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Love the retro Pop!
linfletch, 01/10/2014
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
29 of 29 people found this review helpful
After 2 months of ownership, I can tell you great things about my blue green Pop. It's retro styling is so fun--it makes me smile every time I see it. I love the manual transmission; it is fun to drive and very fuel efficient. I average 36.5 mpg combined, and reached 44mpg using premium gas on a highway only trip. I am still evaluating using premium gas in town, but performance is definitely worth it for a highway trip. The seats are comfortable, and I love all the manual climate control. The bluetooth works well from both front seats. The standard audio system is really good and versatile. There is good headroom without a sunroof for taller drivers.
A Very Happy Experience
mefitzpat, 11/09/2013
updated 05/09/2016
2013 FIAT 500 Sport 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I have now had the Fiat for 30 months. I still love the car. I have had no problems with it, and the dealership where I bought it gives great service. The only complaint that I have is that with the stock tires, that it does not do well in deep snow. This is only a problem on my street which is not plowed. If Fiat sold the awd 500x with the six speed in the US, I would buy one. After having had my Fiat 500 for two months, I feel that I know the car well, and can comment on it. This car replaced a turbo diesel car, so needing fast acceleration was not a requirement. The first week of ownership, I put mine and my wife's road bikes on the back and took off on a thousand mile drive to participate in a week long bike ride in Northern Idaho. We had to cross the continental divide, and drive over many types of roads. This car has extremely comfortable seats, and except for the extreme climbs, has enough power. We averaged 35 mpg, for the trip. Since then, it is averaging 35-39 mpg with mostly city driving. We have had no problems, great a/c, and no rattles. Love this CAR
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Michael Gagliano, 03/14/2015
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2013 with 7k miles and an automatic transmission and use it as our "fun" car for my daily work commute. We've got 4 kids and our other car is a minivan so this Fiat is a much needed injection of small car sprightliness and tossable fun. Great commuter car. I am amazed at how much "bigger on the inside" (for the Dr Who fans) it feels compared to how it looks from outside. Perhaps it's the tallness of the cabin but the front 2 seats are plenty big for adults, comfortable and well supported. Plus I just like that it's small. I've owned an SUV and it always felt like I was carrying around a bunch of extra space back there. Not so with this.
C'mon it's lot's of fun
thunderbird59, 05/15/2013
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I am an old dude 53, I have a Light seafoam green with ivory interior 2013 500 pop 5 speed with a sunroof , alum wheels, and beats stereo , on top of all the other goodies that just come standard on this car . It rocks , fun , fast , stable, quiet , I've owned one of just about everything over the years from Pintos to Porsches , literally. This is hands down one of my favorites. My only complaint is that the turbo doesn't come in ANY color I want! after 11,000 miles in just under 3 months not a single problem , rattle , or squeak . Maybe I bite the bullet and go for an Orange Turbo at the end of the year, anything but silver or grey . I'm sick of seeing silver cars .
2013 Fiat Sport Manual Black on Black w/Leather Seats
packers14, 03/23/2015
2013 FIAT 500 Sport 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
We purchased this little beauty new on 12/29/13, so we have owned it now for 15 months. The wife is 5'2" and I am 5'11". We both fit comfortably whether driving or riding. The wife is the primary driver and loves everything about this car, the look (with the chrome appearance package) the acceleration (with the manual), the ride comfort (with the leather seating), the upright seating position for a great all around view, and the wonderful handling. The Sport model is the Fiat 500 to get. The Sport model offers much better handling than the Pop model, but does not diminish ride comfort, especially when the leather seating upgrade is included. Also, huge difference with "stick" vs "auto".
Ask the man who has owned all three...
sruczko, 03/01/2013
2013 FIAT 500 Sport 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I never thought I'd be writing this review, but I am. I traded my 2012 Pop (which I loved) for a 2013 Abarth, figuring more is always better. In my case, this turned out not to be true. The Abarth is a very cool car, but in real world daily driving it was just too much for this old guy. The heavy controls, harsh ride (on the optional 17 inch wheels), and painful seats did me in and I traded it for a 2013 Sport after a brief ownership experience. The Sport works better as a real world daily driver and has more than enough upgrades to justify picking it over a Pop. I'm very pleased with my decision.
