Fiat Punto Hatchback (1994 - 1999) 60 S 3d (1997/R) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

that i prefer style over reliability, or that you're gullible

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

they dont trust it or want 2 ride in it

Would you buy this car again and why?

absolutely no way!!! I strongly suggest that if you want a punto, spend a bit more and get a Mk2

What are you likely to buy next?

Well i have recently purchased an Audi A4 Avant, which i absolutely adore!!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£700

When did you buy the car?

December 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

the car was quite a good price and it was well looked after

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

cheap, and i knew the person selling it

What was the dealer like?

a good guy, a family aquaintence

What's it like to drive?

quite good 2 drive when everything is working, very nippy, nice gearbox as well

What's it like to park?

easy peasy good visibility and obviously its a small car

Have you had any problems with the car?

pretty much everything. 2 exhausts had 2 b replaced, and they dropped off about 4-5 times. water pump broke caused engine seals 2 burst thus lots of damage, 2 clutches and various gearbox components, front and rear windscreen washers, overheats alot, so quite alot of problems 2 have in 12 months of ownership, i own an Audi A4 avant now so im getting quite accustomed 2 problem free motoring

What's most practical about your car?

i can fit my drum kit in it, so that aint 2 shabby and its got the largest amount of passenger space in its class, beats my mates old corsa

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

none, there werent any