k miles, which was my previous daily driver. Both have been great to me. Also, I guess since we’re kindred spirits I’ll have to purchasing from Upscale. What a awful problem 😅
I knew this car was great value! All research led me to this exact conclusion. So many stealerships will try to talk you out of it so they can sell the problem riddled alternatives. Now, as a Upscale Audio customer, her I find the word from someone that I trust! Thanks Kevin!
Great review Kevin...just bought a 2020 QV a few months ago and I've owned Porsche, BMW, Audi and several other high performance brands and I absolutely love this car!!!
Best car review my friend. Other reviewers talk about looks and speed when real buyers want to know about maintenance. I think you should do more car reviews. You make me want to buy one. Thanks
Absolutely love my 2018 Giulia QV. Had it just shy of three years now (no issues) and m still in love. I stare at the car all the time. Can’t get enough.
Kevin, One of the most refreshing and honest feedback on the Alfa! It's a car that I'm still considering buying at some point as I love the look and performance of the car. I'm also a tube guy and a former customer of yours 👍 If I find one at the right price, color and options, maybe sooner than later. 😁
This is my dream garage right there: Porsche 911 and Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. You have good tastes, sir! As for the reliability of the Giulia, there’s no denying that Alfa has really upped their game in recent years. Ironically, as you’ve showcased in the video, Porsche seems to have fallen in reliability themselves as their cars have become more and more complex over the last two decades or so. Or maybe, in this case, it’s due to the influence of VW/Audi into the company culture. Either way, the Giulia seems like a great buy for a car enthusiast, while the 911 is still a classic for the deep-pocketed of us that don’t want to go all silly teenager mode with an Avantador or something like that (Aston Martin is also a great choice in that regard, I think).
Great video. I just bought a Giulia after owning several good cars like BMWs, AUDIs, Range Rover etc but the Alfa Romeo Giulia it's something else. It's the perfect driver's car. Sure it's much better than the manufactures I just mentioned but people don't know yet but Alfa Romeo is definitely back on the map
Yup. On my 3rd modern Alfa on this platform. Had my giulia quadrifoglio for 4 years now and no issues at all. Love it and people miss out due to bad press
A really fantastic movie, honest, natural and most of all you hit the nail on the head. You don't understand and appreciate Alpha until you buy it. Greetings from Poland
Great video. I'm a driver and an audiophile too, and you hit on all the points I was wondering. Well done! You should do more! The other car I'm considering is a 991. I'd love to hear some more driving impression/feeling comparisons. We audiophile types are a visceral experience bunch.
Really enjoyed this video. I just took ownership of a 2020 QV from a local dealer after turning in a 2018 Stelvio that was a joy to drive for the last 2 years. So excited to have the Twin Turbo Quad in the garage now. The Stelvio gave us no problems during the 2 years with the exception of an auto start/stop disabled error every so often which would always fix itself within a few miles. I never used it anyway and it was a more of safety error probably because I drove the car so hard.
Great video...and nice to meet you through it. I'll be looking at getting a used Quadrifoglio when they start showing up. I'm a long time Alfa fan, currently driving a 2021 base model Giulia. I really enjoyed your enthusiasm and straight talk. And I understand how infectious the Guilia is...even in base form...it loves to be driven in all its modes.
Great review. Straightforward and no bs. I've been intrigued by this car as a possible replacement for my Mustang. Glad you've had good luck with yours.
Good taste in cars, my man! My previous two cars were AMGs. I now have a Giulia QV. It's given me no problems whatsoever. I plan to replace it. With another Giulia QV. A lot of the problems with the electronics was with the original battery, which was fitted 2017 - 2019. That's a problem. But an easily solved one.
