Fiat Punto Hatchback Sporting 16V 3d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A whole lot of car for the money!
Costs
Reasonable, but if you drive it like an idiot then it quickly develops a thirst for petrol.
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On the road
Driving
Suspension quite firm, but get some decent tyres fitted for a better ride. Would be better with ABS fitted.
Performance
Very powerful engine for a 1.2. Nippy, but not fast.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems if it's properly serviced.
Image
Fairly rare car. Looks good if sparkling clean!
Comfort
Seats are a bit firm and not for long journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
Terrible. Don't even think about buying one without a Thatcham Cat 1 alarm fitted.
Service
Get the car serviced by an independant specialist. Fiat servicing isn't worth a penny and should be avoided like the plague.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Very good engine.
Other
Electric window motors are both on their last legs.
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