SB1500 said:

Yes, it's a Panda related post, not a lecture on the economy that I have no clue about

So around December time I may have a total of about £300 to spend and why not spend it on my beloved Fiat. Originally I was thinking of things like speakers and radio upgrades but I've silenced 'the inner chav'...

Considering on some practical, service upgrades that will keep the Panda in tip top shape in the next few years. The question is, how exactly.

Some ideas I'm thinking are the likes of a new battery, not that it needs done but it will sooner rather than later, the small things like that that I 'should do while I can'. Can't think of much more, other than service items so perhaps them too.. oil, filter, air filter, coolant change etc but still leaves a hefty remainder of £300 left.

What would be some wise things to buy and do to the Panda that are practical?

I ask you as you have all owned cars for much longer than me, obviously know more wisely than a 20 year old on what is a 'need' and a 'want' haha

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AB100 said:

The wisest person would keep the money aside and not fix what's not broken. Then, if something does go awry you have funds.

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bluejohn125 said:

Keep the oil and water in good condition and you'll probably wear the seats out first, so a set of covers maybe?

The clutches on small Fiats are fairly flimsy so don't be surprised if it goes some time, but a light car with one occupant shouldn't stress it too much.

Worst case the head gasket might go eventually but if you don't cook the engine it's straightforward.

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