Fiat Punto Hatchback 1999

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap to buy, but thank God for warranties.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No major bills as yet. I am taking out extended warranty, though.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No complaints.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb economy and performance for a 1.2.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Pretty disastrous.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The best looking small car in my view, but do not let this cloud your judgement.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent for a small car.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Who takes notice of alarms anyway?

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    While I have had problems, they have been promptly dealt with.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket failed at 16,000 miles. Fixed under dealer warranty.

    Other

    Exhaust silencer blowing at 18 months.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No