Fix It Again Tomorrow, Fix Or Repair Daily, Lots of Trouble Usually Serious, Anyone got any others I love the Giulia Quadifoglio, there’s two on the showroom floor of my local Alfa dealership, Montreal Green with the white & green stitching and the green seatbelts, they tease me every time I drive past them, if I had the spare cash one of these cars would be my impulse purchase of a dream 🤩
Oh once you started talking about the PDK issues I remembered a comment on a bringatrailer auction for a Giulia Quad and that must've been you haha. Glad the Giulia has been good to you, I'm looking into getting one
An american who knows how to appreciate one of the best European sportscars available nowadays. Every word you used was spot-on. Even when you compared the M5, AMG’s and the Stradale. Kudo’s!
Whoa, didn’t know you’re a petrol/gear head too, Kevin. Your man cave is badass. My Turbo gets better with age even after 20 years, so is the Dialogue II and Manley Chinook. If I was in the market for a sedan, I’d seriously consider a Giulia too. It’s organic shape is like no other out there, and the factory sound out the back is dope. Respect.
These are very well made, super cool sedans. The press and social media have been terrible to the Alfa Romeo brand. They deserve far better treatment. I have owned 2 Giulia's, a 2017 and now a 2019. Both cars have not had one problem. Glad you enjoy your very cool QV. Nothing compares to this car. Kevin, can I add your car is immaculate! Love the cleanliness of it.
Pretty cool video overall! I've seen a few of these on the road here in Canada. Publications have seemed to bash these cars with negative reviews. This is priceless information.
I have been an Alfa Romeo fan forever. This car the Giulia, it is what a 4 door sedan needs to be. Power, fun, handling. But this car has soul. Yeah I love Toyotas and Hondas, had them both. But they don't have soul! The Giulia has soul. Best feature the sound track included. Courtesy of Ferrari. I think the Giulia is one of my favorite cars of all time for all the great things the Giulia does and is the direct opposite of what the Germans and Japanese are doing. Amazing car Kevin.
Great review!! I am 50 years old and in the market for my first real sports car, I am considering a 2017. Giulia Quadrafoglio for 45k usd with 23 thousand miles on the clock, it worries me a little that it might have some hidden issues but saving 35k thousand from a brand new Giulia sounds like an attractive proposition.
Perfect Alfa review, can't wait to see your reviews in Consumer Reports as I agree with , on payroll or which manufacturer takes out the most advertisements in their magazines gets the trophy
Came for the audio reviews and found you had the same car as me. Now I know you’ve got the right audio calibration! Can you post more details on the sound system upgrade you put in your Giulia?
The F154 V8 uses twin scroll manifolds..4 cylinders per bank. Spilt in 2 each side. The giulia engine uses single scroll manifolds..being a V6 with 3 cylinders per bank instead of 4 cylinders per bank in the V8 , its cant spilt the ports evenly. Hence the single scroll usage for the giulia engine. Still has almost no lag. And pulls like a train to the limiter.
Great to hear what sounds like a researched discussion of Alfas. I owned a Alfa Romeo Duetto Syder-"The Graduate Style"- "long ago" which was the most fun car driven and that has had the strongest hold on my memories over the years. (Now it is a Toyota Avalon for lack of hassle as you mentioned--Along the way was Jag XKE Soft Top Roadster & 68 Corvette T-Top new style at the time.) My Alfa had a bit of a temperamental nature. However, like fine wine, beautiful women, handsome men, etc. it was incredible fun, satisfying & is missed greatly. It may be an appropriate feeling that parallels seeking great personal sound at a somewhat reasonable cost (all things being relative, of course). I would not have guessed the Alfa aspect of you Kevin or considered the Hi-Fi Sound Association, other than both can be costly. I certainly can see where they could go hand in hand. I thought this video was neat, given the maligning about durability that goes on about Alfa Romeo in The States. Have enjoyed your videos & worldly company considerations of equipment along with help from Kat and others in your organization as some hi-fi upgrading has become a renewed hobby in these later years and the current circumstances we are all living with.
Great Video, I've had my Quadrifoglio since March 2017 and it's been near faultless :) Also very into HI-Fi although so far my closest flirtation with tubes is just a phone stage incorporating some tubes. Subscribed!
