Fiat Marea 1.6 SX 4d (2000/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Fantastic VFM, I bought this one with 20,000 on the clock for £4000!
Costs
Average fuel consumption.
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On the road
Driving
A superb drive, great grip.
Performance
I rate the Fiat 1600 lump: good torque, excellent acceleration!
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Living with it
Reliability
Very reliable, apart from a dodgy matrix feed pipe, causing leaks inside the car!
Image
I think it looks cool.
Comfort
Seats are fine, the aircon is great in climate change Britain.
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Security and Service
Security
OK, comes with an immobiliser.
Service
Don't bother with main dealers, build up a good relationship with a friendly, honest local repairer.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Internal trim a bit flimsy and poor build, leaky heater matrix feed pipes caused internal flooding!
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