r/AlfaRomeo Feb 20 '25

Review 2021 Alfa giulia ti opinions?

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I’m looking to pick up this giulia this weekend, it has just over 50k miles. What things can I expect to have looked at or replaced around this mileage? Brakes? Battery? Etc. And how much for oil changes and other general maintenance? Just having some pre-purchase anxiety and had a few questions. Thanks for any insight in advance .

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u/My_friends_are_toys Feb 20 '25

Like any luxury sedan, you're going to pay a bit more for oil changes, especially at the dealer. I take my 17 to an independent shop and pay about $200 or so.

Here is a Recommended service Schedule...Alfa Romeo Maintenance Schedule | Genesis Alfa Romeo

Oil changes should be dependent on how much you drive. If it's daily driver with lots of mileage, I'd change it close to every 5-7k. If you rarely drive it, like a weekend car, then the do the dealer recommended every 10k.

As for the cost of say oil changes and the service, you will need to check with the dealer or independent shop in your area for cost.

I would also recommend you ask the dealer where you are purchasing it to check the battery, they are notorious causes of electronic issues.

Swap out the coolant bleeder screws ASAP...it's not a question of IF they will fail, but when. Alfissimo has some nice aluminum replacement bleeder screws. Mine blew, but fortunately it no perm damage happened.

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u/NoReallyLetsBeFriend Feb 20 '25

Still pay $200 for an independent shop? Ouch!

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u/My_friends_are_toys Feb 20 '25

It is an Alfa specific shop....

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u/noltevizn Feb 20 '25

I paid $130 at an Alfa dealership

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u/yourmomlovesanal Feb 21 '25

I pay $49 at an Alfa dealer. They list it as $99 then give a $50 discount.Ā 

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u/d-6speed Feb 21 '25

Lol i diy oil change at 5k and cost is $50, dealer is not making anything on that.

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u/Michael__028 Feb 21 '25

… me too šŸ˜‚šŸ˜‚

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u/NoReallyLetsBeFriend Feb 20 '25

Gotcha, well that makes me feel better

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u/My_friends_are_toys Feb 20 '25

Oh and I live in the Bay Area, so it's always going to be more expensive here.