Fiat Bravo (2007 - 2014) 1.4 T-Jet Active 5d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I like to be a bit different from the crowd.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love the looks - Maserati like from the front especially. Different from the 'everyday'!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes!! No doubts. Good to drive, power when wanted & a flexible car all around.
What are you likely to buy next?
One with a bigger boot! (The only real failing on the Bravo - what a difference a few inches would make!!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
Good deal all round, trade-in against my old car was fair & total cost to change met my target sum.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Best value for money & suited my needs.
What was the dealer like?
Very poor, my worst experience in 40 years! A complaint to the Franchise Director resolved the problems encountered by me to my complete satisfaction ultimately.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great, ok the steering is light, but it corners well & the ride is just right. Turbo comes in smoothly, but 'floor it' & a firm kick in the back results! Endless 'puff' from a free-revving engine (typical Fiat)! Good 6 speed gearbox if a little notchy.
What's it like to park?
Ok except for the rear 3/4 blind spots. Be careful & use those big door mirrors to avoid any mishaps, better still, get a model with parking assist!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing to date.
What's most practical about your car?
1 - Logical dash & instrument layout. 2 - Load carrying, almost turns into a van with the rear seats down!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
1 - Cruise control, operates from 20mph up & definitely improves overall mpg. 2 - Cornering lights 3 - Climate control.
