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1. on 12 Dec 2005 at 1:50 pm1Adheesh

   Please dont under estimate Premier Padmini. What if its old? Its still better than Maruti 800 or any other 796cc car. padmini is still widly used (even after its production stopped in 1995) and that proves that it is a good car.

2. on 13 Dec 2005 at 10:09 pm2arun

   thats my e mail id… get in touch…..

3. on 20 Dec 2005 at 8:52 pm3Abhilash

   Hey Man,
   I’ve got a Fiat Padmini Premier.Even Though its an old vehcile. It runs like a Jet. Thats why I’ve decided to modified it. Ihave chaged its bumperswith the huge ones, Hood, roofscoops and a sports type desingned paint and a vinyls. I adore fiat for its prformance

4. on 23 Jan 2006 at 9:58 am4kranthi

   i don’t have this car but i am really desperate to buy this car…. i simply love this car…. its moreover my girl friend……

5. on 14 Mar 2006 at 1:46 pm5lloyd

   I too own a fiat although my father wanted to sell the i have kept it and am planning to modify it . i am very happy to see so many PADMINI lovers and am happy not to be alone. i want to keep the identity of the padmini yet modify it because i love it.

6. on 11 Apr 2006 at 10:35 pm6sourabh.m.prakash

   i have a fiat which is better than some of the newer cars. i have modified the car but retained some of the good features of fiat. i have changed interiors, fitted a AC, Power steering, MP3 Player. I maintain a minimum of 100 KMPH on highways. even in city i maintain a good speed without bothering about dents. Second look guaranteed.

7. on 02 May 2006 at 6:45 am7mande

   hai my father buyed a fiat modal 1979 modal i thik i aged to 35 years but it going in a smooth condition , but my father thinks it get him a prestige problem so that he want to sell it but i dont allow him , i planed 2 modify it extanal look by adding vinlys and extra if u had a fiat than contact me for more info

8. on 20 Jun 2006 at 11:48 am8Arvind

   Hi Evry Body,
   Me too having a Padmini 1988 car that I got from my elder brother( When he purchased new car) It runs great. I love this car. I am alos interested to modify it for more power & may be body & chassis reinforcement ( to extend its life & add strength to cope up bad roads here) Mr Prakash / Mande will you please guide me for necesary modification….

9. on 26 Jun 2006 at 8:42 pm9Cat

   Hey guys, I own a Prmier padmini model 1989, due to fuel price hikes, was willing to sell it and buy another small car, but a person in my neighbourhood suggested me not to sell it, but to convert it to LPG,so i just converted to LPG off course, RTO approved kit , but not approved from RTO, and i am going to use it now.As well as i am going to modify it for my daily use, my vehicle just requires a new paint ( a stylish one)

10. on 28 Jun 2006 at 4:59 pm10Jk

    Hello,
    I have a 1998, S1-Executive mode, White Padmini and still in excellent condition. It has run just 45,454 kms so far and still looks brand new. Even now when I take this out, the people turn their head and the pick up is as comparable to the new model cars. I also get 15 km/pl mileage and I prefer to drive this more than my ford ikon.
    But only thing is the rising petrol prices and this has what let down this beautiful car, but I still love this car and wont sell this in a lifetime…

11. on 30 Jun 2006 at 5:14 pm11c.v.venkateswaran

    modelled in n195 n still running in india n a few third world countries…
    infact ppl who still drive it will say its no different frm the modern car.
    bad suspension at the rear n electricals are the major draw backs.
    still as fast or even faster than a maruti 800 or omni.
    good ac //fitting…
    did 80000 kms before the first rebor….
    still giving a good 11 kms after overhaul..
    what else does one need???

