1989 Fiat Tempra DGT review from UK and Ireland
"High performance - bad investment"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front shock absorber broke (really broke).
4 fuel pumps broke.
Lots of water leakage to the driver compartment - and therefore electric shortcuts.
AC unit (inside the dashboard) rotten.
Head gasket blow at 160000km.
Head was renewed 3 times.
2 electric locks not functioning.
Suspension system had to be totally renewed.
Gear handle carrier broke twice.
Digiplex sensors were replaced twice - very expensive, and disables the car.
General comments?
Very good road grip.
Excellent suspension system.
Very comfortable driving position.
Lots of power for an 1.6 liter engine (from those years).
Excellent steering system.
A ratio of 3:1 for driving / repair time.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 80000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 165000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volkswagen golf |
| Date of Entry | 26th February, 2001 |