My Punto - MJD E - B White

maverickxx2006 · 25th June 2010, 16:47

Booking: Pandit Auto, Pune.

Specs: Punto MJD E, Bosonova White

On Road Price: 6,12,000 Rs.

Freebies:
1. Mudflaps (Duplicate. Fought and dealer promised to replace with original as soon as they are available)
2. Floor mats (Original)
3. As per the scheme - Free Insurance, 26 months extended warranty
4. Mental agony due to price rise, late delivery. Had to fight to avail 10,000 Rs gift.

Kms on ODO: 400kms

MILEAGE: Such is the awesome ride of the car that I frankly don't care how much mileage it will
give / gives. Occasional cursory glance tells me its around 16-17 in city and 21 something on highways. AC on at all times.
LOOKS: Italian damsel with drop dead gorgeous looks. Look at the car from any angle and car looks ravishing. All the curves are so well designed and shapely cut that it gives you a great feeling of happiness. Look at the front and it reminds you of Maserati or a Ferrari.

RIDE & HANDLING: Typical FIAT trademark. Punto just unleashes a shattering upper cut in this dept.
I have been used to Palio, so I dont feel any drawbacks regarding the short second gear. Amazing to see the car drive at low speeds in 3rd gear. Good gear ratios for city driving.

INTERIORS:
Last year I had taken TD of Punto, compared to that the overall plastic quality has really been improved and looks really good. As compared to Linea, the black coloured plastic is now almost similar as in Punto. IMHO, at this price, plastics are great and surely exudes a feeling of richness, though may not be a luxurious feeling.

ICE: Stock music system is good. I fail to understand why FIAT has not put in the USB drive here. Why FIAT why?
Looking for options to have a usb drive.

BUILD QUALITY: Again, really good.
But the heavy thunk of Palio is definitely missing. Those who have been driving Palio will understand what I mean.
Paint Quality: Overall paint quality is really good. But in some areas I don’t know what’s going wrong. I faced following issues:
1. On the LHS front door handle, when you open the handle, some paint layer (around 5 mm width) has been peeled off. At first I thought some one has brushed against the handle. But after closer look and opening the handle to its fullest revealed that the handle was brushing against the top part hence paint peeled off. I checked for all remaining doors, there isn’t any problem.In my office parking there are 3-4 Puntos. I checked the LHS front door handles, and 2 Puntos had similar paint layer peeled off at same place. Other doors were fine.
2. On LHR (Rear) door, a mark has appeared on the car body at a point (some paint has gone) – where the door shuts - due to impact of door closing. I don’t know how but this should not happened in first place.

DRIVING POSITION: Excellent driving position, great comfort and you don’t feel tired. You feel as if you are in a cockpit. Good visibility. I have been driving Palio (with huge A pillars) for 9 years now and compared to that, visibility in Punto is really good. This may be attributed to the fact that there is a quarter glass.

ACCESORIES: From Carax, Baner, Pune.
a) Garware Films Side & Back (50% visibility): 2600
b) Garware Film Front (70% visibility) : 3600
c) Underbody Antirust 5 yr warranty : 5000
d) 3M paint protection 1+2 : 3400
Total Cost: 14,600

I gave reference of team-bhp and got around 1500 Rs discount. I don't know if these prices are good or bad. But I had no time to do research and haggle around various dealers, so just got everything done at one shot.
There are no black colour art leather seat covers available at Carax, so waiting for them. If any one knows a good alternate shop for seat covers do let me know.
Overall its been a great experience driving Punto. Its like day by day you start loving your car more.

Apologies for the pictures, I haven't got time yet from work. Will surely do a photo shoot over weekend and post.

Till then, happy Puntoing.

carfanatic007 · 25th June 2010, 17:11

Let me the first to Congratulate you

. As you have experienced Palio so you will understand the car & brand better

. It does look hot, post some pictures

Palio_2005 · 25th June 2010, 17:16

Congrats. The ex showroom price as per list is 5.92 L. So looks like you got a good deal. Good to know that you are enjoying the car.

maverickxx2006 · 25th June 2010, 17:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Palio_2005

Congrats. The ex showroom price as per list is 5.92 L. So looks like you got a good deal. Good to know that you are enjoying the car.

