Fiat 500 Hatchback (2008 - 2024) 1.2 Street 3d (2012/62) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Young an sporty.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They all think it looks cool and really sporty.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes but definitely a twin air S or an Abarth.

What are you likely to buy next?

A 500S twin air or Abarth 500.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,400

When did you buy the car?

March 2015

Did you get a good deal and why?

The car had recently been reduced and came with 12 months warranty as well as half a tank of fuel.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted to upgrade from my ageing Punto, saw this and liked the way it looked so I had to have it.

What was the dealer like?

Nice and friendly.

What's it like to drive?

Very easy. the car has light controls and very smooth steering. the ride is a bid fidgety on uneven roads but that might juts be mine with low profile tyres.

What's it like to park?

Light steering and short dimensions make it really easy to park. the B and C pillars are a bit big, but not much of a problem.

Have you had any problems with the car?

A very small clunk that can be heard going over a speedbumps and a small rattle that is barely heard when the radio is on.

What's most practical about your car?

Really easy to park and has a lot of equipment on it, its also surprisingly spacious with plenty of hidden compartments.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Air con, usb input for the stereo, Bluetooth, aux input, half leather seats, steering wheel controls, tinted windows there's too much to mention.