1999 Fiat Seicento Sporting review from UK and Ireland
"Great when it is all working"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had endless problems with the power steering.
The car has had three new steering columns and the problem remains. The power steering only works intermittently.
All have been replaced under warranty, but clearly the problem has not been resolved. I am told that it is something to do with the torque sensor.
My local dealership has now closed and I will have to travel much further to get this sorted out.
The dealership also had incomplete records so that each visit meant a total re-telling of the problem.
General comments?
It looks great.
You can fit a child's buggy AND some shopping in the boot.
It runs forever on a tank of petrol.
When the power steering works it is a joy to park in tight spaces.
It looks great parked next to the usual dull cars in the car park at work.
You can find it easily in the supermarket because it's bright yellow.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.1 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 16000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Nova |
| Date of Entry | 31st January, 2003 |