2000 Fiat Marea JTD ELX Weekend review from UK and Ireland
"Sensible Diesel estate car. Does it's job"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear door handle stuck solid and could not open. Not good on an estate car which is used. The part cost about 30 pounds and a spring had seized inside.
Then the drivers door handle snapped on the front part This was a big job to replace as most of the inner door had to come off. Aparently both are known faults by fiat.
The centre console between the drivers seats compartment doesn't shut. The plastic piece snapped and keeps on springing up.
General comments?
Damn nice comfy ride and a big enough boot to move most items.
The diesel engine can move when it wants and it handle's pretty well for an estate.
Have towed a caravan and a trailer tent with no problems what-so-ever.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 37000 miles |
| Previous car | Renault 19 |
| Date of Entry | 10th March, 2004 |