Fun, Fuel Efficient and safe
Mike S, 08/03/2017
updated 03/11/2019
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
UPDATE: I've become a little less pleased with this car, at 67000 on the clock, an oil leak has developed, half of the instrument panel lights don't work and the odometer blinks And I don't have a clue what that's supposed to mean. The driver side seatbelt doesn't retract anymore and the hatch handle cover fell off. I knew it was a Fiat, but I expected they would have fixed their reputation on their 2nd attempt to make it in the USA. When my wife's' Hyundai blew up after a timing belt failure. We looked around at several sub compact cars that that she could drive confidently. When we tried the Fiat, we walked away from the dealer because the salesman tried to sell us one with a sunroof and I did not fit at all due to the decreased headroom. We later tried a standard pop and I fit perfect. The little Fiat was available in Green which was the wife's most important feature . Safety was mine. It has traction control, 5 airbags, anti lock brakes and great safety ratings. We were rear ended by a impaired driver on the highway and the traction control saved us from a potentially horrible situation. 6 months later a guy in a mustang ran a red light and smashed into the side..(Southern California Drivers) Both times were minor injuries although I was banged up a bit in the rear end collision. It gets about 30 - 40 MPG with the automatic and is a great value. I would advise anyone NOT TO GET WHEEL COVERS and step up and get aluminum wheels or zip tie those caps to the wheel as they always FALL OFF. irritating....
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Pop
pdspgh, 02/13/2013
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I was going to buy another Mazda, but my local Dealer low balled me on my trade. Went to the local Fiat dealer, I had been wanting to test drive the 500. Got a great deal on a 2012 Pop, wanted a 2012 Sport, ut they didnot have any left. I had the car for little over a month. It is fun to drive, with the 5 speed, I would not get the automatic if you are buying one with base engine. Tha gas mileage is good. I called l and got the complete Owners Manuels for the car. The car is smarter than I am...<G> At the end of this model year I might have to buy the Turbo Model...<G>
2103 Pop 10 day review
grepthis, 04/11/2013
updated 04/26/2016
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Purchased my 2013 10 days ago. I'm impressed and very excited. The value of the Pop for the money cannot be overstated. After researching many used cars and new I was thrilled to pay $15,560 out-the-door for a new car with 4 year warranty, comfortable ride, fun ride, cruise control, power windows, usb, bluetooth... It does great on freeways and curvy roads. The Sport button is especially fun on the curvy roads. Parking and maneuvering is great. Excellent gas mileage - exceeds the 31-40 mpg ratings. The car meets the needs and satisfies the wants. The engine delivers. I pulled the rear headrests and keep the rear seat down and enjoy the open space in the back.
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I love my FIat!
SNewman, 07/28/2015
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I have had my little yellow Fiat since October 2013 and have 37,000 miles on her, having driven across country twice. Everyone is amazed at the amount of stuff the little car can carry! The only problem I have had, head lights sprung a leak and CDs get stuck in the player. I have wanted one since seeing one in Italy 15 years ago. When my Toyota 4 Runner with 200,000 miles decided to die, I bought my Fiat. A very happy Fiat owner.
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Small price, lots of fun/utility/style
RedmondTN, 04/11/2018
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought my Fiat 500 for $8K with 13,000 miles on the odometer and a few months' warranty left. It was my first used car since the mid 90s. A used Fiat 500 can be a great deal. Things I love: this car has great attention to detail in it's design - it has character and little things that delight, like the white instruments, controls, and steering wheel that make it feel unlike any other car available. The 2013 model has my favorite version of the interior because the dash lights are all orange and match; later models went to a different set of instruments that don't match the radio colors. I've put almost 10,000 miles on mine now going back and forth to work, the gym, and running errands - it has the easiest driving manual transmission I've ever owned and the electric power steering is a pleasure around town. I can always wedge it into that parking spot nobody else can use. You can drive it all out and never get into much trouble, and it has plenty of power for the freeway. The iPod integration, Bluetooth, and stereo are excellent and easy to use. On the down side - the seats have short bottoms and are not the most comfortable things, though that may be personal. Due to the short wheelbase, it can have a busy, sometimes nervous ride compared to a larger car. I feel quite content zipping around town with my little Fiat - it makes me smile. Like most of us, it's faults are the mirror image of it's strengths. I get impeccable, attentive service from my dealer (Fiat of Kirkland, WA).
