Just bought a 1.1 active.. Great wee car..will post a picture later..

Hi

You are correct 15 happy years with ours


Charlie

Welcome, and excellent choice

This forum lets you add pictures after you've made a few posts.

They're tough and reliable little things, but if you do encounter any issues I'm sure the friendly folk on here will help you out.

If you're new to the Panda, I'd recommend checking the following:

Inspect & treat for rust:

• rear axle spring pans
• coolant return pipe across front of engine
• engine sump pan
• shock absorbers & springs
• mud trap behind front springs
• rear brake drums (rusty lip on inside of drum)

Check the 'duckbill' scuttle drains below the wipers are clear - they block easily.

The battery and its earth strap need to be in good condition or the power steering can throw a wobbly - it draws a lot of current. As a precaution I always park with the wheels straight and let the battery recover before setting off.

I hope you'll be as happy as we are with our 1.2 after two years of ownership