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5-STARS for the 500
bill_s_in_az, 05/18/2012
2012 FIAT 500 C Pop 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
2.5 months 2300 miles 40.7mpg on 87Octane Had to adjust the headlights downward, but that was the only issue. Rado/CD/USB media/Bluetooth all work great! ECO Drive download to PC to monitor efficiency is nice if you want to save the universe. Key fob remote range is very short :( 5M trans very easy to use even in stop light traffic. Cold AC! My F-150 (17.5mpg) sits while I cruise all over town. I used to consume 2 gallons a day, so now I'll save enough to break even at initial cost, current driving distance, and gas prices-- all in about 16 years, but it will be so much fun!!!
Sporty little car with a big personality!
Brad Johnson, 05/31/2016
updated 06/05/2020
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I was in the market to buy a car for my son, a high school senior who will be college-bound next year and in need of good, reliable, safe wheels under him. The Fiat 500c seemed the perfect fit, literally - my son is 6' 5" and he slipped right in to the driver's seat with ease. There was plenty of head and leg room, once the tilt wheel and seat were adjusted. This car handles extremely well and is very tight on turns. What surprised me was the amount of interior space - the outside appearance is deceiving, as once you get inside, it is a well distributed area for 4 people. Equally so is the trunk space, which provides a deep, larger-than-expected compartment for all kinds of storage. Even better is the feature of the split rear seat, which folds down and allows for larger items to fit from the folded down seat to the trunk space. Very smooth ride - takes those bumps in the road really well which reflects a good suspension system. Plus, it's a convertible !! What's better than that? Although I have firmly told my son that he is not to put the top down and stand up while driving, with his feet on the wheel....! Also comes with some nice options like a 7-speaker Bose sound system, fog lights, hands-free Blue-tooth phone system, heated seats and special chrome trim that comes with the "Lounge" (high end) model. It is a great little car that is super on gas and a blast to drive - my son loves it. Life is too short, and for a car in this price range, loosen up and go grab some fun. You won't be sorry!
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loved my FIAt...for first 5 months...hated Chrysler/Bob Baker Carlsbad :(
chiariello, 04/04/2013
2012 FIAT 500 C Pop 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
41 of 50 people found this review helpful
bought brand new car, only 3K miles, sometimes it would start, sometimes it wouldn't...not a good feature in a car! at first dealer suggested I was doing something wrong, but after having it towed 3 X, they finally realized I wasn't making this up. It was there for 2 months, I asked them finally for replacement (lemon law, which my car, which was sadly the case) so they dragged their feet for another month, plus charged me for mileage on the poor car they sold me. It was extortion, but after 3 months I paid it just to get a car....I don't think the service dept was at fault, they simply couldn't figure out what's wrong, but the dealer didn't help us at all, and Chrysler was even worse.
It Popped!
Gi, 09/08/2016
2012 FIAT 500 C Pop 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Fun car to own and drive. It a crowd pleaser with loads of people smiling when I drive by. Enjoyed it very much. I almost forgot to put in gas.
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Silly, Crazy FUN!! I am sooo in love!
flygrl, 12/19/2012
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Are you kidding me? I love this car so much. I keep my cars for years...I had an 82 Rabbit Convertible for 17yrs and a 99 Beetle for 14yrs. I obviously love fun cars. The minute i test drove this car I was hooked. I only drive manual transmissions, so I am only speaking about manual Fiat 500c. I feel like I am in a Fellini movie, everytime I get behind the wheel. People keep talking to me at every stop light. If you don't like lots of attention...don't purchase one. It is a cute little race car. There is a button for SPORT mode...this gives you an option for RPMS. I am a flight attendant, so I don't drive too much. When i do drive I want something that makes me smile. This is a GEM!
