Fiat Tipo (1988 - 1996) 1.9 TD SX 5d (1994/M) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
dependable, wise, oh yes i nearly forgot...poor.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
regard it as a reliable workhorse,has style but in the eye of the beholder.
Would you buy this car again and why?
would like an auto but for reliability would have another diesel.
What are you likely to buy next?
probably nissan micra as best small auto available.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£500
When did you buy the car?
July 1997
Did you get a good deal and why?
good price with m.o.t 1 year included.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
reliability and economy were said to be major points of tipo diesel.
What was the dealer like?
decent old chap,no pressure,said he would not rip me off for £500 QUID ....
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
very smooth, lovely feeling off power especially as turbo kicks in,corners confidently with no drama,s.
What's it like to park?
not a particular problem
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
normal consumables like brakes and routine servicing items have of course been replaced over time,front c.v [ball joints]replaced, £150 each;front shock absorbers, £300 pair plus altenator £140,over four years i do not consider this excessive.
What's most practical about your car?
very roomy,boot very good size and all controls to hand.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
electric sunroof.