I took outside octri limit, so saved around 9000 Rs.

Vik0728 · 25th June 2010, 17:26

Congrats on your latest acquisition Maverick.

Not sure if I have this right, but do Fiat term the "Off-White" as "Bosonova White" or is this a different colour. Only the Pics should tell it I guess.

Hoping to see your Italian Damsel soon !!

patron · 25th June 2010, 17:54

Congrats on the getting a great ride. The usb will be in the glove box.

download2live · 25th June 2010, 18:00

Congratulations on your purchase. You have got a very nice car. Treat her well.

neoonwheels · 25th June 2010, 18:14

Congrats and welcome to the Punters club! Upload pics so that everybody can drool over the beauty

gemithomas · 25th June 2010, 18:21

Congrats, Where are the pics?

Newpunter · 25th June 2010, 18:26

Congrats and welcome to club

. I keep telling myself i need to start my own thread but I havent done it yet coz i haven't driven it much yet.

pulsar56 · 25th June 2010, 18:37

Congrats on the new ride.

Quote:

ICE: Stock music system is good. I fail to understand why FIAT has not put in the USB drive here. Why FIAT why?
Looking for options to have a usb drive.

Heard that there are options in the market now to make a Aux-in port compatible with a USB pen drive. Check with your local accessories shop.

NutsNBolts · 25th June 2010, 20:57

Congrats on the new BNW. Where are the pics? If you are not satisfied with paint finish anywhere, get it fixed asap. Happy mile crunching.

nkrishnap · 25th June 2010, 21:28

Congrats on the Punto. Do make some time to click the pics of the italian beauty.

Enjoy many more miles on the Punto.

Sujith1100 · 25th June 2010, 22:11

Congrats on the Punto. You are going to have Fiatful time ahead!

Hope you wont have any niggling issues. But if there are any, please post about them in the relevant thread.

Soccerfan · 25th June 2010, 22:16

Which version did you buy?? Emotion or Emotion pack i suppose?

Congrats anyways. Please post pics.