Love my Fiat 500 C Pop
Anthony, 01/30/2018
updated 01/31/2020
2012 FIAT 500 C Pop 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have owned several Fiats through the years and i can honestly say, they are misunderstood. I have had a 1974 124 Sport, which was fun as could be to drive. I owned a 1980 Fiat 2000 Spider convertible ( also known as a 124). That was a blast to drive. I went through a midlife crisis and got another 1981 Fiat Spider convertible, this will always put a smile on your face, something about the top down and the wind in your hair and face. Forward to the 2012 Fiat 500C Pop, what a great design to put a cloth retractable top inside the roof pillars, much safer and way cooler. The car rides and feels like a big car, it is very solid and sure footed. I am 6 foot 1 and have plenty of room and I find the front seating extremely roomy and comfortable. I always sit in the back whenever i purchase a vehicle to see how much headroom and legroom my less fortunate passengers will have. While i am an empty nester, i tend to flop the rear seats down and create a nice little cargo hauling area that is very practical for hauling my two dogs around or for groceries. I bought my car used with 20,000 miles on it in 2014, i have since put 60,000 miles with regular oil changes and tire rotations. i have changed my own spark plugs twice, which is fairly simple, as is changing the air filter and cabin filter. I purchased an aftermarket warranty, but I have never needed to use it. There was a recall on a manual clutch spring replacement, where they also have to replace the brake sensor, but that was covered under the recall. I am sad that the cars do not hold their resale value, but I believe that the 500 C model was done correctly. I know there have been alot of complaints with the 500 L 4 door, but that is a different engine and model altogether. I love my 500C Pop convertible manual transmission. If you dont know about manual transmissions, they are the best kept secret. They are a lot more fun to drive. You are more involved with the driving experience and that is what you are doing driving! therefore one tends to pay more attention. I spoke with a used car salesman recently and he stated that he specifically bought a manual transmission vehicle for his daughter.... Because she would not be able to text and drive! She was initially upset.. but she thanked him later for this. Something to think about. I have had my Fiat up to 101 MPH and it rides the same at all speeds, 50-70 is the perfect speed for this vehicle, I cant stress enough , the big car feel. This is something American cars are getting better at, but I honestly do not know if I will ever buy American. I have owned several German cars and brands and there is nothing quite like their feel for the road, however reliablity and parts and pricing is a different story. I have owned Japanese and Korean and found them to be the most reliable. To make a long story short, on a beautiful day with the top down and a nice day trip planned with you and that special someone, I highly reccomend that you take the route less traveled in the vehicle (Fiat 500C Pop, Manual) less driven. You will not be disappointed. Just do your homework and check the car fax maintenance records. Good solid car, great gas mileage, unlimited smiles and Italian sexy.
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Endearing, comfortable, reliable yet quirky
Ed the Fiat Owner, 09/05/2017
updated 09/08/2020
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This purchase was for fun, a cheeky weekend companion with a full-length cloth sunroof. Yet after 8+ years, my 500c is incredibly convenient when hunting for a parking spot hunt or for an urban commute. Heated leather seats are still firm and comfortable, its good sound system and Sport driving mode make it more playful. Top open, it makes me smile every time. The multiple positions for the top allows me to decide how much nature comes in. Exterior sounds are quite muted when the insulated top is closed, and it's remained secure and waterproof. The trunk opening is narrow, but reasonably sized for groceries or gym bags. The engine still growls in an agricultural way, but it scoots along. Fog lights are helpful, and the A/C is effective, though the compressor needed to be replaced and the fan speed seems to be less forceful. Gas mileage depends on driving style, and top-down visibility is poor, since backup cameras didn't show up until a few years later. Switchgear puts style over ergonomics, but I love the use of color and materials. The plastic door panels feel cheap and show scuff marks. My only issues in eight years besides the A/C compressor: some light bulb replacements, a new battery and tires, 2 resets of the top mechanism (fixed using the description in the manual), a squeaky seat frame, and a low front end that scrapes on some speed bumps. Overall, fewer trips to the dealer than my Honda and Toyota! It still looks good and runs well.
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Great car with a lot of small issues
Joshua McDonald, 12/18/2015
updated 06/29/2017
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful
Would be a great car if the interior quality was a little better, if you get the convertible then be aware that the light color headliner suffers from discoloration in the rear and that Fiat and the dealers will not correct the issue, instead blaming it on dust that gets on the interior. You will be going to the shop for small things and they will add up over time.
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So Far so good
carlonz, 02/08/2014
2012 FIAT 500 C Pop 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought a 2012 pop c in February 2013 for my wife. She thought it was a great looking car and we were trading a Mini Cooper. We only have 3000 miles on it so it's hard to say it has been a great car. We have had to have the headliner replaced already - really, the headliner... Anyway, my wife still likes the car. It gets good gas mileage although she doesn't drive it often. Interior parts are cheap plastic but we haven't had anything break yet. Service department is OK to deal with, BUT my one major complaint so far is that FIAT doesn't offer courtesy cars to drive if they have to keep your car which is different from any other manufacturer I have ever dealt with.
Dangerous
Maria, 08/27/2015
2012 FIAT 500 C Lounge 2dr Convertible (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 18 people found this review helpful
This car has left me standed in the middle of intersections and is super dangerous. Fiat finally agreed to pay me but for the past 4 months has not returned my calls. I also noticed that all negative posts have vanished.
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