Fiat Punto Hatchback 1.2 3d (2001/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Price just about set right.
Costs
First service £98, second service £185!!
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On the road
Driving
Easy to drive. Steering light, but feels all the bumps.
Performance
This 1.2 8v model is underpowered around town.
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Living with it
Reliability
Has needed two sets of front discs and pads after only 25,000 miles. Also needed two replacement throttle idle units. So much for Fiats improved reliability claims!
Image
Still a smart looking car.
Comfort
Adequate.
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Security and Service
Security
Adequate, but consider upgrading.
Service
Poor communications and long time for replacement parts to arrive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Two throttle housing units failed. Car engine revved dangerously on its own.
Other
Two discs and pads set needed, under warrenty, for a car that has covered only 25,000 miles.
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