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15 Cars From the 80s That Tried to Be Luxury Icons — and Missed the Mark

11. Alfa Romeo Milano (75)

11. Alfa Romeo Milano (75)
A sleek Alfa Romeo Milano sedan showcasing its retro-inspired interior with a driver-focused dashboard and digital displays. | Image from commons.wikimedia.org (Creative Commons Licensed)

Introduced in 1985, the Alfa Romeo Milano, known as the 75 in Europe, was a compact executive car that aimed to blend Italian performance with luxury appeal. Despite its sharp handling and distinctive design, the Milano faced challenges in the luxury market. Its quirky ergonomics, such as unconventional control placements, and unpredictable reliability issues, including electrical failures and rust, deterred potential buyers. Compared to competitors like the BMW 5 Series, the Milano fell short in comfort and sophistication, leading to limited success in the luxury segment. (Source: Classic & Sports Car)

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