1995 Fiat Tempra S & SX review from Malaysia
"Recommended investment solely for Italian car lovers"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I own two Fiat Tempras respectively the S (analogue) & SX (digital) version.
The more reliable one has been the SX despite the fact I am an preventive maintenance owner. I love and enjoy my Fiats & would not hesitate for a newer Fiat ONLY if the local support was more reliable & precise in service.
Spare parts are eractically priced.
Fiat Italy should also continuously ensure that models exported to the far east should be totally climatized for local conditions. Right now, I seek experienced mechanics to do the job.
General comments?
Recommended to all drivers though not a fast car, but a very comfortable and safe car.
Shape is now beginning to look dated especially the front lights, but the side view remains beautiful.
For general knowledge, my father has owned Fiat cars since the late sixties from 1100 D, 124 ST, two 131s (1982 & 1983) followed by myself two Fiat Tempras (1995).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 92000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 5th March, 2001 |