Hi,

I'm a newbie to this forum, recently I have decided that I would like to purchase a standard Fiat 500 (within the last 4years). I have looked into the car in depth, but I am a shorty so I was wondering if anyone knows the best pedal extensions (road legal) in the uk? I would be happy without one but I rather be safe then sorry .. so I would like people's opinion please.

thatfiatgal91 said:

Hi,

I'm a newbie to this forum, recently I have decided that I would like to purchase a standard Fiat 500 (within the last 4years). I have looked into the car in depth, but I am a shorty so I was wondering if anyone knows the best pedal extensions (road legal) in the uk? I would be happy without one but I rather be safe then sorry .. so I would like people's opinion please.

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Hi.
From 1st hand experience of 'adapting' the ergonomics of cars to suit a 1.5m / 4'10" frame

The panda and 500 should be fine..
There is a subtle weakness in the pedal mechanisms ( so they can collapse in heavy impacts)
Making alterations to a car still in warranty may not be a great idea.

Charlie

I'm 5'0" so in theory I should be okay? I just tried it the other day but I'm not entirely sure what it would be but the pedal just seemed a bit distant.. okay thank you

Different specs of the same car can have different seats...that work in different ways..

Do shop around..

I recall a FIAT saloon we had a while ago.

I needed to move the entire seat forward @100mm/ 4 inches..!!

Charlie

thatfiatgal91 said:

I'm 5'0" so in theory I should be okay? I just tried it the other day but I'm not entirely sure what it would be but the pedal just seemed a bit distant.. okay thank you

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I know of someone who's 4'10" and drove an unadapted Fiat 500 for several years without any problems.

Pedal extenders are often used for disabled people. Some driving instructors have removable ones for teaching. Never needed them myself, so no details of a source, but if you do decide to try some, research car disability aids, or something similar. Motability might be a good start, as they should be able to direct you to suppliers. There will likely be proper ones made to fit a 500.