[danardi]

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Was lucky enough to visit in 2019 before everything stopped...

I was in US 10 years ago :’(
Really impressed

 

[lockem]

I know that this forum is focused on US users.. but why!?
So, that's mine Giulia 2.2 Diesel (due to higher prices of gasoline on Europe) Q2 180cv Super on Blue Montecarlo.
It's a 2016, made on late 2015.. that's one of first pieces out of the line.
In love with his line and his handling. Not as yours QV, but.. enough for my pleasure
(here we are on Tuscany hills near my house)

It is an English language forum, although I do not think there are rules to restrict the conversation to English. Members of all nationalities are welcome to participate.

Diesel fuel is currently very expensive in California. Here is the current price in Bridgeport California, one of the most expensive places to buy fuel in the "lower 48" and where I drive my Giulia.

That works out to 2.13 EUR/liter (edited, used British silly gallon size by accident first try).
Bridgeport is a popular tourist town (Sunday afternoon the town of 500 probably had more visitors than residents) offering scenery, many kinds of outdoor activities, unique geology and gold rush history. Visitors pay those fuel prices, locals plan ahead and drive to Nevada. Gasoline is somewhat less expensive.

 

[danardi]

Here 2,13€/l is a good price after Ukrainan war started

 

[lockem]

Here 2,13€/l is a good price after Ukrainan war started

But a few years ago there was a factor of 2-3 difference between European and California fuel cost. Although some say production expenses have increased, the oil companies posting large increases in quarterly profits says otherwise. I suspect that the situation is different in Italy.

 

[danardi]

But a few years ago there was a factor of 2-3 difference between European and California fuel cost. Although some say production expenses have increased, the oil companies posting large increases in quarterly profits says otherwise. I suspect that the situation is different in Italy.

Higher raw material price and taxation

 

[ShamAsil]

I was in US 10 years ago :’(
Really impressed
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The Bean! I like Chicago a lot, it's a fun city; back when I was still in the Midwest my family and I used to go there every year for vacation. If you ever want to come back, come check out Boston too!

 

[Chipshot]

I’m happy to have International participation. Not sure how everyone found this forum or how inviting it appears to non-English speakers. Facebook groups seem to attract broader membership.

 

[danardi]

I’m happy to have International participation. Not sure how everyone found this forum or how inviting it appears to non-English speakers. Facebook groups seem to attract broader membership.

Simply a google search abaut "Alfa Romeo GIulia Forum"

 

[C.Q4]

There are other Alfa forums which are more European focused. The main issues would be a lack of Diesel conversations and less likely to create a local Italian community for meets/events.

 

[Alfissimo]

Siena is 30km from me. I’ in the center of triangle Siena-Florence-Arezzo

Ahh yes, I know it. Welcome. Ciao!

 

[MDriver]

allora sei nel cuore di Chianti!🍷

 

[danardi]

allora sei nel cuore di Chianti!🍷

ESATTO!
🍷🍷🍷

 

[danardi]

There are other Alfa forums which are more European focused. The main issues would be a lack of Diesel conversations and less likely to create a local Italian community for meets/events.

Don't warry.. I'll continue to read without interferences on US discussions

 

[Chipshot]

Don't warry.. I'll continue to read without interferences on US discussions

There is no reason for you to hesitate to participate.

 

[AlanV6]

Hello neighbour, i am from Slovenia and have visited Italy many times, from alfa museo storico to Rimini, Lago di Garda, Padova, Mantova, Bologna, Savona and Sicilia 😍
Bella Italia, i love it and alfa romeo too

 

[C.Q4]

Don't warry.. I'll continue to read without interferences on US discussions

Sorry, that was not what I meant. I was listing reasons why you might not see other Italians on here. You are 100% welcome to stay and chat with us all. We discuss Alfa Romeo global decisions often.

 

[kevininsimi]

From my last trip to Florence. My favorite place. Carabinieri has great choice in police car. Do they have quads too?

 

[cario]

Dear @danardi,
You are so lucky. If you need some of the original parts. You can find at corner of the street but I need to wait minimum one month. Welcome and greetings from Turkey

 

[danardi]

Dear @danardi,
You are so lucky. If you need some of the original parts. You can find at corner of the street but I need to wait minimum one month. Welcome and greetings from Turkey

I know, it’s still a lack of a small brand as Alfa

 

[MDriver]

From my last trip to Florence. My favorite place. Carabinieri has great choice in police car. Do they have quads too?

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yes they do...and Lambos