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Used 2012 FIAT 500 Convertible Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

Great value but some issues

Kristina Colpitts, 03/13/2015
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful

I love the retro look and feel, the interior is gorgeous but there are a few issues with my 3 yr old 50,000KM 500C. I bought it 3 years old and a few days ago I've started to hear some creaking noises on the passenger side and back, sounds almost like the plastic on the doors is not put together tightly... I can't figure out what it is exactly but it's SUPER annoying.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Why me!!!

nalder620, 04/15/2015
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
39 of 41 people found this review helpful

700 characters...not enough. Since day one, this car has been the most unreliable piece of poop I have ever owned. Fiat Canada has washed their hands of me, but i have decided to make all know, DO NOT BUY A FIAT!!! New transmission, new suspension, new clutch bearings, new PCM computer, rattling all over, paint peeling, lights burning out all over the place, 35 trips to the dealer and problems that they can not even fix after 8 tries!!! My car sounds like it want to start, but does not catch, have to do everything from the beginning and will start on the second shot! Thank goodness I bought a 5 year bumper to bumper warranty!!! I feel bad for those that only had a 3 year warranty :(.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Amazing

popei, 03/31/2012
2012 FIAT 500 C Pop 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful

6 weeks in and 3000K miles. If your looking for a fuel efficient, fun to drive, great looking car at a bargin price, this car is it. I bought the 5 speed manual. I average 40 mpg(combined) and I use regular gas. Don't waste your money on premium. No issues. Car feels like a much more expensive car, all around. The car has plenty of pickup and flys on the highway. The convertible is very quiet. The fiat is quieter than a 2005 Honda s2000 that I bought new. Looking at the car you would never think it will fit 4 people, but it does. Brakes are great as is the handling. If you buy it, you won't be disappointed. I can't get enough of driving this car.

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1 out of 5 stars

THE WORSE VEHICLE I HAVE EVER OWNED!

Clarisse Barcelos, 11/16/2015
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful

I have owned this vehicle since April of 2012, and since the first week I bought it, I've had nothing but problems with it. From the rear brake lights going out, to damage tires, bad tire/wheel bearings after short time of ownership, convertible top replaced twice, electrical issues, trunk issues (not opening - 4 times since 2012), soft top roof leak, etc.

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4 out of 5 stars

CUSTOMER SERVICE IS PATHETIC

lamorty, 03/05/2012
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful

I also have had "issues" with my Fiat. Some are being rectified others...my loss. Will need to wait for 6-8 weeks for a part r/t the strut. Concerned with an event.. "slipping into drive" while idling. Not explanable nor able to recreate. Now I am concerned with safety Poor customer service including refusal to give reasoning in writing, an e-mail address and also to give me the persons last name that denied minor repair. Response: "I contacted Fiat Canada via phone and therefore my response was to be via phone". Requested an appeal and denied...told she was the final say and was speaking for FIAT. All I can say is buyer beware!!! Well with FIAT CANADA anyway!

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