159 Range - No Veloce Spec?

Hi all,

Apologies if this has already been debated and I've not noticed, but I was
wondering if there was likely to be a sportier specification available for
the 159? I've driven a couple of 159s, and was really impressed, although I
was surprised that there was no longer a 'Veloce' specification. Any chance
of this or a 'TI' version coming along later? I seem to remember the 156
going around roundabouts better, but the dealer's insisted on coming along
on 159 test drives so I haven't had a chance to throw it around quite as
much...

I'm tempted by a red 2.2 JTS, probably in Lusso trim, unless the range
changes. Anyone have any thoughts about the best version (by which I mean
sensibly priced and not drinking too heavily)? What's the current thinking
on depreciation? I'm planning to leave it a few months to see where the
prices settle to (that and save enough to buy one in the first place, that
is).

Thanks alot,

Mark.

~ MArky MArk ~ wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> Apologies if this has already been debated and I've not noticed, but I was
> wondering if there was likely to be a sportier specification available for
> the 159? I've driven a couple of 159s, and was really impressed, although I
> was surprised that there was no longer a 'Veloce' specification. Any chance
> of this or a 'TI' version coming along later? I seem to remember the 156
> going around roundabouts better, but the dealer's insisted on coming along
> on 159 test drives so I haven't had a chance to throw it around quite as
> much...

My dealer told me there would be a TI later when I asked exactly the
same question. My 156 Veloce felt far more taut then the 159 I test drove.

> I'm tempted by a red 2.2 JTS, probably in Lusso trim, unless the range
> changes. Anyone have any thoughts about the best version (by which I mean
> sensibly priced and not drinking too heavily)? What's the current thinking
> on depreciation? I'm planning to leave it a few months to see where the
> prices settle to (that and save enough to buy one in the first place, that
> is).

The 1.9JTDM will be the one that sells the best and is the best value.
Doesn't do it for me though. I would guess the 200bhp 2.4JTDm will be a
better drive, but I'd prefer the V6 if it is anywhere near as good as
the old V6! Just not for thirst and depreciation of course

Cheers
Tony