Great video with a lot of truths about how good Alfas are these days. Most are still stuck in the 80s and 90s when ALL cars rusted and broke down. Interesting about the Technical issues, 11 vs over 200 and the way the press don't report things like this. I've a QV too and I'm like you, I just can't stop looking at it. Again, great video, but you do know once the secret of how good these cars are, especially from a reliability point of view, they arn't going to be as exclusive as at the moment. :-)
Well, that's a little judgemental. I got a work permit at the age of 12, and have worked very hard now for 52 of my 64 years of living. I've been fortunate that Upscale Audio is one of the most successful companies in the country. However, I have a lot of friends who own stores, and while many squeeze out an OK living, the vast majority go broke. We've lost half the dealers that we had 15 years ago. There's a joke in audio, and it goes like this: How do you make a small fortune in High End audio? Start with a large fortune.
Great review, thank you. I have a 2017 QV in Trofeo white. It to had a few electrical hiccups when I bought it, which were quickly ironed out under warranty and not an issue since. All other German cars I’ve owned have had costly mechanical issues - Audi being the worst, followed by BMW. It’s a pleasure to drive everyday and always puts a smile on my face. I’d love more details on what you did to improve the audio - agree its average at best - although I do find it improves dramatically depending on the input. Streaming from Frisky Radio which is high-res sounds much than other sources.
I just purchased one myself. I totally agree with your comment about the audio speakers. Do you have a video on the upgrade you did to the Alfa? Great video by the way
seems to me that you are looking for analogue sports cars without all the computers and driving aides. Buy restomodded good ol stuff. I’m glad you are happy with your car! loved watching this :)
Some people wanted me to give an update. My car is now over four years old, and it has had one problem which was an oil leak on one of the turbos. Since the time I made this video, I added a 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 to my garage, which is a thrilling car. I love it. But the truth is I still get more laugh-out-loud joy from my Giulia QV. It's so friggin' fun!
Thank you for all the kind comments!!
Thank you sir, a 100% honest review. I have my Giulia QV now for almost 2 years, perfect and no problems. Alfa always gets bad press, but mostly, they are great cars. Like you said, no mechanical problems, just updates. Thank you thank you for pointing that out to people :)
I second that. My 2018 which I bought it new works perfectly.
how have your tires been? picking up a hsed one and looks like it’s on regular pzeros and not pzero corsas
@@jeffrey-f corsas have been fine, but you have to know they are very tricky in bad or cold weather
@@greengenspoun7283 how long have ur original corsas last? Weather always warm where I live thanks for the info tho
@@jeffrey-f mine are now on 15k kilometers. They should last at least 20k. But i haven't been on a track with it yet.
I have just signed Quadrifoglio Giulia - final chance 🙂 The right time, best for last. The bauty and emotional impact is out of the scale.
This was so eye opening with the brutal truths like the TSB's in light of the fact this you are a Porsche and BMW enthusiast. There is something to be said about Alfa's reliability as spoken by its owners versus non owners. I'm with you - have had this car for three years and absolutely zero issues. Thank you for your bravado in sharing your experience.
Just saw your video. I have a an Alfa myself and I couldn’t agree more. That car just makes you feel good. Worth every penny. Alfista for life.
Can u comment on the navigation system please ???? How is it ??? Is it slow, is it non-responsive, is it hard to use ? How is it ? Because i use navigation heavily !!!!!!!!!
@@davidn5334 calm down please lol
1 minute in and I like this guy already!
Great guy. Very honest and straight shooting. I've gotten hifi gear from Kevin since about 2010 and had excellent service. They really back what they sell. This review was what tipped me over in getting a QV. Traded a used 2019 Giulia Ti Lusso that I had 7 months for a new 2021 QV. I had driven BMWs for 43 years prior to getting the 2019 Alfa because the latest BMW's don't put "a smile on your face". The recent generations are not fun to drive.
