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Berlina/Giulia Sedan Prepurchase Inspection Checklist

Inspecting a Berlina or Giulia Sedan

Body

Interior

  • Complete?
  • Seat condition
  • Door panel condition
  • Headliner
  • Carpets
  • Dash, gauges
  • Switches, heater, etc. function?

Engine

  • Correct engine/induction system?
  • Compression (engine hot, throttle open): 1 ____ 2 ____ 3 ____ 4 ____
  • Oil pressure (55+)
  • Water temp (180)
  • Head gasket (oil in water, etc)
  • Exhaust condition
  • Intake/air filter condition
  • Smokes? What color and when?
  • Funny noises?
  • Starts hot/cold
  • Modifications?

Driveline

  • Trans shifting
  • Synchros
  • Clutch actuation
  • Vibration/noise
  • Clunks
  • Donut condition

Suspension, brakes, tires

  • Shocks
  • Springs
  • Ride height; sagging?
  • Bushings
  • Squeaks, groans, looseness
  • Brake condition
  • Brake booster(s) present?
  • Wheel bearings
  • Tire type, condition
  • Steering feel OK?

Test drive

  • Starts OK, idles?
  • Engine pulls well?
  • Trans shifts OK?
  • Car tracks straight?
  • Car corners OK both directions?
  • Brakes work? Pull to one side?
  • Suspension loose, noisy, flaky?
  • Electrical system function?
  • Steering light, not too sloppy?

History, other

  • Spare parts, manuals included
  • Ownership, service history. Who serviced?
  • Why selling?
  • Raced/tracked?
  • Major repairs done
  • Accidents, rust repair
  • Salvage title?
  • Passed smog/safety check?
  • Repairs needed?
  • Specific issues on driving, etc?

I am available to do inspections on pretty much any Alfa, but know 105/115 cars best. Email me at the link below to discuss availability and prices.

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