1997 Fiat Brava SX review from UK and Ireland

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I highly neglected my car. For 3 years I did not service it. No oil change, spark plugs and other very essential services. I changed the battery once, because I did not close the glove compartment door properly and went on holidays for 2 weeks. The battery was completely discharged.

I changed the front brake pads approximately 4 times.

But I recently paid for my negligence: The timing belt snapped. The cost? £940.00 and the mechanic is a friend of mine.

Apart from that it has been an absolute pleasure. I made 2 trips to Portugal during summer seasons and that was around 4000 miles each trip. The car responded beautifully. No complaints, the temp gauge kept well below normal and most of the driving was done at 100 MPH.

At this precise moment only one problem: The computer chip in the radio head unit is gone and a tape cassette is stuck inside. It will probably be cheaper to buy a new unit.

The car is excellent value for money, and if serviced regularly by a competent mechanic, there shouldn't be any problems.