I only have the 2.0 (non-QV) and I've driven NJ --> CA in August 2019 and CA --> NJ in March 2020. 3 day drives both times. Could not be happier.
Can u comment on the navigation system please ???? How is it ??? Is it slow, is it non-responsive, is it hard to use ? How is it ? Because i use navigation heavily !!!!!!!!!
@@davidn5334 It's not the quickest. I would say it can take about to 20-30 seconds until all three route alternatives are displayed. Works, but honestly using a mobile is better and more up to date. Sometimes the proposed routes do not make sense.
How has it held up? I am looking to buy the base
HA! I love you man, you nailed Jalopnik.
Fantastic review and insight. Without this review, I would not have bought my 2023 Alfa Giulia QV.
Thank you!!!
Watched a bunch of reviews and bought a 17 last night. This video is by far the best review as real ownership. Makes me happy with my purchase even more then when I hear the exhaust note lol
3rd year on and my Giulia Quadrifoglio has been amazing!
How has it been now? I am looking to buy a base. Thanks!!
@@Anthony-qh1xv still going strong. The best sports sedan in the market.
@@georgiosdedes Great to hear this! I have a 2015 BMW X4 M-sport right now, I have always been afraid of alfa, but I love the way it looks. Thank you!
@@Anthony-qh1xv Alfa Romeo has always produced tastefully designed cars. The Giorgio platform the Giulia is developed on is an automotive masterpiece. It needs an annual service as most modern cars and I’d suggest as with any turbocharged engine to always remember to run the engine for a minute before rolling out of the garage and run it again for a minute when cooling down after a drive before switching off. My Giulia Quadrifoglio is still my dream sports sedan.
@@georgiosdedes Right, good to know. Thank you!
Fantastic way of switching it up 👍. I always wondered how many people are into hifi are also into cars.
And watches!
Your remarks on the suspension and steering being so good are very high praise given your car ownership background. Glad to have someone corroborate how awesome it feels to drive!
Finally someone is telling the truth! I’m on my second Alfa as I’ve upgraded and both cars have been good to me. The people in our Alfa club will attest as for them as well they have been reliable.
Wow, you couldn't be more correct. I have a 2015 Porsche 911S and a 2019 Giulia Quadrifoglio. I'm a member of PCA and AROC. I love these cars. I've had several problems with my Porsche, and lousy dealer service. After two years of ownership, I've had no problems with my Alfa.
What a great video! I work at an Alfa and Maserati dealership and people always complain that they aren't reliable and they use some bits and pieces from the FCA parts bin. So what? These are small manufacturers and it's a no brainer to use parts that already exist and work fine. These Italian cars are about the sound and experience they provide more than anything. They also provide brand prestige, Alfa Romeo just turned 110 years old!! How many brands can say that and have a long racing heritage? Without FCA's help these amazing brands wouldn't exist today, so let's forgive a few switches shall we.
Forgive a few switches?
Lets celebrate that they actually have some switches, and haven't hidden things that still have switches on an Alfa in some menu on a touch screen like MB/BMW/Audi.
Very true ! Have had mine for almost 2 years and no issues
Great review that really resonates with my own experience. I wish some parts of the motoring media would cut some slack on Alfa reliability. It's a cheap story to write and it is not fair when viewed alongside so many other vehicles. This is by far the most reliable car I have ever owned. It's been in the garage ONCE in 4 years for an unscheduled service and that was for the throttle-body issue which you mentioned. Fixed and not a heartbeat wrong since then. Honestly, if a car were to sell on its driving merits alone, the Giulia should sell 10x more cars than it does right now. For me, I'm happy there are not too many on the roads because I like driving something that is not your everyday ignorable, bland vehicle. For Alfa Romeo I really hope it puts them back on the bucket list for people looking at their next car. Such a good vehicle.
Just bought a 2023 QV. It's just brilliant. Love your straight talk!