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Truly is more fun to the gallon!
barbinwoods, 09/09/2013
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Traded in a 2010 Prius for my 2013 FIAT Pop four-dr hatchback. Bright Yellow. I loved the Prius but did not care for the Service Dept for Toyota in my area. Happy to not have to return to them. My FIAT has six-gears Automatic transmission. It has a Sport Mode button. I live in a hilly region of AR and appreciate the sports-car feel of my FIAT 500. Attended a FIAT Rally recently with 22 FIAT 500's. Great time on mountainous roads! Staff from Landers in Benton AR made it all the more fun. I highly recommend both the car and the people from Landers.
2014 500 Pop
domino14, 05/20/2014
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have had the 5-speed Fiat 500 for a few weeks now and so far I am happy. My main concern in getting this car was the quality - but getting a warranty with it eased the pain. When driving alone or in a big city: this is the car to have. It has prominent strengths and weaknesses.This car is not meant for offroad, mountain, or utility driving. It dominates normal streets and freeways though with small size, agility, and economy.
READ THIS BEFORE YOU BUY ONE. PLEASE!
Danny M, 08/02/2018
2013 FIAT 500 t Turbo 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bought last year with 4000 miles on it. No it’s not a miss print, a 2013 with 4K on it. 4 days after owning the car it started to make a ticking noise. Brought it back to the dealer, on the way to the dealer a boost hose came apart, I limped it into the dealer ship. 3 days of diag later they say the inputshaft bearing went out on the transmission. So they put a transmission in it and fix the boost leak. 3 months after owning it the a/c stopped working. It’s been back to the dealer 3 times for that and they can’t find out why. 4 month after owning it the driver’s side window starts to rattle when it’s 1/2 way down. Bring it back to the dealer and they said the window track bolts were loose, they repaired that. Then around 12k the engine starts to consume 2 quarts of oil every 2k miles. So we start to do an oil consumption report, which is basically drop the car off and have a tech check the dip stick. Now we’re at 18k and on the last dipstick check the dealership calls and says it needs an engine. So they order me up and engine and now it’s sitting at the dealership. I also found out when checking out the warranty coverage at the last dipstick check, the selling dealership put an engine in it at 3k and never disclosed it at the original sale. At this point I called fiat corporate and started this process. The put me with a case worker. I wanted to turn the car in but apparently fiat does not do buy backs and they wanted to connect me to some one in sales to try to “trade” it in on another product. So at this point my warranty runs out in September of 2019, which I will be trading it in. It’s a very fun car to drive. It’s got snap and hugs the corners very well (after I took the stock parrellies off and put on a set of coopers) which buy the way the tires were shot at 10k. Basically when it’s not at the dealer its fun to drive. Would I buy another fiat product again, hell no! Do your self a favor stay away from fiat.
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Great small car
D g lisenby, 09/19/2016
updated 03/29/2018
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Fun and economical to drive
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Never again
Sarah Bennet, 10/11/2015
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 24 people found this review helpful
Everything is falling apart from the inside out. I have already needed a new clutch, fuel pump, and steering column. Worst car ever. Loved it in the begining....... great on gas and fun to drive. BUT NEVER would i recomend this to ANYONE. Oh yeah i have under 30,000 miles on this. I'm going to feel terible even selling this to someone.
