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Used Alfa Romeo 155 Timing Chain

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Choosing the right used Alfa Romeo 155 timing chain

Used timing chains vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:

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Fitment questions

Does the Alfa Romeo 155 actually have a timing chain, or does it use a timing belt?

It depends entirely on the engine. The 155 was offered with several engines across its production run (1992–1997), and some use a timing belt (cambelt) rather than a timing chain — notably many of the Twin Spark petrol units and the 1.8 and 2.0 variants use a belt, not a chain. The 2.5 V6 Busso engine, however, does use timing chains. If you are unsure which you have, check your engine code on your V5 or via a VIN check before searching for either part.

My 155 has the 2.5 V6 — does it have a timing chain and will a chain from an earlier or later 155 V6 fit mine?

Yes, the 2.5 V6 Busso engine in the 155 uses timing chains rather than a belt, so you are looking at the right part. The 155 ran from 1992 to 1997 with a facelift around 1995, and while the V6 engine carried through the production run, whether chains from pre-facelift and post-facelift cars interchange without issue is something you should confirm with the breaker against your exact engine code and registration. The engine code is the single most useful detail to give the breaker, as it tells them far more than the model year alone.

Does the trim level affect which timing chain fits my Alfa Romeo 155?

No — trim level has no bearing on timing chain fitment whatsoever. The 155 was offered in grades including base, Super, Cloverleaf, and Q4, but the chain is determined entirely by the engine fitted, not by what badge or specification level the car carries. Give the breaker your engine code and they will be able to match the correct part regardless of trim.

Will a timing chain from a 155 Q4 fit a standard 155 2.5 V6?

The Q4 used the same 2.5 V6 Busso engine as the rear-drive V6 variants, so on paper the internal engine components including the timing chain should correspond — however the Q4 also featured four-wheel drive and some ancillary differences, so confirm directly with the breaker against both engine codes to be certain nothing has changed. Trim and drivetrain layout do not alter the chain itself, but it is always worth the breaker cross-referencing your registration before dispatch.

I have a 155 1.8 Twin Spark — can I buy a used timing chain for it?

The 1.8 Twin Spark fitted to the 155 uses a timing belt rather than a timing chain, so a timing chain is not the part you need. What you are most likely looking for is a cambelt (timing belt) kit, which is a separate and very different component. Check your engine code on your V5 and search for a timing belt instead, or ask the breaker to confirm exactly which drive system your engine uses.

Does the year of the 155 matter when sourcing a timing chain for the V6?

Year gives a useful starting point — the 155 was produced from 1992 to 1997, with the facelift arriving around 1995 — but the engine code is far more reliable than the model year for identifying the correct chain. Cars built either side of the 1995 facelift could share the same V6 engine specification, but you should always quote your engine code to the breaker rather than relying on the year alone to guarantee the right part.