25th June 2010, 16:47	#1
maverickxx2006 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pune Posts: 223 Thanked: 158 Times	My Punto - MJD E - B White Booking: Pandit Auto, Pune. Specs: Punto MJD E, Bosonova White On Road Price: 6,12,000 Rs. Freebies: 1. Mudflaps (Duplicate. Fought and dealer promised to replace with original as soon as they are available) 2. Floor mats (Original) 3. As per the scheme - Free Insurance, 26 months extended warranty 4. Mental agony due to price rise, late delivery. Had to fight to avail 10,000 Rs gift. Kms on ODO: 400kms MILEAGE: Such is the awesome ride of the car that I frankly don't care how much mileage it will give / gives. Occasional cursory glance tells me its around 16-17 in city and 21 something on highways. AC on at all times. LOOKS: Italian damsel with drop dead gorgeous looks. Look at the car from any angle and car looks ravishing. All the curves are so well designed and shapely cut that it gives you a great feeling of happiness. Look at the front and it reminds you of Maserati or a Ferrari. RIDE & HANDLING: Typical FIAT trademark. Punto just unleashes a shattering upper cut in this dept. I have been used to Palio, so I dont feel any drawbacks regarding the short second gear. Amazing to see the car drive at low speeds in 3rd gear. Good gear ratios for city driving. INTERIORS: Last year I had taken TD of Punto, compared to that the overall plastic quality has really been improved and looks really good. As compared to Linea, the black coloured plastic is now almost similar as in Punto. IMHO, at this price, plastics are great and surely exudes a feeling of richness, though may not be a luxurious feeling. ICE: Stock music system is good. I fail to understand why FIAT has not put in the USB drive here. Why FIAT why? Looking for options to have a usb drive. BUILD QUALITY: Again, really good. But the heavy thunk of Palio is definitely missing. Those who have been driving Palio will understand what I mean. Paint Quality: Overall paint quality is really good. But in some areas I don’t know what’s going wrong. I faced following issues: 1. On the LHS front door handle, when you open the handle, some paint layer (around 5 mm width) has been peeled off. At first I thought some one has brushed against the handle. But after closer look and opening the handle to its fullest revealed that the handle was brushing against the top part hence paint peeled off. I checked for all remaining doors, there isn’t any problem.In my office parking there are 3-4 Puntos. I checked the LHS front door handles, and 2 Puntos had similar paint layer peeled off at same place. Other doors were fine. 2. On LHR (Rear) door, a mark has appeared on the car body at a point (some paint has gone) – where the door shuts - due to impact of door closing. I don’t know how but this should not happened in first place. DRIVING POSITION: Excellent driving position, great comfort and you don’t feel tired. You feel as if you are in a cockpit. Good visibility. I have been driving Palio (with huge A pillars) for 9 years now and compared to that, visibility in Punto is really good. This may be attributed to the fact that there is a quarter glass. ACCESORIES: From Carax, Baner, Pune. a) Garware Films Side & Back (50% visibility): 2600 b) Garware Film Front (70% visibility) : 3600 c) Underbody Antirust 5 yr warranty : 5000 d) 3M paint protection 1+2 : 3400 Total Cost: 14,600 I gave reference of team-bhp and got around 1500 Rs discount. I don't know if these prices are good or bad. But I had no time to do research and haggle around various dealers, so just got everything done at one shot. There are no black colour art leather seat covers available at Carax, so waiting for them. If any one knows a good alternate shop for seat covers do let me know. Overall its been a great experience driving Punto. Its like day by day you start loving your car more. Apologies for the pictures, I haven't got time yet from work. Will surely do a photo shoot over weekend and post. Till then, happy Puntoing. Last edited by maverickxx2006 : 25th June 2010 at 16:58.
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25th June 2010, 17:11	#2
carfanatic007 BHPian Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 207 Thanked: 10 Times View My Garage	Let me the first to Congratulate you . As you have experienced Palio so you will understand the car & brand better . It does look hot, post some pictures
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25th June 2010, 17:16	#3
Palio_2005 BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 991 Thanked: 878 Times	Congrats. The ex showroom price as per list is 5.92 L. So looks like you got a good deal. Good to know that you are enjoying the car.
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25th June 2010, 17:26	#5
Vik0728 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,061 Thanked: 3,281 Times View My Garage	Congrats on your latest acquisition Maverick. Not sure if I have this right, but do Fiat term the "Off-White" as "Bosonova White" or is this a different colour. Only the Pics should tell it I guess. Hoping to see your Italian Damsel soon !!
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25th June 2010, 17:54	#6
patron BHPian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 209 Thanked: 222 Times	Congrats on the getting a great ride. The usb will be in the glove box.
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25th June 2010, 18:00	#7
download2live Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: - Posts: 1,147 Thanked: 1,144 Times	Congratulations on your purchase. You have got a very nice car. Treat her well.
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25th June 2010, 18:14	#8
neoonwheels Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pune Posts: 2,064 Thanked: 1,875 Times View My Garage	Congrats and welcome to the Punters club! Upload pics so that everybody can drool over the beauty
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25th June 2010, 18:21	#9
gemithomas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 2,366 Thanked: 143 Times View My Garage	Congrats, Where are the pics?
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25th June 2010, 18:26	#10
Newpunter BHPian Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 744 Thanked: 336 Times	Congrats and welcome to club . I keep telling myself i need to start my own thread but I havent done it yet coz i haven't driven it much yet.
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25th June 2010, 20:57	#12
NutsNBolts BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Jammu Posts: 817 Thanked: 41 Times View My Garage	Congrats on the new BNW. Where are the pics? If you are not satisfied with paint finish anywhere, get it fixed asap. Happy mile crunching.
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25th June 2010, 21:28	#13
nkrishnap Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 3,983 Thanked: 7,405 Times View My Garage	Congrats on the Punto. Do make some time to click the pics of the italian beauty. Enjoy many more miles on the Punto.
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25th June 2010, 22:11	#14
Sujith1100 BANNED Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: BANGalore Posts: 729 Thanked: 20 Times	Congrats on the Punto. You are going to have Fiatful time ahead! Hope you wont have any niggling issues. But if there are any, please post about them in the relevant thread.
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25th June 2010, 22:16	#15
Soccerfan BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Kochi Posts: 591 Thanked: 59 Times	Which version did you buy?? Emotion or Emotion pack i suppose? Congrats anyways. Please post pics.
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