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DO NOT BUY THIS CAR
cathi30, 06/24/2015
updated 06/26/2016
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 21 people found this review helpful
By FAR the worst car I have ever owned. From the day I drove it off the lot it had nothing but problems. Steering column replaced twice because of thump when i turned the car, struts and strut mounts replaced, starter replaced 3 times, both regulators broke on power windows, same headlight burned out at LEAST a dozen times, wheel bearings replaced twice, jounce bumpers replaced twice and never resolved the issue,broken shock, exhaust kept loosening up,never resolved. The final straw was after only having 11k miles on it the tires needed replacing because of all of the issues ruined them and Fiat did nothing to remedy. Traded the car after 20 months w/11k miles and only got $7500. DO NOT BUY
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Needs new engine at 45k miles.
Brendon, 07/18/2019
2013 FIAT 500 Sport 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bad car. Bought it at 20k miles. The cheap interior fell apart. I’ve always maintained it at Fiat dealerships , and this last time I took it in due to a weird sound they notified me I need a new engine for $8,000 after parts and labor. Keep in mind the car has a clean title, no crashes ever, and 45k miles.
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Lotsa! FUN!
bwbroo, 05/23/2013
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a good (great) driving car. A pleasure to drive. I have the basic model and still it has quite abit extra's. I'am a driver and like the fun of driving a solid steering car. This one goes from a regular driving car to a Ferrari when the sports button is engaged/push at the console. Great for curvy roads and parking lots or anytime. On the hwy I leave it regular mode and just cruise. Did I tell you it has cruise control too. Anyway don't push the OMG button unless - are you experienced - (Hendrix) I have the auto transmission and this is great. I'am 60 and this shifts a lot in the sports mode (OMG). There you have it.
Amazing car for the money
grizzinwi, 02/16/2014
2013 FIAT 500 Sport 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 26 people found this review helpful
I'm very pleased the Fiat 500 Sport thus far. Very comfortable for my 6' frame despite its diminutive size along with better ease of ingress/egress than its rivals. Handles well and is surefooted in snow. Fits in parking spots others won't. Feature rich- AM/FM/CD power windows, a/c, heated mirrors, fog lights, cruise, automatic door locks, Bluetooth and alloy wheels are standard. Excellent fit and finish. Current incentives for 2013 models make the 500 a steal. This is one small car that doesn't feel like a penalty box. It brings a smile to my face every time I drive it.
Happy Fiat owner
Leonard Pelly, 05/27/2016
updated 11/28/2017
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Car is a little noisie as far as road noise Other than that it has lots of head room and surprising room to carry things.
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Best car I bought used
Jessica B, 05/31/2021
2013 FIAT 500 Sport 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Let me start by saying I got all my moneys worth out of this car! I bought used at 60,000 miles and still hanging on strong at 155,000. I bought used for $6,000 ( car has a salvage title). It’s only needed two repairs that were under $200. One the shift cable broke, and the other was The alternator. So I’m very happy there. Pros: Easy handling Great in traffic Good gas mileage Cons: No place for spare Inside parts broke easily. ( seat adjuster & arm rest) I can’t consider lack of space a con. It’s a subcompact.... so it’s meant to be small. That being said during test drive the front row was more roomy then I expected from looking at it from the outside. There are two back seats but I wouldn’t consider them big enough to fit two adults. The great part I used it as a two seater , I lowered the backseats and it gave me plenty of trunk space for my equipment. The only reason I’m not giving it 5 stars is lack of spare tire location and the tire size is hard to find. So the three times I had a flat tire my whole day or two days had to be canceled to find a tire and have it replaced. The car was terrific while it lasted but I’m now able to afford a bigger vehicle and ready for something else.
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CUTE CAR, DANGEROUS VEHICLE
G MORENO, 08/12/2016
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
My car has 24,000 2 years old and the stick shift seized up in the middle of driving. Chrysler advised that it only was warrantied for 1 year. Ridiculous!!!! I will never do business with Chrysler again. If you like their vehicles, do your homework and research all recalls for their automobiles. You will think twice before investing in a car that will create a major vehicle repair during the "Warranty".
