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I've decided I am going to get a Punto.

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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 11:19 AM
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Default I've decided I am going to get a Punto.

My Golf goes next Saturday, so I will be picking up one of these babies:



I am torn between the 1.2 'Active' version and the 1.3 Multijet.

Not sure on the colour either....any suggestions?


The interior is pretty bland but it is a cheap motor, simple but functional.



I'm pretty sure, in the right gear, with a drop of Redline, it could upset the odd S.

Its a good price. Free insurance as well.

All in,
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 11:24 AM
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Nice - will you fit in without a sun-roof ?
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 11:29 AM
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I hope so
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 12:05 PM
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Haven't they released the trepiuno yet, CC? I think they look fantastic.
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 12:59 PM
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200 quid for 2 weeks is pretty good! Who is that with CC?
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Old Apr 15, 2007 | 01:43 AM
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Good price. They are supposed to be alright........
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Old Apr 15, 2007 | 02:30 AM
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They don't appear to have ever released it. Christ knows why because it's gorgeous:

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Old Apr 15, 2007 | 02:31 AM
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either would be better than an R32

I'm glad you've seen sense
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Old Apr 15, 2007 | 03:04 AM
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The 500 comes out this summer. With the 100 BHP version shortly after, maybe badged as an Abarth.
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Old Apr 15, 2007 | 03:05 AM
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It will hurt Mini sales I expect. Looks good and should drive well if the Panda 100 is anything to go by.
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