The ALFA ROMEO 156 (1998-06) 4DR SALOON 2.5 V6 LUSSO 6SPD REV 02 is an Italian four-door saloon, offering a more distinctive alternative to mainstream family cars. In the UK used-car market, it is often cross-shopped with the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, though its character is less conventional. The V6 and six-speed manual give the Lusso lively, engaging performance for drivers who value character over economy. Its comfortable saloon cabin and rear seats suit couples, small families and commuters, including longer journeys. Buyers should budget for fuel and check maintenance carefully on older examples before committing to purchase. mycarcheck.com logged 13 look-ups covering seven VINs, a modest sample. The observed averages are £700 for private-sale value, 89,000 miles recorded, 1,000 miles annually and about 2.8 previous keepers. Treat these as guide figures, not guarantees, and check each car’s history and condition before purchase, as condition can vary widely.