Fiat Linea has arrived

kiren · 10th January 2009, 15:36

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Originally Posted by roms

Where exactly is the car available? Fortune Thane/Powai, Wasan at Chembur? Unfortunately, there isn't a single dealer available in the western suburbs.

I have seen it at Fortune Nerul.

roms · 10th January 2009, 16:01

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Originally Posted by shantyrocks

it hasnt yet arrived at the fortune thane showroom.will come there by jan12th.by the way there is a tata-fiat showroom at borivli.there is concorde at prabhadevi too.

Thanks for the info. Called up Wasan Motors, they have a showroom at Prabhadevi as well. Never knew that. Anyways, Linea is available for a TD at Wasan till 6 today and upto 1 pm tomorrow. Will be there tomorrow. Anyone want to join in?

major · 10th January 2009, 16:03

fiat linea is displayed at the tata-fiat showroom, at marine lines, Mumbai. Can be seen from the train on way to churchgate station.

oss · 10th January 2009, 16:04

Went to Concorde Motors this morning and checked out Fiat Linea. Boy, this one looks so nice, the exterior design is so sleek and nice looking; loaded with options in the interior.

Car feels quite spacious, and well built. The interior plastic quality looks chep, but considering the expected price and the options loaded, it is ok.

Seats, both front and rear are quite comfy. Space in the rear seat is also very good, and the large windows gives roomy feeling. A/c vent for the rear seat passengers is a big boon. Remote boot release (the key fob also has the option of boot release) is a nice touch. The sound quality of the speakers is quite good, and the AC seem to be reasonably powerful.

The boot space is cavernous, and the hydraulic piston setup for the boot lid frees up space as opposed to the tradition setup.

Couldn't take it for the test drive, and waiting for the launch date to take this beauty on a spin.

Single touch up/down motion for the front windows add to the convenience. Not many storgage options though on the door panel or dash.

The MID & the MyCar features gives you practically all sort of setups that you would want to try out.

The headlamp reflectors are shaped to give a projector lamp kind of setup. The wheel arches close in on very well, unlike the awkward looking gap in the ANHC.

One big negative is the controls for the headlamp & wiper are set for European style right side driving

Why the hell can't these guys change it to the Indian style left side driving. Afterall every European car launched in UK get the control set to the left side driving. Why can't they do that when launching the car in India.

I thought only Ford & Renault were doing this, but disappointed with Fiat on this aspect. Only saving grace is the wiper movement is set properly unlike the Logan where even the wiper move the wrong way.

The plastics on the door panel are a bit of a let down. The gear knob is also ordinary looking. But considering the amount of features offered, and the styling of the car, and the pricing, i am sure all these small points can be forgiven.

Will wait to see how the service levels improve before taking a decision.

One thing is for sure. After seeing this beauty and the options that it comes with at such a good price point, ANHC feels a total let down and a big rip-off.

sukrit7 · 10th January 2009, 16:17

well written. Someone drive it please. can't wait for my exams to get over.
I got this from the fiat.com website
The engines equipping the new Fiat Linea are based on a perfect balance between performances and fuel consumption: muted engines, responsive and spirited to meet driver demands in any situation.
Two engines are available at present: the 1.4 petrol delivering 77 bhp and the 1.3 Multijet diesel with a power output of 90 bhp. They will soon be flanked by the 90 bhp 1.3 Multijet with DualogicTM robotised gearbox and the 1.4 Turbo T-jet, fuelled with petrol and delivering 120 bhp, the quintessence of technology and power mated to fuel economy.

What's this dualogic robotised gearbox? we haven't got this have we?
dualogic explained. This would be a boon for india.
Fiat launches a â€˜sequential manualâ€™ gearbox Punto â€“ the DuaLogic

madhokritesh · 10th January 2009, 16:20

No signs of it here in Thane yet.

amit · 10th January 2009, 16:26

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Originally Posted by oss

One big negative is the controls for the headlamp & wiper are set for European style right side driving Why the hell can't these guys change it to the Indian style left side driving.

