My Italian Horse in Bossa Nova White - Fiat Punto 90HP
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#332
@Raj:
How about doing it once more??
I mean,once more a good,spicy and long 10000 kms driving experience..![[drive]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Drive.gif "Drive [drive]")
It must be at least 300 words long,only then I'll give you 10/10...
How about doing it once more??
I mean,once more a good,spicy and long 10000 kms driving experience..
It must be at least 300 words long,only then I'll give you 10/10...
![[;)]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Wink.gif "Wink [;)]")
Congrats Raj on completing 10,000 kms on your Pintu, Wish you many more miles of Happy & Safe Motoring.![[:)]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Smile.gif "Smile [:)]")
Congrates Raj for first 10,000 Kms, lets hope you keep on smiling for many more 10,000 Kms On your Punto...
Congrats Raj! 10000 clicks on the odo, calls for a celebration
@Sooz_punto - did you get yours??
@Sooz_punto - did you get yours??
congrats raj . nice feature . why do i feel jealous of you owning such good car :P
Congrats Raj! 10000 clicks on the odo, calls for a celebration
@Sooz_punto - did you get yours??
@Sooz_punto - did you get yours??
![[frustration]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Frustration.gif "Frustration [frustration]")
Going to get it on this Saturday.....
Well,I think our Sooz_Punto is also going to give us the same good news,great.
Well,Saturday is also not far dear SOOZ guy.
Rest this single parking light feature is really great.
@Raj and SOOZ:
Can you people once do explain me somewhat about the my car settings(I hope this is the name for personalised settings in Punto and Linea)?
Well,Saturday is also not far dear SOOZ guy.
Rest this single parking light feature is really great.
@Raj and SOOZ:
Can you people once do explain me somewhat about the my car settings(I hope this is the name for personalised settings in Punto and Linea)?
Thread Starter
#338
Congrats Raj! 10000 clicks on the odo, calls for a celebration
you own a much better car buddy... because its an SUV !!!
My Car is basically to change the settings of your car right from illumination to units to clock to basic car settings.
I am too excited for my first car and hence saturday seems a long time to come... and sure I will share the pics and experience with all of you guys..
Raj has already explained about the MY CAR Settings....
Raj has already explained about the MY CAR Settings....
Well,I have somewhere read that we an also put a speed limit in the Linea and Punto.Am I right?
If yes,then where it is?I mean is it also a 'My car setting'?
Also,does this my car setting save the settings for more than a person at a time,I mean like if we have three different drivers,then can the settings be saved for all three of them?
If yes,then where it is?I mean is it also a 'My car setting'?
Also,does this my car setting save the settings for more than a person at a time,I mean like if we have three different drivers,then can the settings be saved for all three of them?
Thread Starter
#341
yes, speed limit warning is in the 'My Car' setting. why is have highlighted the warning in bold is because, if the speed limit is set, the car will still go above the speed limit, but it will give a warning beep & message on the MID.
No, different settings for different drivers are not possible.
No, different settings for different drivers are not possible.
Thread Starter
#342
How do i explain the 10,000 kms or 8 months spent with my Pintu?
I remember the day when I first bought her home...
I remember her first scratch on the front bumper...
I remember the her first accident (rear ended by a verna)...
I remember my first long trip in my Pintu to my friend's farmhouse...
I remember the worst (10.5 kmpl) & the best (23.5 kmpl) fuel consumption her MID displayed...
What do I remember about my Innova? Well... Nothing! The innova is a reliable workhorse, does its duty well without any hiccups or any troubles. But then thats about it. Its a boringly reliable 'car'. Anybody here believes that a car has a soul too? Well, I do and the Innova lacks that. The Punto begs for your attention, your care & forces you to pamper her! I have never bought car care products for my Innova & have spent thousands for the Punto. Even taken her to car spas twice. That just explains everything.
I have never enjoyed revving a diesel before. I have never enjoyed driving in the slow lane before. I have never enjoyed early morning drives with windows down before Pintu came in my life. Heck, I never used to wake up early to go on early morning drives!
Normally, people bombard me with the following questions -
* Why did you buy a FIAT?
- Because it makes excellent cars, something which fuel efficiency or A.S.S. obsessed people would never understand. There is more to a car than that!
* Never seen many Puntos on the road, its a FLOP car...
- I dont buy cars which others like/prefer. I buy cars for myself.
* Are you mad to plonk 7.5 lakhs on a FIAT? How much would you get when you sell it?
- Why should I think about selling the car when buying it? Should I not be enjoying the car rather? And this car is so good that I would never want to sell it, so...