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dont buy one,junk
Tim Humphries, 11/26/2015
updated 12/08/2016
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 10 people found this review helpful
2013 pop.struts @ 6000,tires replaced @ 6000at my cost (firestone bulges),struts @ 13000,headlights @ 17000,now @ 18000 alt bad,it gos to dealer every other week,got 0% @60 months,its only worth 4000 less than i owe after 3 years,other things have gone wrong,i just didnt list.by far the worst car i have ever owned,the only car ive had that you can feel falling apart .now has 26000,11-8-16 bought new car to replace it with something i can depend on,i had to keep it,none of the dealers want it,one told me"i wouldnt take it if you gave it to me".if this is the best of fiat,fca will go out of business,in us market
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FIAT Brand makes you feel foolish
Joe, 02/02/2016
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 12 people found this review helpful
It will need to be repaired and don't expect a quick repair or a loaner. Once you buy you are are on your own, they are in no hurry to fix leaving you with the responsibility solely for making a bad decision to buy an infamously poor brand. Had electronic steering repaired several times (4) and at one time had to wait for a bolt to come in that wasn't included with the replacement part- 13 days. No offer for a loaner, no apologies- and was told "off-the-record" by one of the Chrysler dealer van drivers to get rid of it before 50K miles. "You don't want that thing after the warranty is out! " They consistently make you feel like a fool for buying/leasing a Fiat by not offering to service quick, comfortably or with a loaner. The theme of the "fool that bought a Fiat" continued to the last day of ownership when I called the local dealer (Ramsey) to return the car. The first question I was asked if it was where I bought/leased the car, I replied "no" I bought at a dealer 40 miles away (since moved). He (later found out he was a Chrysler guy) said that he only accepted "his own" customers. I replied I was a customer particularly since all my service and fixes for frequent repairs was done at his dealership. He hung up on me and I wound up driving 40 miles to return the car. Sad part is that had he not interrupted me by asking where I bought the car I would have asked him when the Alfa Romero Sedan (April?) was coming out as I would have considered holding the Fiat a couple more months until it was available for sale. I happily wound up with a new Lexus IS. Signed- Former Fiat customer. 1982 Fiat Spider 2000 Pininfarina (first Fiat) 2013 Fiat 500T (last Fiat) (RIP) Flushed any remaining loyalty out of my foolish system.
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Love my 2013 Fiat
ddmarre, 05/21/2015
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
When i purchased my Fiat new in 2013 i did not know much about this car but saw it online went to get it...i have the guacamole green and i am so happy with its performance. I have had a Honda, Toyota, Chevy, Mitsubishi, and Saturn...but this is the BEST car i have ever purchased. The turbo button for highway driving is awesome. My Fiat is so quick, i always have cars or trucks! Race me...i win at take off! I only have 14k on my car and i have gone to Vegas and Sedona twice...great on gas!
Turbo Seat Rocket
Charles, 09/15/2020
2013 FIAT 500 t Turbo 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fast and economical
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My Yellow 2013 Fiat A500 lounge auto/six manual
MANUEL GUTIERREZ, 07/17/2023
2013 FIAT 500 Lounge 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought the car about a year ago, and yes it is my contribution to saving the world. An automatic with a six shift manual, I soon realized that the transmission gear styling is quite like a truck, either manual or automatic, fantastic. Everything is where it needs to be, and at best it is a four seater that really is a two-seater. My harshest critic said it is a car for one, well two can fit nicely and if it is children two more in the back. I dropped the back seat a while back to fit some tools, spare towels, pants. It has a/c, sirius satellite, c/d player (yes still buy it), usb port in the glove box, and moon roof. The control panels has everything I need. Yes, the pick up is not as fast, but I am not racing. The real deal is highway driving mode, it really holds at 120km for long periods, and the gas, this is BC Canada, goes through a tank in about 480 clicks but refuel at 440 at a 40 ltr/tank. And like a co-worker said, it is Shell in the tank. Some say the sound of the engine is nice, and others like the easy u-turns and parking. It really whips on lane changing, especially great going over the Alex Fraser Bridge. All in all, a great second hand car buy, try 2013 you'll like it.
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Great liitle car
wowvh, 01/16/2024
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had my Fiat 500 Pop for several years now. Bought it with 45,000 km and now passing 175,000 km and still running strong. 4 speed manual gets great gas mileage and is fun to drive.