Brilliant review and nicely appreciated your total honesty!! Its a fabulous car!!
Thanks for this. One Motor Trend review had a comparison test between an M3 and a QV. The M3 had to be replaced before the test because it lunched it's steering. There was no rebuke or criticism from the MT editors
IMAGINE IF THE SITUATION WAS REVERSED. The cackling would never stop.
If you want to see TSBs, check out any Audi.
Actually, even a regular Gulia would be more than enough for an average person.
I have the EU 2.0 200bhp that was chipped to 300bhp-ish. The 280bhp here was only available in AWD, wanted an RWD car, and the engines are pretty much the same anyway except for the software, so...
A few things to note:
- the suspension is softer than the QV, although I also have the dynamic sports suspension. In D it stiffens up a bit, but when I drove a QV, the D suspension mode there felt a bit stiffer. Race mode goes even further.
- it doesn't have the Race mode (and no way to turn off traction control)
- it doesn't come with the carbon fiber stuff (except for the driveshaft, which is carbon fiber on every Giulia)
But it is a fantastic daily driver which is loads of fun to drive, only the 200bhp was holding the car back a lot. The chiptune also disabled the start-stop completely so yay!
@@koffiezet I have a SAAB and the Giulia 2.0 is number one in the list to replace it. So hard to find new cars that handle and feel like what Alfa has done with all of their current models.
Yeah the turbo petrol 2.0 turbo V looks great... But is it reliable?
@@iamismeallright Have one now for 2 years, 45k km on the clock, no issues. also very few issues reported in general, most of them being software related and fixed with a software update (not that I have ever encountered that)
Excellent review Kevin. Real life experiences that go against the bias that is levelled at Alfa Romeo which is unfounded. Thank you and enjoy the QV.
Thanks for making the video on your Alfa. I now have spent the last two hours watching your other videos...lol
Please make a video on your speaker upgrade on the Alfa and on your other cars and motorcycles.
Excellent review Kevin. People need to know the truth about Alfa. I’ve owned nothing but BMWs- 7 of them, and all had their problems. Recently I was just about to buy the new 2021 BMW M340 coupe. Nice car, but then I test drove the Giulia QV. What a difference. The QV is so much better. I’ve never been so impressed with the driving experience. It’s impossible to describe unless you get behind the wheel and experience it for yourself. I’m now buying one.
I recently bought a couple of nice pieces of gear from Upscale Audio. Great shopping experience. You guys were fantastic. My two cars happen to be a 2019 Giulia QV with 55k miles, which is my daily driver, and a 2007 Carrera S with 210k miles, which was my previous daily driver. Both have been great to me. Also, I guess since we’re kindred spirits I’ll have to purchasing from Upscale. What a awful problem 😅
I knew this car was great value! All research led me to this exact conclusion. So many stealerships will try to talk you out of it so they can sell the problem riddled alternatives. Now, as a Upscale Audio customer, her I find the word from someone that I trust! Thanks Kevin!
Great review Kevin...just bought a 2020 QV a few months ago and I've owned Porsche, BMW, Audi and several other high performance brands and I absolutely love this car!!!
One of my all time favorite cars. Glad you like it too.
Kevin truly living the dream. Amazing audio, my personal dream car, psychedelics and rock and roll. Kevin is my spirit animal
Best car review my friend. Other reviewers talk about looks and speed when real buyers want to know about maintenance. I think you should do more car reviews. You make me want to buy one. Thanks
You wont regret it. I love mine!
Absolutely love my 2018 Giulia QV. Had it just shy of three years now (no issues) and m still in love. I stare at the car all the time. Can’t get enough.
Kevin,
One of the most refreshing and honest feedback on the Alfa! It's a car that I'm still considering buying at some point as I love the look and performance of the car.
I'm also a tube guy and a former customer of yours 👍
If I find one at the right price, color and options, maybe sooner than later. 😁
I'm jealous your QV has been detailed so well. Mine needs a good wash! The QV is fabulous on UK A and B roads.
