Fiat Coupe 20V Turbo 2d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent value for the looks, performance and ability to carry 4 people in comfort.
Costs
Servicing - cheap. Running - dual personality: heavy use of boot causes <28mpg, otherwise high 30s, even 40s possible.
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On the road
Driving
Handles and holds really well. Remember no traction control, so careful with throttle in the wet. Poor turning circle and poor rear visibility make it diabolical for parking in Central London without kerbing tyres.
Performance
Superb and it sounds like a little Ferrari when you howl it through the gears.
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Living with it
Reliability
Alternator packed up and after using turbo, I always took care to leave engine running 10s before switch off.
Image
A very striking looking car, even now. Wish I still had it - my kids loved it! Although not understated, it looked like a car rather than a Countach.
Comfort
The leather seats and air con made it comfortable for 4 average adults in summer.
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Security and Service
Security
Fantastic. I left it all over London and never had any trouble.
Service
A London dealer was very poor and slap dash. Harlow dealer friendly and helpful; for such a car it deserved a better service image.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None - I was always careful with servicing.
Other
Beautiful car. Deserved better service and back-up approach: contrasted heavily with BMW.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No