1994 Fiat Cinquecento SX review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Noisey tappets (hydraulic and v expensive to replace).
Tyre wear seems to be high.
Failed MOT recently on emissions on fast idle. Local dealership have had the car a week and still can't diagnose the fault.
Changed the MAP sensor and Lambda sensor - £47 and £92 respectively.
Have checked all the electronic side and injector side - are now asking for £350 to de-coke the head.
General comments?
Small car, ideal for around town.
Not so good on long journeys.
OK car as long as you can do the servicing yourself. ie oil, water, plugs.
Keeps the cost down.
Dealer prices way too expensive for such a small car, and if you're unlucky there seems to be a lack of knowledge from the dealerships.
They seeem to employ a trial and error approach replacing parts that might cure the problem, as long as you pay!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| Engine and transmission | 0.9 petrol |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Date of Entry | 17th December, 1999 |