12. on 03 Jul 2006 at 12:24 pm12charanjit singh

    Dear All,

    I have Fiat Padmini 1996 model flour geair car. and i want to sell it now. if any one intresting to purchase it then plz mail me at charanjit77@yahoo.com.

    regards
    charanjit

13. on 10 Jul 2006 at 11:53 am13Kaustubh

    Hi Kapil,
    I also own a Padmini 1992 model. I can still drive it at a good 115 kmph. Recently I started thinking of modifying it to the rally sport.
    Change interiors, gear box, alloy wheels and the stuff. I am from Pune. I donot know where u r from but if u r from but it would be great if u could send me some details as to how to go about this modification task.
    Thanks,
    Kaustubh

14. on 11 Jul 2006 at 8:45 pm14abhinav jain

    hi i am having a fiat 1979 model and i wanted to modify it but i am having some problem like changing engines so if someone wants to help me my e-mail id is jeff_batison@yahoo.com

15. on 23 Jul 2006 at 9:56 am15Adheesh

    hello all.
    As promised, I have started a new forum for all premierpadmini fans. Please use the same. The address is as follows http://www.premierpadmini.us.tt

16. on 28 Jul 2006 at 11:09 am16manish mahajan

    dear Kapil…
    i have a 1992 white padmini which has run approx 45000 km.. its still going strong…it used to be driven by my father …now not in use. as am quite tall (6′ 2.5in) am not confortable while driving it…am intrested in modifying it…like the seats, say power steering…and so on…any inputs u can share….am from pune…

17. on 29 Sep 2006 at 10:29 am17Vikram Patil

    Hey All,

    Glad to know that their are so many lover for the Premier Padmina alias Fiat. I recently laid my hand on a 1991 Premier Padmini of my relatives who wanted to sell it off. I intend to modify to the comfort as I love this car beacuse in spite of earlier poor maintanennce it still runs smooth. I drove 300 KM recently non stop and it gave me fantastic mileage and speed.

    Does anybody knwo about good mechanics in Hyderabad, who can help me getting my vehicle modified.

    Thanks and Regards,

    Vikram

18. on 11 Oct 2006 at 6:57 pm18pintu

    hi..all fiat padmini lovers,i was having 1979 model which gave me 11kmpl,but now i have replaced it with 1995 model with AC fittings,and you cant believe it gives 15kmpl.

19. on 20 Oct 2006 at 6:19 pm19Nilesh kumar Mathur

    hi, I have been using premier padmini 1977 model, though its a very old car i had reparied totally with the body work done and a new engine fitted,and the suspension with electrical fitting too……it gives a great pleasure drive whenever i go on a drive…..I had bought that ar when i was in collage because i had to go on drives with my girlfriend and i was a student and din’t have much to spend at that time,so i took this PALPadmini……..i have loads of memories with it but touch wood it never stopped on way like even maruti does u know…….hassel free and a lovely car though old ut gives a pleasure than a new stuff…..

20. on 06 Nov 2006 at 11:45 pm20JAYDEEP SAINI

    Hi ALL

    I am from MUMBAI.I have bought premier just today and would like to modify it.Can anyone help since i am much interested to go for it.

    contact me at jaydeep_mohan@yahoo.com

21. on 13 Nov 2006 at 6:53 pm21Saikannan

    The Fiat - Premier Padmini’s, President and BE’s are Petrol run. Is there any proud owner of 137D or any modified diesel engine run Fiat’s. Am planning to buy a diesel runone. Any one selling 137D 1996 model the one’s with Floor shift, Bucket seat and Sinchronised gear box?

    Saikannan@yahoo.com

22. on 17 Nov 2006 at 3:12 pm22Kumaran

    Hello all!!

    We are planning to buy a used out-dated Premier Padmini, or 118 NE car. Now I would like to know about how much will it cost to convert it into a car contains all the features of what nowadays cards does has (like Power Steering, Bucket seat, AC, CD Player etc). Please someone tell in details about these parts with price.

    And also please which Fiat used car is the best buy will be.

23. on 18 Nov 2006 at 1:15 pm23Anupam S

    I have read many good reviews of Premier Padmini on MouthShut and have researched it on CarWale and found it a better car than 800 at least! Despite of knowing that this car is dated and I can afford a far newer car, I am kind of inclined towards Padmini. Do you think it would be a wise decision to go for a Fiat Padmini at this time?

24. on 20 Nov 2006 at 4:11 pm24Ranjit

    Hi , it was really great to read the reviews about fiat padmini, feels even better if you own one .I have a Fiat padmini really old one ,it is a 1970 model. The car is real amazing to drive .It has a great pickup .,my car dosent average well though just 8 to 10 kmpl. Iove my fiat padmini.

