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In their own words

I have always loved the Fiat 500 for it’s cute retro styling like the Mini, so was my top choice when I decided to upgrade to a small runabout. The S trim makes the car even more desirable due to its sporty looks!

It’s a nippy car to drive which copes with whatever you need it for. Very easy to drive & park in town, once up to speed copes very well on the motorway and can squeeze 4 people in no problem for short journeys. Running costs are great, £30 road tax along with cheap insurance as well as great fuel economy.

Overall I recommend the Fiat 500 if you are looking for a small car full of character that’s cheap to run and will get you from A to B comfortably. It’s more practical than many think, is definitely one of those most refined small cars I’ve driven and I found is more comfortable than a Mini which does mean isn’t as fun to drive, but overall it’s a car that will always put a smile on your face each day. I know plenty of satisfied Fiat 500 owners who agree!

How reliable do you find the car?

Since I purchased the car I paid to get the cam belt, alternator belt & water pump all changed for my reassurance. Apart from that it’s only had new front brake discs as well as pads, and recently passed its MOT with one advisory.

Does the car do everything you expected it to do?

Very cheap to run and easy to drive, but also very refined for a city car.

  • How they rated it

  • Reliability: 5 out of 5 5.0
  • Meets Expectations: 5 out of 5 5.0
  • Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5.0
  • Mitchel Plumb recommends this car

About their car

  • Fuel type Petrol
  • When purchased October 2021
  • Condition when bought Used
  • Current Mileage 49,000 miles
  • Average MPG 50 mpg