1998 Fiat Marea ELX review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap, good value for money if nothing is wrong"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Power Steering is leaking.
General comments?
Very comfortable, and very good engine for the price I paid.
Highly reliable till I came to the MOT. I knew there was a small leak, but the whole rack needs replacing. Also the trip button & temperature reading button both only work when they feel like it; and the ventilation button was put on upside down;... but you don't get that with every car lol!!
Unlucky? I have since looked at 2 other Mareas for sale and both also had Power Steering leaks. BE WARNED!!
Shame to see her go as very nice to drive, but as they have low resale the replacement rack makes it uneconomic to repair.
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| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 73000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 9th April, 2008 |