Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review

fiat_tarun · 14th February 2011, 11:05

Yes, Fiat Italy is taking note. Fiat boss Sergio Marchionne is unhappy with the Tata JV and has stated that steps will be taken to change the relationship.

Read more http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...-sales-13.html

ajay_satpute · 18th February 2011, 15:12

Spotted 2 T-Jets in a span of 10 mins. Its my first time spotting a T-Jet in Pune. Its also sad in the sense that Pune is the hub for Fiat and they dont sell much in Pune.

Panzer · 18th February 2011, 15:20

In Mumbai also one hardly gets to see any T-Jets. I have just seen one on the road. The old Lineas are popular but not the T-Jet - a pity. I understand that FIAT is giving attractive discounts for the 2010 T-JET.

MADMAX111 · 19th February 2011, 09:23

The Electric Blue Colour is definitely there though rare. Saw one in delhi- Looks awesome.

Klub Class · 19th February 2011, 09:26

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Originally Posted by MADMAX111

The Electric Blue Colour is definitely there though rare. Saw one in delhi- Looks awesome.

IIRC, Fiat Linea was never launched in Electric Blue color. The only Electric Blue Fiat Linea that I know, belongs to the Fiat CEO Rajeev Kapoor.

Do you have any pics to share with us? Yes, I love electric blue Fiat Linea.

sidindica · 20th February 2011, 20:06

This, inside a new inside the showroom t-jet. Sad. And then people say that why do we bash fiat.

Palio_2005 · 21st February 2011, 18:05

The famous photographs again... Time to move on and focus on something more positive?

GTO · 21st February 2011, 19:48

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Originally Posted by Panzer

In Mumbai also one hardly gets to see any T-Jets.

Reminds me of the early days. Just like in year 2000, an enthusiast would give a cursory glance to the back of an OHC looking for the double-barrel Vtec exhaust, I find myself checking out new Lineas for the rectangular tip. Caught one in the basement of Asian Heart Institute. But that's it.....unfortunately.

SPARKled · 21st February 2011, 20:00

IMHO the build of the T-jet is still far better than the earlier Puntos and Lineas. But who has the time to bother about all these small alignment errors when you have that turbo charged gem waiting for for you to flog it and bring a smile to your face

funkykar · 21st February 2011, 20:38

^ I agree with that. Performance wise, its very raw power. I am sure once you start driving the TJet, you will forget the small niggles, if any. I see a TJet here and there in Bangalore. I see one atleast every couple of days. Off late, have been seeing brand new ones.

Would be interesting to see the TJet in Punto. Who knows, if Fiat opts to give out the engine, we might see plenty of other car manufacturers queue up to grab it.

pjbiju · 21st February 2011, 20:50

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Originally Posted by sidindica

This, inside a new inside the showroom t-jet. Sad. And then people say that why do we bash fiat.

These look like misaligned panels and not a design defect. But surely shows their poor quality check, both at the factory and at the dealership. It should have been so simple to put these pieces correctly.

jazzrockz · 1st March 2011, 16:21

ALRIGHT!
Now that i have the time and inclination i have a tale to relate.
I took delivery of a Bronzo Scuro on 25th Feb in Pune. We noticed a discoloration on drivers door, front passenger door misaligned, dent on the same - a weird dent or a a vertical linear dimple.
The guys tried to resolve it but it only became worse. The door would open only with a loud, really loud snap!
They then decided to send their car to the Satara road showroom.
Was supposed to get it today, Tuesday.
Now they say there is a paint job in the offing, the paint/shade is not available.
Now am i supposed to take a brand new car with a paint job done?
I need help guys!!!
I have refused and told them that i will only take it if they replace the door.
But the issue is all the monies have been paid!
What Do i Do?

