Fiat Stilo Hatchback (2002 - 2007) 1.4 16V Active 5d (2004/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I don't know what car I shouldn't buy so I got this !!!

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

Slow, sluggish but the brakes are fantastic.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. I bought a newer model that the clutch master cylinder failed (luckily repaired under warranty)

What are you likely to buy next?

I bought a Vauxhall Astra to replace both cars!!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,499

When did you buy the car?

February 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

I thought so. Seemed a car with a lot of toys. It was a 51 reg BTW, not a 53 (this was only one I could select!!)

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I wanted a cheap runabout to get me to work and back.

What was the dealer like?

Helpful, he was a friend who worked in the dealers (doesn't work there now though!!). Their servicing department was diabolical. Phoned me to tell me the car was fixed and it wasn't (spent 2 and half hours waiting on my days holiday!!)

What's it like to drive?

Not bad but a bit under powered and I hate the steering wheel. The air bag keeps getting in the way when turning corners.

What's it like to park?

Alright, no problems.

Have you had any problems with the car?

The steering didn't lock, the faulty bulb light appeared every so often and the suspension creaked.

What's most practical about your car?

Cheap to buy

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Instant MPG and computer