Follow Your Dreams - Life Lessons and an Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

[@23gps]

The best experiences in life are, or can be ruinous. You only get one shot at it; as you say "Enjoy Life".

[@WazzaG076]

I first saw my first Alfa whilst watching racing at Warwick Farm Circuit in Sydney a works GTAM imported by the sole Sydney dealer Alec Mildred. I had just got my license in 1965 and it was love at first sight. So fast from such a small engine and the engine note. A mate bought a 1.6 Berlina from his sister’s boyfriend who was restoring it when he bought a Dino - unbelievable. My first time I had a drive meant that when he couldn’t afford the servicing and offered it to me in 1975 I jumped at it. I had owned a couple of Mini Cooper Ss and hillclimbed and lap dashed one when they were considered really fast so an Alfa was a whole new world. But after having it resprayed having been assured the rust had all been cut out rust appeared. I spotted an Alfetta 1.7 in dealer’s yard and traded up. It was a delight and I owned it in 1981 when I met my wife to be. My mother died suddenly and in 1985 I used some of my inheritance to buy a new Giulietta 2.0 as the Alfetta had a spot of rust and no air conditioning and we had a baby on the way. I picked our new daughter in a brand new Alfa and thanks to a terrific mechanic kept it for 24 years. My wife learned to drive in it, despite no power steering or ABS and the gearbox in the rear as part of the transaxle. But Ill health and our daughter learning to drive in an automatic we sadly had to put the Giulietta up for sale and it’s no more. I considered a Giulia Veloce and even spoke to my old Mechanic who was very supportive but was diagnosed with serious Prostate cancer and am recovering from the radiation therapy. Not able to drive so your video brought me such joy and hope, thank you from an aged previous Alfa owner of 34 odd continuous years ownership.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

That’s really very sweet of you to comment. I only do this to spread a little joy and help. I really hope that your recovery goes well. I lost my own father to the very same. Take care. Ed

[@gcosmos960]

I fully agree with your points! Celebrating our differences, have a career that fulfills us, a car that drives amazing, a partner that fulfils our life. I am 43 and I still go against the norm. Hopefully I will be soon buying my Stelvio QV :-)

[@lucaceccato8029]

Awesome video. Have 2022 QV and it is a reliable dream. 🇨🇦

[@qba4455]

I drive Alfa Romeo 159 1750tbi TI 😎 Last week, some lady at Lidil's carpark looked at her and said "As gorgeous as any Ferrari", she's not wrong. I approve your daily choice. Congratulations.

[@geoff_greenQV]

Yes this is my “you’re a long time dead” car! You can take much pleasure in knowing that those with whom you share this ride also have a huge smile on their dial! Love your work Ed

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Many thanks Geoff. Ed

[@trekkian]

Looking back at the diffuser of the Giulia QV as you walk away from it - you're filled with pride that you followed your heart to pick it over the C63 or M3. Especially if this is the last great pure petrol powered RWD Alfa..

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Only time will tell but it was designed with the pure passion of Alfa and Ferrari. A unicorn hybrid. I think it will go down as one of the all time greats. E

[@reneschluter3725]

What a great life lesson... I'm with you all the way! Your video showed up in my notifications as I'm seriously considering selling my "regular" Giulia Ti for a young second hand Quadrifoglio and have been watching numerous videos on this beauty. I test drove a Q in Misano Blue a few days ago and the experience was just absolutely great and everything I hoped for... She's a calm beauty when cruising in town but when you rev it up to enter the motorway... Oh man... Then the beast comes out and I get a smile from ear to ear. As you said in your video: this car can be a daily driver... I personally see no compromises. Your video just convinced me to just go ahead and do the swap. As you said - and I'll remember this one for the rest of my life - life is not a rehearsal. I really loved your video man... Thanks!

