The ALFA ROMEO 166 (1999-05) 4DR SALOON 2.5 V6 24V is a large, four-door executive saloon, rather than a family hatchback or SUV. In the UK it sits in a rare, affordable corner of the used-car market: an Italian alternative to established premium saloons, aimed at drivers who value character as much as badge prestige. With its distinctive styling and sonorous 2.5-litre V6, the 166 offers a more expressive, comfortable long-distance drive than many sensible rivals, including German executive saloons. It suits enthusiasts or experienced drivers seeking a spacious, individual car; running costs and fuel use may be less appealing than in smaller, newer cars, so it is not the obvious first-car choice. mycarcheck.com recorded five checks, each for a VIN, so this is a small sample. Those cars averaged 102,000 miles, 4,000 miles yearly and 5.8 previous keepers; the private-sale figure was £300, a guide, not a guaranteed price.