Just like any manufacturer, sometimes you get a bad one. But we had a picanto (was my first car!) and it was a great little car. Got 2 mechanic friends, both said they were good engines for the money.

When I do get round to getting another car of my own, I'll probably look at getting another. Thinking of a Cee'd.

Ade - sorry to hear about your troubles. Hope they get it sorted out.