Fiat Panda (2004 - 2011) 1.2 Dynamic ECO 5d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I am a cheapscate and n older lady incapable of driving well.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. It is of flimsy and unfinished quality.
What are you likely to buy next?
Citroen C1 or Peugot 107.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£6,520
When did you buy the car?
June 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. Government scrappage.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Test drive was nice and car was affordable with Government £2000 trade in. Economical and cheap to insure and run.
What was the dealer like?
Friendly helpful not pushy polite.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very smooth and easy to drive, the City mode makes it simple to park. Good acceleration and easily goes over the speed limit! Does need to be changed down gear quite quickly going up hills. Good turning lock.
What's it like to park?
Easy as light with good lock. Espcially easy when in City mode.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only a few squeals and rattles developed, very annoying. MPG got low with no apparent reason. not due to driving standards.
What's most practical about your car?
Size so easy or parking.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
City mode option.