Fiat Idea (2004 - 2007) 1.4 Dynamic 5d (6) (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Daft for buying a FIAT. Practical. wants something different-have only seen one other so far. Think they sold less than 2000 in UK.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks like a pumped up Panda and they think I'm an old biddy.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No-they have stopped making them.
What are you likely to buy next?
Don't know.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,200
When did you buy the car?
March 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not bad- for ticket price he fitted new cam belt plus water pump plus renewed belts -would have cost £500 + at FIAT dealer.(it actually didn't need them but intend keeping for 30K miles.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Great headroom for a 6 footer plus. Loads of space. Something different. Decent fuel economy.
What was the dealer like?
Good-P and V of Swardston Norwich.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very quiet- I have tried to turn it on twice with engine running!! Easy to drive. Holds motorway speeds. This is not a sports car to be flung around bends.Great airy cabin with lots of places to stash your rubbish.
What's it like to park?
Great-good visibility plus parking sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not so far.
What's most practical about your car?
Great driving position for tall people. Loads of space. Huge tail gate opening for larger loads.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Stereo, the way the seats move,.