This is my dream garage right there: Porsche 911 and Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. You have good tastes, sir!
As for the reliability of the Giulia, there’s no denying that Alfa has really upped their game in recent years. Ironically, as you’ve showcased in the video, Porsche seems to have fallen in reliability themselves as their cars have become more and more complex over the last two decades or so. Or maybe, in this case, it’s due to the influence of VW/Audi into the company culture. Either way, the Giulia seems like a great buy for a car enthusiast, while the 911 is still a classic for the deep-pocketed of us that don’t want to go all silly teenager mode with an Avantador or something like that (Aston Martin is also a great choice in that regard, I think).
I think Porsche wants to do well. The problem is the complexity of modern high-performance cars.
Great video. I just bought a Giulia after owning several good cars like BMWs, AUDIs, Range Rover etc but the Alfa Romeo Giulia it's something else. It's the perfect driver's car. Sure it's much better than the manufactures I just mentioned but people don't know yet but Alfa Romeo is definitely back on the map
Yup. On my 3rd modern Alfa on this platform. Had my giulia quadrifoglio for 4 years now and no issues at all. Love it and people miss out due to bad press
A really fantastic movie, honest, natural and most of all you hit the nail on the head. You don't understand and appreciate Alpha until you buy it. Greetings from Poland
Great video. I'm a driver and an audiophile too, and you hit on all the points I was wondering. Well done! You should do more! The other car I'm considering is a 991. I'd love to hear some more driving impression/feeling comparisons. We audiophile types are a visceral experience bunch.
Oh man. That E46 M3 plus a 911. Dream garage for me for sure!
Thanks for the honest review. I have a 2018 QV whose warranty is about to expire May 2023. I'm looking into an extended warranty now...just in case.
Great review! Would like to see more of these types of reviews for sure!
Really enjoyed this video. I just took ownership of a 2020 QV from a local dealer after turning in a 2018 Stelvio that was a joy to drive for the last 2 years. So excited to have the Twin Turbo Quad in the garage now. The Stelvio gave us no problems during the 2 years with the exception of an auto start/stop disabled error every so often which would always fix itself within a few miles. I never used it anyway and it was a more of safety error probably because I drove the car so hard.
Great video...and nice to meet you through it. I'll be looking at getting a used Quadrifoglio when they start showing up. I'm a long time Alfa fan, currently driving a 2021 base model Giulia. I really enjoyed your enthusiasm and straight talk. And I understand how infectious the Guilia is...even in base form...it loves to be driven in all its modes.
Great review. Straightforward and no bs. I've been intrigued by this car as a possible replacement for my Mustang. Glad you've had good luck with yours.
You hit it on the nail with this Alfa Kevin! Been eyeing one of these for a while now.
You have my respect, as your honesty and objective approach sets the standards.
Thank you for sharing.
Very insightful and true . Hands down 🙌🏻 Great video
Hey man , that's not a garage , it's a freaking showroom. Beautiful.
Thank you, just what I wanted to hear.
Good taste in cars, my man!
My previous two cars were AMGs. I now have a Giulia QV. It's given me no problems whatsoever. I plan to replace it.
With another Giulia QV.
A lot of the problems with the electronics was with the original battery, which was fitted 2017 - 2019. That's a problem. But an easily solved one.
The Tanoy’s will hold their value longer than the cars.lol great video
Great review, thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience. I have just bought one and cannot wait to take delivery and have some great fun! 👍
You said what basically no one dares to say. Thumb up
Awesome review, I’ve recently decided this is my next car. They’re amazing
Awesome video. Glad I didn't dismiss it within the first few seconds.... thank you.
Awesome review. Appreciate the expose on other manufacturers reliability. QF for the win!
