Fiat Panda (2004 - 2011) 1.1 Active 5d (2004/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I hope it speaks well of me to other vehicles.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Don't know, don't care.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definitely. I'd probably by a late model 2003-11 1.2 with the 69 bhp engine.

What are you likely to buy next?

I've thought about a Ford Fiesta, Honda Jazz, Toyota IQ and the Fiat 500 as well. I park on street and spaces are limited, so a small car is great for parking.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,000

When did you buy the car?

November 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. Two grand for an unmarked five year old car with less than 40,000 miles on the clock.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

It was cheap.

What was the dealer like?

Very good. Straight and honest. Tonge Bridge Trade in Bolton.

What's it like to drive?

Surprisingly refined and responsive at lower speeds. Just about holds its own at motorway speeds, but geared too high to be a relaxed cruiser. Great in the city and busy A / B roads.

What's it like to park?

The easiest of any of the dozen or so cars I've owned in 30 years of driving. It will fit in spaces ordinary B/C sector cars have to pass up.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing.

What's most practical about your car?

Small, easy to park, economical.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The fact that it doesn't have a load of gadgets, options and accessories to go wrong.