New Member of the Family... Fiat 500
New Member of the Family... Fiat 500
Well It came in Friday... we picked it up Saturday... washed it Sunday.
Quick specs:
Fiat 500 Sport
Blue with brown interior
5-Speed
Bose
And yes it's a blast. Enjoy!
(photos taken before wash/detail)
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Quick specs:
Fiat 500 Sport
Blue with brown interior
5-Speed
Bose
And yes it's a blast. Enjoy!
(photos taken before wash/detail)
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Last edited by 04Fire; 07-26-2011 at 08:54 PM.
Re: New Member of the Family... Fiat 500
A review is in order once I get the chance to drive it a bit more as it's moms new commuter car (her last one was a 2007 honda accord with 115,000 that will sit around as a back up car). I will tell you the sport mode definitely crisps it up a bit, the brakes are strong, surprisingly quiet, comfortable and the sound system is great.
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Re: New Member of the Family... Fiat 500
If my original owner 1993 SSGT (134k & still gets 33-36 mpg) ever bites the dust, the new Fiat 500 is my choice for a replacement. And yes, my SSGT is also a blast to drive!!
Then
Now
Recaro Seats!
1.3L DOHC 4-Cyl
Then
Now
Recaro Seats!
1.3L DOHC 4-Cyl
Last edited by dedwards0323; 07-28-2011 at 03:13 PM.
Re: New Member of the Family... Fiat 500
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Note the insulation wrap around the battery. Not much engine bay room in these little cars. Glad to see they insulated the battery. Battery life can be extended considerably by sheltering it from engine bay heat. I used to get 6-7 years from a battery in my turbo XR4Ti's with the battery insulated. Without it, 4 years tops!!
By the way, GREAT looking car!!!
Note the insulation wrap around the battery. Not much engine bay room in these little cars. Glad to see they insulated the battery. Battery life can be extended considerably by sheltering it from engine bay heat. I used to get 6-7 years from a battery in my turbo XR4Ti's with the battery insulated. Without it, 4 years tops!!
By the way, GREAT looking car!!!
Re: New Member of the Family... Fiat 500
Originally Posted by dedwards0323
If my original owner 1993 SSGT (134k & still gets 33-36 mpg) ever bites the dust, the new Fiat 500 is my choice for a replacement. And yes, my SSGT is also a blast to drive!!
I'm liking the 500 more and more. I just got done with a 14hr detail/clear bra install/photo shoot and it looks fantastic and feels great to drive... very taught yet nimble.
Originally Posted by patpur
You should bring it out to Burtonsville Sunday.
Pat
Pat
I'll try for this Sunday.
Last edited by 04Fire; 08-02-2011 at 08:53 AM.
Re: New Member of the Family... Fiat 500
I was finally able to go out and take some photos with my lady...
In comparison the Honda Accord this replaced weighed in at 3,300+ lbs.
It's at 6,000 miles now and zero problems (other than the dealer... what's new as Chrysler's in charge of service). Steering is just awesome... crisp, responsive, just feels right. It takes a bit to get up to speed but once there cruises just fine. Rides real smooth and pretty stable for such a short wheel base.
All and all a real nice and solid commuter car.
Photos by: Home | Kristin Partridge
In comparison the Honda Accord this replaced weighed in at 3,300+ lbs.
It's at 6,000 miles now and zero problems (other than the dealer... what's new as Chrysler's in charge of service). Steering is just awesome... crisp, responsive, just feels right. It takes a bit to get up to speed but once there cruises just fine. Rides real smooth and pretty stable for such a short wheel base.
All and all a real nice and solid commuter car.
Photos by: Home | Kristin Partridge