I really like a fellow member's signature - the only people having problems with a FIAT is someone now owning one! It is true. My Pintu has never given me any issues till now. The only area where it has disappointed me is that my Pintu has some small squeaks & rattles, not something I expected in a sturdy car like this.
No offense to anyone, but I am somehow not comfortable with cars like the Marutis & Hyundais. They are too lightly built & fragile for my comfort. The Punto feels like a tank in comparison and it is... right from the bumpers to the body panels, everything is built heavy & tough.
People who have sat in my car have always appreciated the looks, the comfort, the ride & the features. Its only after you sit in a Punto, you feel how value for money it is. But if you are someone who looks at the insignia/logo first & then the car, the Punto is not for you...
How is my Pintu behaving? Absolutely fine. As said above, apart from some rattles (which can be because I have done aftermarket ICE installs), there has been no problems at all. Infact, even the A.S.S. is fine. I have not had major issues, touch wood, so I cant comment on parts availability.
What about performance? Well, to be honest, it could have been better. Its not that the engine lacks grunt as such but the gearing is pathetic.
How about space? More than enough in the front seats, cramped in the rear.
Features? All that you could ask for in this segment. Yes, it lacks electronically foldable mirrors. Blue&Me is a blessing in disguise. There are many features only known to a Punto owner which is not mentioned in any brochure or ad...
The BEST part about owing a Punto is its steering feel, ride quality & looks. I love the Italian babe. The only external mods I have done on my car is aftermarket alloys & a black roof. And I like it that way. I am not in a mood to mess up it's clean lines. Subtle & classy - thats Punto.
People complain about fit & finish & quality of cabin. Well, I have no issues with the quality of the cabin. But fit & finish can be better.
Would I recommend this car to anyone? Well, it depends. Usually I dont. the majority will like the hyundais & marutis. they are more efficient & enjoy better resale value. but if its a self driven car & the guy is actually enthusiastic about driving, only then I suggest him to check out the Punto. Once I drove a i20 after driving my Pintu (back to back), I realized how well engineered the Punto is, its a shame that it was not accepted by the masses. no offence to i20 owners, its just my personal opinion.
Another reason is FIAT's failure to aggressively market & promote its own products. heck they dont even have their own showrooms or service centres in India.
Am I a happy owner? Hell yes! I got whatever I wanted in my car except good performance! I have not written such a long post for any other car before!
P.S.: I am NOT a FIAT fan, I just love my Pintu...
I remember the day when I first bought her home...
I remember her first scratch on the front bumper...
I remember the her first accident (rear ended by a verna)...
I remember my first long trip in my Pintu to my friend's farmhouse...
I remember the worst (10.5 kmpl) & the best (23.5 kmpl) fuel consumption her MID displayed...
What do I remember about my Innova? Well... Nothing! The innova is a reliable workhorse, does its duty well without any hiccups or any troubles. But then thats about it. Its a boringly reliable 'car'. Anybody here believes that a car has a soul too? Well, I do and the Innova lacks that. The Punto begs for your attention, your care & forces you to pamper her! I have never bought car care products for my Innova & have spent thousands for the Punto. Even taken her to car spas twice. That just explains everything.
I have never enjoyed revving a diesel before. I have never enjoyed driving in the slow lane before. I have never enjoyed early morning drives with windows down before Pintu came in my life. Heck, I never used to wake up early to go on early morning drives!
Normally, people bombard me with the following questions -
* Why did you buy a FIAT?
- Because it makes excellent cars, something which fuel efficiency or A.S.S. obsessed people would never understand. There is more to a car than that!
* Never seen many Puntos on the road, its a FLOP car...
- I dont buy cars which others like/prefer. I buy cars for myself.
* Are you mad to plonk 7.5 lakhs on a FIAT? How much would you get when you sell it?
- Why should I think about selling the car when buying it? Should I not be enjoying the car rather? And this car is so good that I would never want to sell it, so...
I really like a fellow member's signature - the only people having problems with a FIAT is someone now owning one! It is true. My Pintu has never given me any issues till now. The only area where it has disappointed me is that my Pintu has some small squeaks & rattles, not something I expected in a sturdy car like this.
No offense to anyone, but I am somehow not comfortable with cars like the Marutis & Hyundais. They are too lightly built & fragile for my comfort. The Punto feels like a tank in comparison and it is... right from the bumpers to the body panels, everything is built heavy & tough.
People who have sat in my car have always appreciated the looks, the comfort, the ride & the features. Its only after you sit in a Punto, you feel how value for money it is. But if you are someone who looks at the insignia/logo first & then the car, the Punto is not for you...
