2000 Fiat Punto ELX review from UK and Ireland

The indicator stalk has never worked efficiently, from purchase. We've taken it in once for repair, but it pretty much came back in the same condition. It won't stay indicating for a right turn, apparently it's a design fault.

We had to replace the brake disc's after 12000 miles which I feel is strange as we drive very reasonably and never work the brakes hard.

We've had to replace the clutch at 23000 miles. Again, we do not work the clutch hard, we don't 'ride' it. Fortunately our extended 3 year warranty paid for it.

After about a year the car developed a number of irritating rattles and squeaks.

The 'city' button has been superb and really makes parking the car or driving in confined spaces a cinch.

The Punto is comfortable and we have enjoyed the interior.

We bought the 3 dr hatchback and it has been wonderful whenever we've needed to transport stuff. It's really easy and quick to remove the parcel shelf and flatten the back seats etc. Great space for a small car.

It has a big car feel on the road and drives very comfortably on long distances.

Great economy.

Our greatest fear after having to replace the brakes and clutch is that the Fiat parts are going to start disintegrating at pace, which is a real worry for after warranty expiry.