That's a surprise considering that all previous offerings from Fiat had the controls set up for RHD. Wonder why they decided to to shy away from this in the Linea.

vnabhi · 10th January 2009, 16:45

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Originally Posted by oss

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One big negative is the controls for the headlamp & wiper are set for European style right side driving

Why the hell can't these guys change it to the Indian style left side driving. Afterall every European car launched in UK get the control set to the left side driving. Why can't they do that when launching the car in India.

I thought only Ford & Renault were doing this, but disappointed with Fiat on this aspect. Only saving grace is the wiper movement is set properly unlike the Logan where even the wiper move the wrong way.

Add GM cars to your list.

Quote:

Originally Posted by amit

That's a surprise considering that all previous offerings from Fiat had the controls set up for RHD. Wonder why they decided to to shy away from this in the Linea.

I too was surprised to learn about this. I checked up from my colleague--a Palio owner--and he confirmed his car had the wiper stalk on the left side, like most Indian cars.

madhokritesh · 10th January 2009, 16:49

Just changed my Avtar pic to Fiat , gearing up myself for the Linea Launch. Lol.

BTW lots of other Indian cars had this European Stalks ie the Opel astra, Optra, Skoda, Matiz etc trust me it takes not more than 2-3days to get used to it.

muneemmk · 10th January 2009, 16:50

One single note of caution to the Prospective Linea Buyers, the anti intrusion windows on the front with one touch up/down function dosen't seem to be functioning properly i found this the hard way when i Jammed the hands of one guy from Prerana in one window.

More to follow.

carboy · 10th January 2009, 17:32

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Originally Posted by madhokritesh

Just changed my Avtar pic to Fiat , gearing up myself for the Linea Launch. Lol.

BTW lots of other Indian cars had this European Stalks ie the Opel astra, Optra, Skoda, Matiz etc trust me it takes not more than 2-3days to get used to it.

If you are switching frequently between 2 cars, then it becomes a pain.

Whenever I go to the US, I end up starting the wiper in the turn lights
for 4-5 days & by the time I get used to it, it's time to get back & then
I again start the wiper in the India for a few days instead of the turn
lights.

But my US trips aren't so frequent. People who have 2 cars at home with
the opposite controls must be finding it a pain.

tinkywinky · 10th January 2009, 17:48

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Originally Posted by maverickxx2006

I could not help and I simply took out my cheque book and booked Linea Dynamic (diesel) at Pandit Auto.

Cheers.
Looks

Congrats buddy !! welcome to the club , we are now 5 people from Team bhp who have booked the linea before its launch.

Regards,
Ranganathan

amit · 10th January 2009, 17:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by maverickxx2006

I could not help and I simply took out my cheque book and booked Linea Dynamic (diesel) at Pandit Auto.

Congrats! 5th Linea at team-bhp. Time to change your signature from 'aspiring' to 'achieved.'

Vid6639 · 10th January 2009, 18:40

Tata-fiat showroom on Sarjapur-ORR has a display vehicle as well as TD vehicle. The car looks very good in person. Thinking of dropping by tomorrow for a TD.

breezydrive · 10th January 2009, 18:53

All you guys down south & at Mumbai, Pune ..... are lucky. Linea has'nt reached in North.
I saw the car in flesh one year ago at Auto Expo 2008.

