Fiat Panda 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    £300 for a 1994 automatic, with FSH and 47,000 miles.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Tyres £12 each. Timing belt £40 (inc all costs). Group 1 insurance.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nippy little car. Decent ride and handling. The Italian Mini.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Won't set the world on fire, but engine pulls well and cruises at 80mph.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    So basic that nothing can go wrong (doesn't even have a ciggy lighter).

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Slight italian chic. A decent colour helps (dark blue or grey).

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good ride, good space and legroom (I am 6 foot 6).

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    If you're going to get a Panda, get a cheap alarm.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap servicing and helpful dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    The rear wiper can only be bought from main dealer (£15).

    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