Fiat Panda (1983 - 1995) 1000 CL 3d (1990/G) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Never thought about it.

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

Cheeky.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes if they were still readily available. Simple, inexpensive, accessible motoring that still manages to bring a smile to your face.

What are you likely to buy next?

No need of a car at the moment. Have owned a new model Fiat Panda and would buy one again.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£475

When did you buy the car?

July 1999

Did you get a good deal and why?

Seemed a good deal. Was within budget and compared favourably to other cars under 500 pounds.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Purchase price, insurance cost (first car), ease of maintenance, something a bit different than the obligatory Ford Fiesta.

What was the dealer like?

Private sale.

What's it like to drive?

Fun. Most at home in town. Could have done with a fifth gear for motorway driving.

What's it like to park?

As easy as it gets. Square bodied small car with the front and back easily visible.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Needed a new front wiper motor and water pump in the five years I owned it. Plus a bit of bodywork attention. Other than that just service items. The engine did give up eventually but it was no history car with unknown mileage and my car sympathy wasn't always the best at the time.

What's most practical about your car?

The almost complete lack of technology and gadgets. Was able to do almost all work on the car myself. Simple and fun motoring.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Factory-supplied screwdriver stored in the engine bay. Amazing how much work you could do on the car with this and a couple of spanners.