1989 Fiat Regata 70 review from Spain
"A comfortable and economical performance compact"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
First changes were at 200.000 km:
Clutch.
Radiator.
Suspension.
Top gasket leaking & changed at 220.000 km.
Electronic ignition blew, left me stranded on the motorway at 270.000 km.
General comments?
General interior (seats, lining etc) is not at all worn out, it maintains perfectly.
This car is like an armoured tank, very strong. I fell asleep on the motorway doing 110kph - only minor damage to the car, continued driving without stopping slamming against the middle cement separation.
Even if the engine is 1.3 the performance is like a 1.5, excellent in acceleration and recuperation.
This car was very unstable in fast curves, but with the new suspension (Monroe sensatrac) and wider tires I added (before 155/55, now 170/60) the car is glued to the pavement.
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| Great all rounder! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 180000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 275000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 7th April, 2001 |