Fiat Stilo Hatchback (2002 - 2007) 1.6 16V Active 5d (AC) (2003/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That I couldn't afford a Golf.

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

Thought it looked like a people carrier/old woman's car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definitely not. Unreliable and just not worth the hassle. I will never buy a Fiat ever again!!!!

What are you likely to buy next?

Bought a Peugeot 407 after the Stilo and I wish I'd done it earlier. Only get a Stilo if you want to be disappointed.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Deal was okay

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Liked the Fiat Bravo/Brava and went the the new version - WISH I HADN'T!!

What was the dealer like?

Okay.

What's it like to drive?

When not in the garage, it was a good car around the city, but a pain to drive any great distance. The pedals feel like they are in the wrong place, so that on a long motorway drive I would get pains in your ankles, the only car I've ever experienced this with.

What's it like to park?

Really easy to park, light steering combined with good visability made it a doddle.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Where do I start?!! Had the car for 2 years, sold it in January. The car went into the garage a total of 14 times in 2 years, totalling 8 weeks of repairs, ranging from blown head gasket, to leaking raditor to dodgy electrics. The ash tray wouldn't stay shut and the boot wouldn't close with the parcel shelf on. Absolute nightmare!!!

What's most practical about your car?

Mmm.....the steering was okay.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

I liked the 'city' button for making the steering ridiculously light, but that's about it.