Fiat Punto (Mk2) – occasion video & advice

Posted on 28-08-2014 at 16:00 by CasperH – 51 Comments”

In 1999, introduced the Fiat Punto (generation 188). We rode the Mk2 and give you an overview of what you should pay attention to.

The Punto was in 2003, freshened up, something which was prompted by new rules in the field of voetgangersveiligheid. The models after the facelift were recognizable by the higher nose and larger headlights, but also the round logo, that was re-introduced to the 100-year anniversary of Fiat to celebrate.

The best performance was the 131 bhp 1.8 HGT, that in 8 seconds to the hundred-cracked. The electrical and variable power steering got in the more luxurious designs a City button which makes the steering ultra light made for tight maneuvers in the city.

In 2005, the Grande Punto on the market, but Fiat remained the second-generation to 2010 sell under the name Punto Classic. The Punto Classic is still built and sold in Serbia as the Zastava 10.

Offer used cars

• On AutoScout24 are approximately 580 Fiat Punto 188 to purchase.
• 97% of the supply is gasoline, 3% is diesel.
• Approximately 94% transmission and 6% is automatic.
• Over 35% is air-conditioned.
• Grey blue and black were the most popular colors.
• Prices start from 1000 euro and up to 5500 euro for the grandest Punto Classics.

Pros

• Send fun.
• Spacious and pleasant interior.
• Not expensive in maintenance.

Issues

• The Punto scored poorly in virtually every major betrouwbaarheidsonderzoek. There is going to be once piece, but be comforted with the thought that the repairs are comparatively quite cheap.
• If the wrong spark plugs can be used in the ECU (ignition) cures.
• Rust on the body is not common but check just to be sure, the rear wheel arches and around the windscreen and the roof. Look for the security under the spare wheel in the trunk or there is no rusting occurs.
• The ondercarter (oliepan) rust, even under the car look, after a brisk test drive or not “sweat” because he is in need of replacement. Replacement will cost around €200 euros at a specialist workshop.
• The very first Punto’s with air conditioning (to July 2000) had a misplaced fuel line against the a / c compressor to could, so there was a risk of fire. So Check well or the car for a recall for this problem have been back to the dealer.
• At the 1.2 engines and the 1.3 MultiJet are the head gaskets prone to leaks. So Check whether you have leaks see around the cylinder head and check if there is any mayonnaise-like gunk under the oil-fill lid. Check always the level of the koelvloeistofreservoir.
• Check the power steering. If it needs to be replaced, this can be just €800 costs.
• The distribution set should in time be replaced. Fortunately, this is cheaper than most cars, taking about 300 euro for the parts + fitting.
• Keep in mind that things like ABS and airbags are still not standard on cars like this. Do you value this kind of security systems then you should take this into account during your search for the right Punto.

The parking brake is not of the most robust kind. Pull the parking brake and try to drive away, it should not if the parking brake lead is in good condition.

Watch the video below that we made, the complete offer you can find here!

Gallery: Fiat Punto mk2

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