Fiat Panda (2004 - 2011) 1.2 Dynamic 5d (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It doesn't speak, I think that this must be an optional extra, but if it did speak, it would say that I value reliability and economy above image.

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

Don't know or care.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Absolutely, this level of reliability and economy should be embraced. Why try to mend what isn't broken?

What are you likely to buy next?

When this gets old, possibly another or its Fiat replacement.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,750

When did you buy the car?

April 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

As said, one owner and 7k and less than 3 years old for £3750.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Main Hyundai dealer was eager to get rid of it for space, as such a very good price was agreed. One owner, 7k FMDSH all for £3750.

What was the dealer like?

Keen to get rid for the space it would free up, really low price agreed, which on hindsight could have been lower.

What's it like to drive?

A dream, the gearbox is the smoothest I've ever driven, the engine is responsive and the 8 valve is faster off the mark than any of the 16 valve competition. Tyres are too thin for wet conditions, lots of wheelspin and wayward cornering.

What's it like to park?

Very easy, small footprint and dual-mode PAS make it just about the easiest car to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Owned for 6 years and other than the usual wear and tear bits, reliability has been bomb-proof.

What's most practical about your car?

5 door body, easy to park.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Dual mode PAS is good, but the steering is very light anyway. Fuel economy is unbelievable.