[@albroumand]

I have exactly same spec as yours except the carbon fiber seats. Feel exactly the same way😊

[@greggdavies5827]

And me! ... that's 3 individuals then! Best not be in the same room together! 😂

[@geoff_greenQV]

And and me! . . .so that now makes 4 . . . & we’re all individual!🤣

[@AlfaGrale]

Jekyll & Hyde…!!! yeap. That’s my first response when someone asks me how’s the Quadrifoglio to live with. Great video 👍 indeed the Giulia is a unique car and will be remembered as one of the last really good ones when everything on the roads will be electric

[@JuanFlorezRacing]

Glad to see we are alike! We both have QV's and i am currently working on my PPL!

[@IQV_P]

Short video full of life substance! And what a car! Best out there!

[@Food_n_Driver365]

Great message. Follow your dreams 💯

[@devlinracing3553]

A very good video with a lot of life lessons in it (and a terrific car too). I remember in my school ‘careers’ class (think I was 16) the teacher asked us what our ‘goals’ were. I couldn’t think of an answer….I didn’t even like football 😂 I honestly had no idea what he was talking about. Long story short I left at 17 and I’ve done alright for myself. I have a Maserati Quattroporte and a H2 supercharged Kawasaki plus a Suzuki Hayabusa turbo for when I want the fun of doing bigger speeds. As you say life is not a rehearsal, you might as well enjoy the journey on the way through 👍

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Thanks for the comment. It’s great to see others grasping life and living it to the max. Ed

[@brianl7025]

Brilliant, same kind of path as me with school and careers etc, told the same stuff, decided to make our own way against the accepted norm. Now we both command the ‘Big Iron’ around the globe. Great car, great road, well done. Will be in HKG over the next few days if you are in the neighbourhood ha.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Glad to know it wasn’t just me! Currently in Vegas Brian. TURRE. Maybe we’ll get a beer together at some point. Ed

[@stuarthardiment5413]

Another great video, totally agree, plenty of Audi, Mercedes, BMW & Porches in the car club but only one Alfa so far.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Totally agree. As they say you’ve only got one opportunity to enjoy life. The QV expresses that desire more than any other car I’ve owned. Multiple Porsches, BMWs and Audis. Although I loved my Audi S2 Quattro and BMW 840 CSi Sport ‘back in the day’. 😉

[@edombre4637]

This is a great video. I feel the same way. Love my 2020 Quadrifoglio.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Thank you. It’s time we celebrated being different. Ed

[@vasekp7305]

Is it reliable? I am considering buying 22-23 model and I’m not sure.. I heard that most of bugs were fix since 2020 models

[@edombre4637]

@ very reliable especially 2020 onward

[@vasekp7305]

@@edombre4637 good to hear.. I loved this car since it came out… but heard bad stories.. I was even considering F80 m3… but something inside want the Alfa

[@edombre4637]

@@vasekp7305 let me tell you, I bought a band new 2023 BMW M2 - yes it was fast, and build quality was very good, but it was BORING and detached to drive, and mine was even manual, not to mention ugly. I sold it after 3 months ownership and then got my Quadrifoglio. Couldn’t be happier. The Quad is so much fun to drive, looks stunning, I get compliments from strangers all the time and have had no reliability issues whatsoever, and I drive it like I stole it (just keep up with maintenance, use the correct engine oil, warm it up well before you flog it). The Giulia is alive, it has personality, it talks to you. YOLO!! you only live once.

[@grahamadamson4722]

What a wonderful and enlightening video. Thank you. You're slowly leading me down the road to Alfa Romeo ownership Ed.......

[@Back_Road_Hero]

You know you can do it! You just need a little encouragement. 😁

[@wallacem41atgmail]

@@Back_Road_Hero I'm currently a U.S.A. owner of a 2018 Giulia Ti Sport Q2 Performance Package (mechanical LSD and adaptive suspension). At age 83, this will be my final Alfa Romeo. I've been driving them since 1969 and they most definitely WILL "ruin" one for anything else!

