Was discussing this topic earlier with a colleague; he's a big Japanese Domestic (JDM) car owner. The conversation made me reflect on my own decision to invest in an Alfa and got me curious to see how others on here would answer the same question.
For me:
1 - there was definitely some level of desiring exclusivity (of the many cars out here, you don't see many Giulias)
2 - aesthetics (i.e., performance matters, that's next, but I mean...she's beautiful)
3 - feeling so close to the road with the steering/performance, and lastly...
4 - F1. Somewhat silly but true; I know Alfa is more of a brand contact than actual powertrain, team ownership, etc...but it was a nice to have that branding on a national competitive spotlight again, especially considering their extensive history in racing (even if sadly it seems that will come to an end with Audi's possible purchase of Sauber)
What has surprised me? Nothing on the negative; quite literally all has been positive; biggest one being that I am never disappointed on a drive...it's always fun and a thrill. Wife finally drove it and now all of a sudden her Jeep "...just isn't doing it for [her]" and she's using the Giulia for errands.
What led to you having one and what has suprised you?
For me:
1 - there was definitely some level of desiring exclusivity (of the many cars out here, you don't see many Giulias)
2 - aesthetics (i.e., performance matters, that's next, but I mean...she's beautiful)
3 - feeling so close to the road with the steering/performance, and lastly...
4 - F1. Somewhat silly but true; I know Alfa is more of a brand contact than actual powertrain, team ownership, etc...but it was a nice to have that branding on a national competitive spotlight again, especially considering their extensive history in racing (even if sadly it seems that will come to an end with Audi's possible purchase of Sauber)
What has surprised me? Nothing on the negative; quite literally all has been positive; biggest one being that I am never disappointed on a drive...it's always fun and a thrill. Wife finally drove it and now all of a sudden her Jeep "...just isn't doing it for [her]" and she's using the Giulia for errands.
What led to you having one and what has suprised you?