Hi, seem like alfa still have a bad reputation after all.
I was looking for a 156 too, no deny is a great looking car.
But with the japanese WRX price at 109K, better get the WRX giving
you more charactor and power on 4wd.
I'm sure you heard of the 156 selespeed slow reponse in gear change
in low gear, some mention its due to our hot weather, not sure how
truth.
Also the last time after I test drive, I cut my toe behind the rear
seat, by some sharp edges under the front seat. 
cheers
