Fiat Punto Hatchback 1999

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I bought 6 months old from dealer, so got over a grand knocked off the price. They don't hold the value though, could probably only sell for £5k now if lucky, and it's only 18 months old.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Dirt cheap to run, dirt cheap to insure, dirt cheap to service, dirt cheap to tax.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Feels close to the road, except for when using city button. Makes you feel out of control.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    In comparison to its competitors, definitely the best. Would leave a Fiesta and Clio for dust due to being 8 or 16 valve on the 1.2. Very nippy, but lags a bit with more than two people in it.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No probelms yet, but engine can sound a bit rattley at times.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For its category, it's got to be one of the best looking around. Very sporty, young looking, especically in three door version. Mine has subwoofer in boot to keep the music turned up high.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Really good lumbar support, helps for my long drives with work. I used to own a 206 and would be aching for days afterwards. Not any more!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Could do with remote central locking and an alarm, but still, haven't had any problems.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Havn't had to use it yet...

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Rattles a bit when starting on a cold morning.

    Other

    Squeaky windscreen wipers.

    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