Wurz
New member
Well, I have to say that the ride on my 100hp Panda is transformed as of today. The combination of Dunlop SP Sports all round with a 50 ratio as against the original 45 (has a similar tread pattern to the eagles) and replacing all the shocks with original Fiat equipment as recommended by my friendly garage including Ron (from TV’s Pimp My Ride) and cohort Keith has stopped me ricocheting over bumps & potholes, rattling my fillings when going over rumble strips and generally makes the car more of a joy to drive. As I said in the Koni thread, I was told that shocks fall into two categories, comfort & sport. All Panda’s except the 100hp & 4x4 have the comfort shocks and funnily enough the Koni’s fit the same criteria. I was persuaded to go for OEM comfort as these shocks were designed for the chassis and of course will not cause any mismatch. The original springs have been retained and even before I got the car back one of the mechanics (who does rally driving) had road tested the vehicle to ensure the handling was all OK. Having just done a 50 mile round trip ranging from country side-roads to the A12 motorway I have to say I’m delighted with the new ride. The cost of the original equipment is on par with Koni at £80+vat (£96 each) for the fronts and £60+vat (£72 each) for the rears. Dunlops came in at £58+vat (£69) each less than half the price of similar boots on my VW Eos. Fitting charge £150 included 20 mins trying to get the alloys off the hubs. I’d have been mullered if I had needed to change a wheel. Worth checking yours to make sure they are not seized on the hubs. Alright, cost me a few bob but after a year of ownership it feels like a new car. I would recommend this mod to any 100hp owner who wants a more comfortable ride!