Fiat 500

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent value.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very low.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Tends to 'wallow' a bit on corners, otherwise fun to drive. Italian version of a Mini!

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Wiper motor went at 35,000 miles. Otherwise, good.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Acceptable, but sporting is better.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Basic, but you can't have everything!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor. Have fitted wheellocks and other security stuff.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fuel tank recall carried out efficiently. Do most of my own servicing, though.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Tappets noisy until warm.

    Other

    Handbrake needs regular attention. Tends to sag a little on the driver's side. Fiat dealer said nothing.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes