Fiat Punto Hatchback (1999 - 2003) 1.2 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I've just passed my test (even though I've been driving eight years)
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My girlfriend hates driving it
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. Not enjoyed owning it at all
What are you likely to buy next?
Mazda MX-5
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,500
When did you buy the car?
October 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Paid the going rate
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed something soon
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not at all quick. Typical front wheel drive understeer in corners
What's it like to park?
Piece of cake. Has a City button to make the steering feather light should you want to use it
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Engine management light keeps going on and off. Wiper detached from the linkage - £150 for a new wiper assembly. Go to scrappies for parts
What's most practical about your car?
5 doors
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
It's got electric windows. That's about all that could be described as a 'gadget'