Fiat Marea Weekend 2.0 HLX 5d (AC) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Amazing value, tempted to not tell anyone about it.
Costs
Bit thirsty, but no more than the performance would merit. Servicing not the cheapest - make sure the cam belt's been done as it costs about £800 due to engine out.
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On the road
Driving
Nippy, manoeuvrable, slightly light feel
Performance
Excellent, goes like stink, great acceleration, hard to believe it's a cheap estate.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems but worth keeping on top of servicing with this high revving, powerful engine.
Image
OK, it's not a Ferrari but you can get the kid's bike in the back of this.
Comfort
OK, slightly cramped cabin for passengers.
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Security and Service
Security
Central Locking, alarm etc.
Service
Fine but undertaken by an independent.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Make sure cam belt changed as very expensive.
Other
Slight problems with sticking latch on rear hatch.
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