How is my Pintu behaving? Absolutely fine. As said above, apart from some rattles (which can be because I have done aftermarket ICE installs), there has been no problems at all. Infact, even the A.S.S. is fine. I have not had major issues, touch wood, so I cant comment on parts availability.
What about performance? Well, to be honest, it could have been better. Its not that the engine lacks grunt as such but the gearing is pathetic.
How about space? More than enough in the front seats, cramped in the rear.
Features? All that you could ask for in this segment. Yes, it lacks electronically foldable mirrors. Blue&Me is a blessing in disguise. There are many features only known to a Punto owner which is not mentioned in any brochure or ad...
The BEST part about owing a Punto is its steering feel, ride quality & looks. I love the Italian babe. The only external mods I have done on my car is aftermarket alloys & a black roof. And I like it that way. I am not in a mood to mess up it's clean lines. Subtle & classy - thats Punto.
People complain about fit & finish & quality of cabin. Well, I have no issues with the quality of the cabin. But fit & finish can be better.
Would I recommend this car to anyone? Well, it depends. Usually I dont. the majority will like the hyundais & marutis. they are more efficient & enjoy better resale value. but if its a self driven car & the guy is actually enthusiastic about driving, only then I suggest him to check out the Punto. Once I drove a i20 after driving my Pintu (back to back), I realized how well engineered the Punto is, its a shame that it was not accepted by the masses. no offence to i20 owners, its just my personal opinion.
Another reason is FIAT's failure to aggressively market & promote its own products. heck they dont even have their own showrooms or service centres in India.
Am I a happy owner? Hell yes! I got whatever I wanted in my car except good performance! I have not written such a long post for any other car before!
P.S.: I am NOT a FIAT fan, I just love my Pintu...
I have never bought car care products for my Innova & have spent thousands for the Punto. Even taken her to car spas twice. That just explains everything.
Quite the true love for the car is displayed here,I don't know who is luckier,you or the PINTU?
I have never enjoyed revving a diesel before. I have never enjoyed driving in the slow lane before. I have never enjoyed early morning drives with windows down before Pintu came in my life. Heck, I never used to wake up early to go on early morning drives!
The same thing which I was taught by my Laura..what?To find the reasons for driving her,while there were no valid reasons.![[:D]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Big%20Smile.gif "Big Smile [:D]")
Normally, people bombard me with the following questions -
* Why did you buy a FIAT?
- Because it makes excellent cars, something which fuel efficiency or A.S.S. obsessed people would never understand. There is more to a car than that!
* Never seen many Puntos on the road, its a FLOP car...
- I dont buy cars which others like/prefer. I buy cars for myself.
* Are you mad to plonk 7.5 lakhs on a FIAT? How much would you get when you sell it?
- Why should I think about selling the car when buying it? Should I not be enjoying the car rather? And this car is so good that I would never want to sell it, so...
I really like a fellow member's signature - the only people having problems with a FIAT is someone now owning one! It is true. My Pintu has never given me any issues till now. The only area where it has disappointed me is that my Pintu has some small squeaks & rattles, not something I expected in a sturdy car like this.
Well,these are some points where I and you BOTH THINK THE SAME WAY,its a fact that nothing is perfect,at least we people are not.
People who have sat in my car have always appreciated the looks, the comfort, the ride & the features. Its only after you sit in a Punto, you feel how value for money it is. But if you are someone who looks at the insignia/logo first & then the car, the Punto is not for you...
Any person who has sat in a Fiat,simply loves it..any car it may be from them
How is my Pintu behaving? Absolutely fine. As said above, apart from some rattles (which can be because I have done aftermarket ICE installs), there has been no problems at all. Infact, even the A.S.S. is fine. I have not had major issues, touch wood, so I cant comment on parts availability.
What about performance? Well, to be honest, it could have been better. Its not that the engine lacks grunt as such but the gearing is pathetic.
How about space? More than enough in the front seats, cramped in the rear.
Features? All that you could ask for in this segment. Yes, it lacks electronically foldable mirrors. Blue&Me is a blessing in disguise. There are many features only known to a Punto owner which is not mentioned in any brochure or ad...
A 100% honest review by an owner..10/10 for you.![[clap]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Clap.gif "Clap [clap]")
The BEST part about owing a Punto is its steering feel, ride quality & looks.
Well,RIDE AND BODY CONTROL ARE THE FIELDS WHERE THE FIAT CARS EXCEL..AND THEY ARE ALSO BUILT LIKE TANKS.
Have a look at this video,and you people will understand what a car-made like a tank really means:-
PALIO CRASH-See the build quality of this car!!
