Fiat Punto Hatchback 60 SX 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good second-hand, but bought this one before new prices dropped and I failed to negotiate for a deal. Also paid for optional extras.
Costs
Don't seem to be too high.
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On the road
Driving
Poor handling around corners. Cruising better than stop-go traffic around town.
Performance
Very lacklustre to accelerate and on hills, but comfortable at speed on flat.
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Living with it
Reliability
Poor. Has let us down frequently, especially brakes and clutch.
Image
Looks stylish. Not too dated. Dashboard layout good (apart from radio) and instrument panel very clear and well laid out.
Comfort
Seats too firm, but adjustable steering column and driver seat height help. Rear seats not too reassuring. Legroom just okay.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser. No standard alarm.
Service
Point of sale service dreadful. After-sale not too bad.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No serious problems.
Other
Brakes were an ongoing problem.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No