Fix It Again Tomorrow, Fix Or Repair Daily, Lots of Trouble Usually Serious, Anyone got any others
I love the Giulia Quadifoglio, there’s two on the showroom floor of my local Alfa dealership, Montreal Green with the white & green stitching and the green seatbelts, they tease me every time I drive past them, if I had the spare cash one of these cars would be my impulse purchase of a dream 🤩
Great long-term review, definitely helped clarify some concerns.
Oh once you started talking about the PDK issues I remembered a comment on a bringatrailer auction for a Giulia Quad and that must've been you haha. Glad the Giulia has been good to you, I'm looking into getting one
An american who knows how to appreciate one of the best European sportscars available nowadays. Every word you used was spot-on. Even when you compared the M5, AMG’s and the Stradale. Kudo’s!
Had a 4 speed Foley Race modified SUD back in the 80's. Wonderful car.
Great review great to hear an owner perspective
Nice work! long time alfa owner/driver - and beginner audio junky - it’s about the connection
Whoa, didn’t know you’re a petrol/gear head too, Kevin. Your man cave is badass. My Turbo gets better with age even after 20 years, so is the Dialogue II and Manley Chinook. If I was in the market for a sedan, I’d seriously consider a Giulia too. It’s organic shape is like no other out there, and the factory sound out the back is dope. Respect.
Yea turbos are great. Porsches are great. Had a 996 and loved it.
Yes. When you mentioned the E46 you said it all. You're a car driver. Not an exhibitionist.
These are very well made, super cool sedans. The press and social media have been terrible to the Alfa Romeo brand. They deserve far better treatment. I have owned 2 Giulia's, a 2017 and now a 2019. Both cars have not had one problem. Glad you enjoy your very cool QV. Nothing compares to this car. Kevin, can I add your car is immaculate! Love the cleanliness of it.
How is it now? I am looking to buy a base.
@@Anthony-qh1xv I've owned 3 Alfa's since 2017. Have not had any problems with any of them.
@@23Piccolina wow! Great to hear this!
Pretty cool video overall! I've seen a few of these on the road here in Canada. Publications have seemed to bash these cars with negative reviews. This is priceless information.
The standard one is very reliable.
I have been an Alfa Romeo fan forever. This car the Giulia, it is what a 4 door sedan needs to be. Power, fun, handling. But this car has soul. Yeah I love Toyotas and Hondas, had them both. But they don't have soul! The Giulia has soul. Best feature the sound track included. Courtesy of Ferrari. I think the Giulia is one of my favorite cars of all time for all the great things the Giulia does and is the direct opposite of what the Germans and Japanese are doing. Amazing car Kevin.
Thanks for this. The past is the past. Alfa Romeo is totally reliable. Mine has been flawless.
Great review!! I am 50 years old and in the market for my first real sports car, I am considering a 2017. Giulia Quadrafoglio for 45k usd with 23 thousand miles on the clock, it worries me a little that it might have some hidden issues but saving 35k thousand from a brand new Giulia sounds like an attractive proposition.
Hope you took the plunge. Great cars
Perfect Alfa review, can't wait to see your reviews in Consumer Reports as I agree with , on payroll or which manufacturer takes out the most advertisements in their magazines gets the trophy
Toyota Reports! They have kissed the Toyota ass for the past 20 years. I know for sure, Toyota pays them big cash.
Came for the audio reviews and found you had the same car as me. Now I know you’ve got the right audio calibration! Can you post more details on the sound system upgrade you put in your Giulia?
my next car 😊❤️ best car in the world..... and most beautiful too 😊
The F154 V8 uses twin scroll manifolds..4 cylinders per bank. Spilt in 2 each side. The giulia engine uses single scroll manifolds..being a V6 with 3 cylinders per bank instead of 4 cylinders per bank in the V8 , its cant spilt the ports evenly. Hence the single scroll usage for the giulia engine. Still has almost no lag. And pulls like a train to the limiter.
Nice cars, and a beautiful garage with Tannoys, wow.