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I wasted my money
Harry, 11/29/2017
2013 FIAT 500 t Turbo 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
5 of 16 people found this review helpful
I bought a new 2013 turbo Fiat with a manual transmission for $21,000. I drove it for 16,000 miles and the shape of the clutch pedal, ruined my left foot. I wanted to sell it but nobody was interested in owning a stick. I ended up selling it back to the dealer I bought it from for just $6100 dollars. While I owned it. I was annoyed with the horn blow when you lock the doors. I wasn't happy that this car did not have a door lock switch in the car. The seat seemed to be on a slant. When I sat straight up I noticed that I wasn't centered with the back rest and The seat wasn't center with the steering wheel. The designers most of seen these problems. Often, I had trouble getting third gear too. Make sure you really look a car over before you buy. I know I will be.
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Disappointed
2013 Fiat Owner, 04/27/2016
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 70 people found this review helpful
I'm so disappointed in my 2013 Fiat 500 POP. We have enjoyed the car for three-years. In the last few months, we noticed a ticking noise on the right side when the car is in motion so we bring it to Fiat of Manhattan for a check-up. I'm told the entire bottom of the car, including all the rims, are bent - as if the car bottomed-out - resulting in a repair cost of ~$3K. I live in NYC, purchased the car from Fiat of Manhattan. 90 percent of my driving takes place in NYC. I try to avoid potholes when possible - which are everywhere on our NY roads - and I've never hit one that made me say, oops, that broke my car. Now, the Fiat is absolutely horrible when it comes to any bumps. They all feel like you're getting hit by a cement truck. But for a three-year old car that hasn't experienced anything other than driving in NY, I'm astounded that the car wasn't built properly to handle what any other car can. So now we're worried that another three-years from now, we'll be doing this all over again because of a faulty, or cheaply made undercarriage. This makes me sad. I want to love my Fiat, but I'm so angry at the manufactures for marketing a car for city living but not backing it up with the framework of a vehicle that can endure city roads. Boo.
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Great for delivery drivers
stephanncipolla, 02/06/2022
2013 FIAT 500 Pop 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm an uber eats driver around the Chicago area, and this car is PERFECT for the city! I can squeeze into parking spaces, even when people park all crooked and in my spot. Parallel parking is a breeze. The car is also pretty good on gas- 29-31 mpg city/highway. I'd give this a 5/5, but I've had some problems. I got it at ~70,000 miles, and around 76,000 my alternator shut down and so my electrical and transmission systems went wack before I could fix it. I've also had to replace the front headlight twice in the past year, not sure what's going on with that. I took a minor hit to the back in a car wash when my car went in reverse without my knowledge, so the shifting is almost too easy. My hatch was pretty sunken in, so prepare for a good amount of damage for any little hit.
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2013 A500 lounge automatic/manual six speed.
MingMercury, 06/01/2023
2013 FIAT 500 Lounge 2dr Hatchback (1.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I particularly liked the fact that the color was yellow, a smoother line than the older model. It was not a 2013. I like that the car itself has all the bells and whistles in the control consoles. I have always thought of the vehicle as a two person car and this does not disappoint, although you can have a third in the back two seater or two children. The fact that I can switch to manual or stay on automatic is good for extra speed on uphill bridges, and for speeding up. I do recommend that you stay on auto. This model has a moon roof, never really use that and actually like the fact it is not a convertible, and I always thought I was a ragtop man. It has air and airbags, and the body is not plastic, a plus. It was second hand and the blogs say service the brakes promptly. It also uses regular, and Shell is probably great, dealer sales says go with the tiger, and Wesco seems compatible too. Defintely European handling, and the braking system is impressive. I have heard the Abarth is speedy acceleration but the start of this model is quick but, yes acceleration is not there but at 105 kph, it picks up quick and can hold 120 kph for a duration, how long needs to be tested still and I hope for at least two hours if not four. I like the car, not for a city speedster, but for two, easy parking in a city, Greater Vancouver, that parking is getting harder to come by, and turning radius excellent.
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