I looked at a 2012 Fiat 500 Sport yesterday after work. It was not what I originally went to look at, but it grasped my attention. The car is smaller than a Mini Cooper by a few inches. The exterior of the Fiat has quite sleek styling. The interior is all right, but the interior doesn't match the exterior, except for the dash, and all its goodies that light up. It is a two-door, four-seater and also has a hatchback area. The rear seats can fold down to allow more storage.
Here's what I found. It has been a long time since I have driven a stick. The moving between gears seemed a long stretch and to get in reverse there is a pop up around the gear shift that has to be pulled up, while putting car into reverse. That was odd, to me. I was frustrated with my lack of control out of first gear. After I got home, I watch a few videos of reviews on You Tube for this little gem. If you're driving it right, you'll spend a lot of time downshifting - and the ride was a bit bumpy because of its narrow wheel base.
Here's what I have determined. This little, sporty gem is too sporty for me. I would be doing this car a disservice, driving it like a little ol' lady. It's funny because men go through a mid-life crises and usually want something fast!! I find I really want a car that is more comfortable, and and not so 'sporty'. So, after my initial impression, based mostly on 'looks', In spite of its low miles, and striking initial appearance, I have come to my senses and will not be buying this car.
Here's what I found. It has been a long time since I have driven a stick. The moving between gears seemed a long stretch and to get in reverse there is a pop up around the gear shift that has to be pulled up, while putting car into reverse. That was odd, to me. I was frustrated with my lack of control out of first gear. After I got home, I watch a few videos of reviews on You Tube for this little gem. If you're driving it right, you'll spend a lot of time downshifting - and the ride was a bit bumpy because of its narrow wheel base.
Here's what I have determined. This little, sporty gem is too sporty for me. I would be doing this car a disservice, driving it like a little ol' lady. It's funny because men go through a mid-life crises and usually want something fast!! I find I really want a car that is more comfortable, and and not so 'sporty'. So, after my initial impression, based mostly on 'looks', In spite of its low miles, and striking initial appearance, I have come to my senses and will not be buying this car.
