Fiat Panda (2004 - 2011) 1.2 Eleganza 5d (2009/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Practical and easy driver, calm and relaxed with a laisser faire attitude.

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

Good reactions, although they wonder why I don't want a sports car now I'm retired (as if!).

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, although I would like a slightly smaller car (council garage, rather limited space), but it is easy to manoevre and looks good too. The colour is a sparkling deep bright blue.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Fiat with a fast engine, air conditioning and good load space. As long as it isn't silver!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£460,000

When did you buy the car?

August 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

It was a reasonable deal, but the car was all the money, no bargain, just a good solid car for the price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I've had a Fiat Cinquecento and a Fiat Seicento and liked both.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful, explained everything, obviously doing his best to sell me the car and he left me alone to think while he tried to get a better deal from his 'manager', The usual spiel.

What's it like to drive?

Brilliant, very nippy and has a short turning circle. The wheel turns on one finger and the car follows immediately, very positive.

What's it like to park?

A doddle, it is easy and I can see all around. The mirrors are electronic and I can move them from inside the car to see better where I am backing up.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No, it has performed perfectly so far.

What's most practical about your car?

The space and the seats fold down in the back if I want to carry a larger load than will fit in the boot (which is quite large).

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Climate control! The car also came with a towbar and roofrack and Aglaze coating inside and out.