People complain about fit & finish & quality of cabin. Well, I have no issues with the quality of the cabin. But fit & finish can be better.
Would I recommend this car to anyone? Well, it depends. Usually I dont. the majority will like the hyundais & marutis. they are more efficient & enjoy better resale value. but if its a self driven car & the guy is actually enthusiastic about driving, only then I suggest him to check out the Punto. Once I drove a i20 after driving my Pintu (back to back), I realized how well engineered the Punto is, its a shame that it was not accepted by the masses. no offence to i20 owners, its just my personal opinion.
Another reason is FIAT's failure to aggressively market & promote its own products. heck they dont even have their own showrooms or service centres in India.
Am I a happy owner? Hell yes! I got whatever I wanted in my car except good performance! I have not written such a long post for any other car before!
P.S.: I am NOT a FIAT fan, I just love my Pintu...
Quite the true love for the car is displayed here,I don't know who is luckier,you or the PINTU?
I have never enjoyed revving a diesel before. I have never enjoyed driving in the slow lane before. I have never enjoyed early morning drives with windows down before Pintu came in my life. Heck, I never used to wake up early to go on early morning drives!
The same thing which I was taught by my Laura..what?To find the reasons for driving her,while there were no valid reasons.
Normally, people bombard me with the following questions -
* Why did you buy a FIAT?
- Because it makes excellent cars, something which fuel efficiency or A.S.S. obsessed people would never understand. There is more to a car than that!
* Never seen many Puntos on the road, its a FLOP car...
- I dont buy cars which others like/prefer. I buy cars for myself.
* Are you mad to plonk 7.5 lakhs on a FIAT? How much would you get when you sell it?
- Why should I think about selling the car when buying it? Should I not be enjoying the car rather? And this car is so good that I would never want to sell it, so...
I really like a fellow member's signature - the only people having problems with a FIAT is someone now owning one! It is true. My Pintu has never given me any issues till now. The only area where it has disappointed me is that my Pintu has some small squeaks & rattles, not something I expected in a sturdy car like this.
Well,these are some points where I and you BOTH THINK THE SAME WAY,its a fact that nothing is perfect,at least we people are not.
People who have sat in my car have always appreciated the looks, the comfort, the ride & the features. Its only after you sit in a Punto, you feel how value for money it is. But if you are someone who looks at the insignia/logo first & then the car, the Punto is not for you...
Any person who has sat in a Fiat,simply loves it..any car it may be from them
How is my Pintu behaving? Absolutely fine. As said above, apart from some rattles (which can be because I have done aftermarket ICE installs), there has been no problems at all. Infact, even the A.S.S. is fine. I have not had major issues, touch wood, so I cant comment on parts availability.
What about performance? Well, to be honest, it could have been better. Its not that the engine lacks grunt as such but the gearing is pathetic.
How about space? More than enough in the front seats, cramped in the rear.
Features? All that you could ask for in this segment. Yes, it lacks electronically foldable mirrors. Blue&Me is a blessing in disguise. There are many features only known to a Punto owner which is not mentioned in any brochure or ad...
A 100% honest review by an owner..10/10 for you.
The BEST part about owing a Punto is its steering feel, ride quality & looks.
Well,RIDE AND BODY CONTROL ARE THE FIELDS WHERE THE FIAT CARS EXCEL..AND THEY ARE ALSO BUILT LIKE TANKS.
Have a look at this video,and you people will understand what a car-made like a tank really means:-
PALIO CRASH-See the build quality of this car!!
People complain about fit & finish & quality of cabin. Well, I have no issues with the quality of the cabin. But fit & finish can be better.
Would I recommend this car to anyone? Well, it depends. Usually I dont. the majority will like the hyundais & marutis. they are more efficient & enjoy better resale value. but if its a self driven car & the guy is actually enthusiastic about driving, only then I suggest him to check out the Punto. Once I drove a i20 after driving my Pintu (back to back), I realized how well engineered the Punto is, its a shame that it was not accepted by the masses. no offence to i20 owners, its just my personal opinion.
Another reason is FIAT's failure to aggressively market & promote its own products. heck they dont even have their own showrooms or service centres in India.
Am I a happy owner? Hell yes! I got whatever I wanted in my car except good performance! I have not written such a long post for any other car before!
P.S.: I am NOT a FIAT fan, I just love my Pintu...
Very well written raj.
Awesome build quality, ride quality and steering response.
@TSIVipul - Really bad crash
Awesome build quality, ride quality and steering response.
@TSIVipul - Really bad crash