[@Back_Road_Hero]

I totally understand. We all need a little passion. E

[@primobathroomsltd]

I was waiting for your video, if anyone was going to keep me searching for a qv it’s only going to be you 👍🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

[@Back_Road_Hero]

I’m not that active here but I’ve a few videos ‘in edit’. Thanks for the encouragement. Ed

[@primobathroomsltd]

@ look forward to them mate 👌🏼

[@geoff_greenQV]

I blame Ed completely for my purchase of a QV 5 months ago here in Oz.

[@primobathroomsltd]

@@geoff_greenQV I am still struggling to find mine,

[@MB-zt9eo]

Agree 100🍀 ❤

[@darts6139]

I bought a giulia q.v. last month and now that it’s starting to get colder I notice on cold starts. It has a ticking noise that will eventually go away with some driving. I’m bringing the car in to the dealer under warranty to have them look at it, but that’s not for a few days. Is this a normal noise?

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Worth getting it checked out. There are some noisy cars out there if they’ve been sat for a while but as long as it clears then I shows that there’s no serious damage. However long term wear might raise it’s ugly head… Ed

[@darts6139]

@ sweet thanks for you input. I do daily drive the car but it’s only about 10 miles a day. It does it on some start ups and then some are fine but definitely gonna get it checked out. I do love this car and appreciate all the videos you put out, I got a 2022 giulia in verde montreal. Best color choice

[@robholland1937]

I’ve always chosen my own path, been different and never driven a boring car 😊

[@charlesberman958]

Great video - sums up my feelings about QV ownership perfectly 👍

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Thanks for watching! Ed

[@chrissheridan-j3j]

I like your style.

[@alwynlee8287]

Thank you so much for this inspiring video! It really helps to keep me going on my ongoing positive struggles to succeed in the goaIs that I believe in and most of them are against the grain. 😅

[@Back_Road_Hero]

I’d never really intended it to be a ‘life lesson’ video but I guess it is. I’ve never taken no for an answer. Press on with your dreams. At the end of the day at least you can say that you never gave up. Ed

[@NoleNation]

I’ve had my ‘24 QV now for 6 months and have only seen 2 others on the road….rare indeed. I’m across the pond in the U.S. I’m surprised it doesn’t draw more attention. My F80 M3 turned heads but this car doesn’t. Interesting.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

I love it for that very reason. If you know, you know. A real wolf in sheep’s clothing. Ed

[@rewantasubba5180]

Another video that talks abour car. What a gorgeous machine, dances like a ballerina.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Glad you liked it! Ed

[@celticmist8790]

What steering wheel cover did you get?

[@Back_Road_Hero]

It’s just a cheap silicone one off Amazon. Protects it against the disclok security wheel cover. Ed

[@nick6895]

My second Quad people thought I was crazy buying my first one comments like…oh that’s a beautiful car what is it ?An Alfa ,oh good luck it’ll be in the workshop more than on the road 😂 Well if they were that bad why would I have bought a second my biggest criticism is they’re dealer network apart from that let sheep be sheep👍🏻

[@Back_Road_Hero]

Yes. Dealer network globally isn’t great. Apart from that I’m so glad you’re enjoying yours. Some just can’t take the leap of faith. Ed

[@ryboxer]

Alfa-Romeo drivers are often individuals.

[@Back_Road_Hero]

We all have different motives and ‘comfort’ levels. Those that take the plunge are surely to be rewarded. E

[@fuhrerpolizei86]

"It's not a rehearsal.." Damn, that pretty much sums it up for me!!! Completely identified with what u said. I just cannot stand being in with a crowd, or any crowd. Had mine ordered in May and was just told over the weekend delivery is likely to be on 20th Nov. Can't wait to put down 520cv on Singapore roads, even most have asked me, "isn't that too much to be useable here?"

[@Back_Road_Hero]

The thing is that ALL of the horsepower is accessible. It shouldn’t be, but it is. Rarely does the traction control cut in. Obviously in the wet, but in the dry it’s all there. Restricted in modes outside of RACE mode in the first two gears but you’d never really notice. Ed