10th January 2009, 16:03	#423
major BHPian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: mumbai Posts: 53 Thanked: 0 Times	fiat linea is displayed at the tata-fiat showroom, at marine lines, Mumbai. Can be seen from the train on way to churchgate station.
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10th January 2009, 16:04	#424
oss BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chennai Posts: 683 Thanked: 6 Times	Went to Concorde Motors this morning and checked out Fiat Linea. Boy, this one looks so nice, the exterior design is so sleek and nice looking; loaded with options in the interior. Car feels quite spacious, and well built. The interior plastic quality looks chep, but considering the expected price and the options loaded, it is ok. Seats, both front and rear are quite comfy. Space in the rear seat is also very good, and the large windows gives roomy feeling. A/c vent for the rear seat passengers is a big boon. Remote boot release (the key fob also has the option of boot release) is a nice touch. The sound quality of the speakers is quite good, and the AC seem to be reasonably powerful. The boot space is cavernous, and the hydraulic piston setup for the boot lid frees up space as opposed to the tradition setup. Couldn't take it for the test drive, and waiting for the launch date to take this beauty on a spin. Single touch up/down motion for the front windows add to the convenience. Not many storgage options though on the door panel or dash. The MID & the MyCar features gives you practically all sort of setups that you would want to try out. The headlamp reflectors are shaped to give a projector lamp kind of setup. The wheel arches close in on very well, unlike the awkward looking gap in the ANHC. One big negative is the controls for the headlamp & wiper are set for European style right side driving Why the hell can't these guys change it to the Indian style left side driving. Afterall every European car launched in UK get the control set to the left side driving. Why can't they do that when launching the car in India. I thought only Ford & Renault were doing this, but disappointed with Fiat on this aspect. Only saving grace is the wiper movement is set properly unlike the Logan where even the wiper move the wrong way. The plastics on the door panel are a bit of a let down. The gear knob is also ordinary looking. But considering the amount of features offered, and the styling of the car, and the pricing, i am sure all these small points can be forgiven. Will wait to see how the service levels improve before taking a decision. One thing is for sure. After seeing this beauty and the options that it comes with at such a good price point, ANHC feels a total let down and a big rip-off. Last edited by oss : 10th January 2009 at 16:10.
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sukrit7 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: delhi Posts: 722 Thanked: 185 Times	well written. Someone drive it please. can't wait for my exams to get over. I got this from the fiat.com website The engines equipping the new Fiat Linea are based on a perfect balance between performances and fuel consumption: muted engines, responsive and spirited to meet driver demands in any situation. Two engines are available at present: the 1.4 petrol delivering 77 bhp and the 1.3 Multijet diesel with a power output of 90 bhp. They will soon be flanked by the 90 bhp 1.3 Multijet with DualogicTM robotised gearbox and the 1.4 Turbo T-jet, fuelled with petrol and delivering 120 bhp, the quintessence of technology and power mated to fuel economy. What's this dualogic robotised gearbox? we haven't got this have we? dualogic explained. This would be a boon for india. Fiat launches a â€˜sequential manualâ€™ gearbox Punto â€“ the DuaLogic Last edited by sukrit7 : 10th January 2009 at 16:24. Reason: query found
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10th January 2009, 16:20	#426
madhokritesh BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Thane Posts: 334 Thanked: 4 Times	No signs of it here in Thane yet.
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10th January 2009, 16:49	#429
madhokritesh BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Thane Posts: 334 Thanked: 4 Times	Just changed my Avtar pic to Fiat , gearing up myself for the Linea Launch. Lol. BTW lots of other Indian cars had this European Stalks ie the Opel astra, Optra, Skoda, Matiz etc trust me it takes not more than 2-3days to get used to it. Last edited by madhokritesh : 10th January 2009 at 16:51.
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10th January 2009, 16:50	#430
muneemmk BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cochin Posts: 832 Thanked: 99 Times View My Garage	One single note of caution to the Prospective Linea Buyers, the anti intrusion windows on the front with one touch up/down function dosen't seem to be functioning properly i found this the hard way when i Jammed the hands of one guy from Prerana in one window. More to follow.
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10th January 2009, 18:40	#434
Vid6639 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 17,728 Thanked: 43,463 Times View My Garage	Tata-fiat showroom on Sarjapur-ORR has a display vehicle as well as TD vehicle. The car looks very good in person. Thinking of dropping by tomorrow for a TD.
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10th January 2009, 18:53	#435
breezydrive BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NOIDA Posts: 750 Thanked: 125 Times View My Garage	All you guys down south & at Mumbai, Pune ..... are lucky. Linea has'nt reached in North. I saw the car in flesh one year ago at Auto Expo 2008.
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