Fiat Coupe (1995 - 2000) 20V Turbo 2d (1998/S) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Says I lead with heart and not head. Too easy to get swept up in the "modifications" mentality.

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

They all love it - but none of them have a quick car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No - simply too much hassle and way too fragile. Has spent more time in garage than any car I have ever owned.

What are you likely to buy next?

Civic Type R

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,000

When did you buy the car?

April 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Yes - I believed the hype. Relatively cheap for a 155mph car - but you usually get what you pay for, and this was no exception.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Quick enough, decent handling, plenty of torque steer too. Eats front tyres/brakes/pads. Long journeys seriously uncomfortable, ride is pretty harsh. Best on a sunny day around some country lanes, but not much else.

What's it like to park?

Same as any other car. Getting out of the car once parked is the problem - very long doors = lots of parking dings.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No - amazingly - but that was due to very expensive prevention, not cure.

What's most practical about your car?

Absolutely nothing practical about this car.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

None.