What a great Review Kevin
Great to hear what sounds like a researched discussion of Alfas. I owned a Alfa Romeo Duetto Syder-"The Graduate Style"- "long ago" which was the most fun car driven and that has had the strongest hold on my memories over the years. (Now it is a Toyota Avalon for lack of hassle as you mentioned--Along the way was Jag XKE Soft Top Roadster & 68 Corvette T-Top new style at the time.) My Alfa had a bit of a temperamental nature. However, like fine wine, beautiful women, handsome men, etc. it was incredible fun, satisfying & is missed greatly. It may be an appropriate feeling that parallels seeking great personal sound at a somewhat reasonable cost (all things being relative, of course). I would not have guessed the Alfa aspect of you Kevin or considered the Hi-Fi Sound Association, other than both can be costly. I certainly can see where they could go hand in hand. I thought this video was neat, given the maligning about durability that goes on about Alfa Romeo in The States.
Have enjoyed your videos & worldly company considerations of equipment along with help from Kat and others in your organization as some hi-fi upgrading has become a renewed hobby in these later years and the current circumstances we are all living with.
Great video. 👌
Living near
Hollywood has rubbed off on you great act.
Great Video, I've had my Quadrifoglio since March 2017 and it's been near faultless :) Also very into HI-Fi although so far my closest flirtation with tubes is just a phone stage incorporating some tubes. Subscribed!
Classy Review, so many good points.
Those are some garage goals!
Great review, well done!
Great video with a lot of truths about how good Alfas are these days. Most are still stuck in the 80s and 90s when ALL cars rusted and broke down. Interesting about the Technical issues, 11 vs over 200 and the way the press don't report things like this. I've a QV too and I'm like you, I just can't stop looking at it. Again, great video, but you do know once the secret of how good these cars are, especially from a reliability point of view, they arn't going to be as exclusive as at the moment. :-)
I know the problem of the writers, lack of knowledge and the rest copy-paste... nice video ;)
All my life I have heard high end audio dealers talk about the tiny margins they work with.RIIIIIIIIIIIIIGHT.
Well, that's a little judgemental. I got a work permit at the age of 12, and have worked very hard now for 52 of my 64 years of living. I've been fortunate that Upscale Audio is one of the most successful companies in the country. However, I have a lot of friends who own stores, and while many squeeze out an OK living, the vast majority go broke. We've lost half the dealers that we had 15 years ago.
There's a joke in audio, and it goes like this: How do you make a small fortune in High End audio? Start with a large fortune.
Kev, your the Paul Newman of hi-fi! Rock on brother!
Great review, thank you. I have a 2017 QV in Trofeo white. It to had a few electrical hiccups when I bought it, which were quickly ironed out under warranty and not an issue since. All other German cars I’ve owned have had costly mechanical issues - Audi being the worst, followed by BMW. It’s a pleasure to drive everyday and always puts a smile on my face. I’d love more details on what you did to improve the audio - agree its average at best - although I do find it improves dramatically depending on the input. Streaming from Frisky Radio which is high-res sounds much than other sources.
There is a good thread from a guy on giuliaforums.com
I just purchased one myself. I totally agree with your comment about the audio speakers. Do you have a video on the upgrade you did to the Alfa? Great video by the way
Go to Giuliaforums.net
My 2 favourite vices, fast cars and tube amps.
Beautiful car and color!
Great vid mate 👍🏽
Bravia, well done presentation.😇 Kevin will be the next Doug D!🤪🤭😁
FINALLY!! YOU are SO RIGHT!!
Is it a Rosso red or a Rosso Competizione? It looks nice and bright.
Totally agree!
seems to me that you are looking for analogue sports cars without all the computers and driving aides. Buy restomodded good ol stuff. I’m glad you are happy with your car! loved watching this :)
I really enjoyed this video. 👍👍
the Alfa Romeo Cloverleaf symbol represents their first 4 racing drivers : Enzo Ferrari, Sivocci, Giuseppe Campari and Antonio Ascari.