Akshay1234 · 1st March 2011, 16:48

I think you should ask them to replace the door, try and get a factory repainted door if possible. Or otherwise even replace the damn car, I mean you shouldnt be getting a car which has ANY damage at all.

jazzrockz · 1st March 2011, 16:56

How can i ensure a factory job? and car replacement? is there a process or should it be the good ol' indian tamasha at the showroom in Peak hours? - to get the work done?
But in the mean time i am back to 2wheeling as i have sold the earlier car.

vb-saan · 1st March 2011, 16:58

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Originally Posted by jazzrockz

ALRIGHT!
Now that i have the time and inclination i have a tale to relate.
I took delivery of a Bronzo Scuro on 25th Feb in Pune. We noticed a discoloration on drivers door, front passenger door misaligned, dent on the same - a weird dent or a a vertical linear dimple.
The guys tried to resolve it but it only became worse. The door would open only with a loud, really loud snap!
They then decided to send their car to the Satara road showroom.
Was supposed to get it today, Tuesday.
Now they say there is a paint job in the offing, the paint/shade is not available.
Now am i supposed to take a brand new car with a paint job done?
I need help guys!!!
I have refused and told them that i will only take it if they replace the door.
But the issue is all the monies have been paid!
What Do i Do?

Unbelievable! They have fantastic product in hand, but somehow miss out on addressing these bits and pieces related to quality. Quite appalling indeed.

Insist on getting the door replaced (or better if you get an alternate allotment). And you are right not to take the delivery until this is fixed.

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ajay_satpute Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 1,957 Thanked: 1,711 Times View My Garage	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review Spotted 2 T-Jets in a span of 10 mins. Its my first time spotting a T-Jet in Pune. Its also sad in the sense that Pune is the hub for Fiat and they dont sell much in Pune.
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Panzer Newbie Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 22 Thanked: 0 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review In Mumbai also one hardly gets to see any T-Jets. I have just seen one on the road. The old Lineas are popular but not the T-Jet - a pity. I understand that FIAT is giving attractive discounts for the 2010 T-JET.
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MADMAX111 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 197 Thanked: 125 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review The Electric Blue Colour is definitely there though rare. Saw one in delhi- Looks awesome.
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sidindica Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 4,901 Thanked: 8,350 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review This, inside a new inside the showroom t-jet. Sad. And then people say that why do we bash fiat. Attached Thumbnails
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21st February 2011, 18:05	#592
Palio_2005 Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 1,031 Thanked: 962 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review The famous photographs again... Time to move on and focus on something more positive?
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21st February 2011, 20:00	#594
SPARKled Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Navi Mumbai Posts: 1,110 Thanked: 664 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review IMHO the build of the T-jet is still far better than the earlier Puntos and Lineas. But who has the time to bother about all these small alignment errors when you have that turbo charged gem waiting for for you to flog it and bring a smile to your face
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21st February 2011, 20:38	#595
funkykar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 2,686 Thanked: 6,884 Times View My Garage	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review ^ I agree with that. Performance wise, its very raw power. I am sure once you start driving the TJet, you will forget the small niggles, if any. I see a TJet here and there in Bangalore. I see one atleast every couple of days. Off late, have been seeing brand new ones. Would be interesting to see the TJet in Punto. Who knows, if Fiat opts to give out the engine, we might see plenty of other car manufacturers queue up to grab it.
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1st March 2011, 16:21	#597
jazzrockz BHPian Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pune Posts: 104 Thanked: 172 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review ALRIGHT! Now that i have the time and inclination i have a tale to relate. I took delivery of a Bronzo Scuro on 25th Feb in Pune. We noticed a discoloration on drivers door, front passenger door misaligned, dent on the same - a weird dent or a a vertical linear dimple. The guys tried to resolve it but it only became worse. The door would open only with a loud, really loud snap! They then decided to send their car to the Satara road showroom. Was supposed to get it today, Tuesday. Now they say there is a paint job in the offing, the paint/shade is not available. Now am i supposed to take a brand new car with a paint job done? I need help guys!!! I have refused and told them that i will only take it if they replace the door. But the issue is all the monies have been paid! What Do i Do?
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1st March 2011, 16:48	#598
Akshay1234 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 10,327 Thanked: 12,915 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review I think you should ask them to replace the door, try and get a factory repainted door if possible. Or otherwise even replace the damn car, I mean you shouldnt be getting a car which has ANY damage at all.
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1st March 2011, 16:56	#599
jazzrockz BHPian Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pune Posts: 104 Thanked: 172 Times	Re: Fiat Linea T-Jet : Test Drive & Review How can i ensure a factory job? and car replacement? is there a process or should it be the good ol' indian tamasha at the showroom in Peak hours? - to get the work done? But in the mean time i am back to 2wheeling as i have sold the earlier car.
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