25. on 21 Nov 2006 at 6:19 pm25Surya Sen

    i own a 1988 premier padmini. i simply love this timeless beauty. i simply love her exhaust note. recently i have fitted an expansion chamber (straight through type) and boy! she is moving pretty good! and dont ask me about the exhaust note!

26. on 03 Dec 2006 at 2:11 am26Kartik

    I own a 1991 premier padmini well maintained but never got the engine overoiled the car does devlop a few squeek’s and tweeks due to my rough handelling over every few years and i get the suspension done and it is as good as new the car has served me well over 1,80,000. Km and travelled all over india in longest drive was of 2800 km at a single strech which i covered in 5 days and with ampel amount of rest in the night and even after all that long journey’s and drives on all terain conditions my car still gives me a good 14 Kmpl and guess what still touches a good speed of 110 kmph i wonder how it may perform once i get the engine done up I would say it is a wonderful car even with the king of simple technology it has in it. I love my CAR and will love it for ever.

27. on 05 Dec 2006 at 11:00 am27Subhankar Gupta

    Hi all,

    I am Subhankar from Kolkata, I own a ‘88 (new model) Premier Padmini in excellent condition. Travelled only 43,700 km. Excellent pickup, super interior, exterior and electricals. It is still “Queen of the road”.

    Due to some financial problem I want to sell it in a very nominal price. Interested people can contact me over phone 9831881880 or email me at suva4u@yahoo.co.in

28. on 06 Dec 2006 at 6:19 pm28siddharth

    hey guys ,
    i own a padmini(90) model , the one with the floor gear factory fit air cons and stuff ,
    lookin to overhaul the engine , &suspension , plannin to put in power stearin ,
    and carry out other body modifications,
    any of u guys know people in BANGALOREwho cud carry out the task,and moreover,
    which engine wud be suitable for the fiat….
    somethin thats fast and efficient>>>>
    well the stock engine gives a bad milage of 8-9kpl,and the pickup is abslutly bad ,lota interna l prblms>>>
    lookin for somethin powerfulll>> pls send in info

29. on 11 Dec 2006 at 9:56 am29eugene ferns

    Great stuff - there certainly are numerous people who love and appreciate the Old Lady. Mine is a 1994 floor shift with seperate bucket seats. Can run on LPG and regular petrol. Creamy white and lovely to drive with the sports sttering wheel.

    Would like to get in touch with other Fiat lovers - to share news and views etc

30. on 11 Dec 2006 at 2:32 pm30Pritam

    hi all,
    m glad to now such a huge fan following for a such a simple car ….but belive me its the best car on indian road …my dad bought this beauty (1977) model in 1990 ( second ) …but guys this car is running in floods n potholes wid out stopping . guys personal experience on 26th july in mumbai when all cars stopped on road ( fancy one’s ) my vehicle took me to my place in knee deep waters……the exhaust was submerged but it still retain its criusin in the water …all the public on the road was lookin at me ….(maybe cursing why v sold this beauty ) its awesome ……..i have fitted a ac n cd player ….its all fine ….just need a body n paint job …coz of floods…can any1 tell me good paint ?????? replies awaited…

31. on 16 Dec 2006 at 12:06 pm31Susmit

    hello all of u,

    we own a 1970 model padmini which we dont want to sell cause it is very close to our hearts and is serving us for a long time . Instead we r looking for some really cool car modifier in kolkata who can give our car a great look and put up some permanant solution to some of the technical snags ,our car had been suffering for a long time.if anybody know anyone like this pls mail me at “susmitsinha@indiatimes.com” .

32. on 06 Jan 2007 at 1:44 pm32Hari

    Happy New Year every one,

    I am a software engineer, living in Hyderabad. Ever since I started living in this city I have been driving Premier Padmini cars, simply thanks to my great friends Yadgiri and Govinda who run a garage in Arvind Nagar, Domalguda, Near NTR stadium. They are supposed to be the best mechanics in Hyderabad city to maintain any Premier product. You can reach them on 40 27661692 or 9849750732.

    Hari
    9348583848
    vhariharaputran@gmail.com

33. on 08 Jan 2007 at 9:35 am33abhinay

    hi .im plannin to buy a car in pune itself so i thought ill get it modified,so plz give me ur contact no and officen address.i also have an idea to get a contessa modified.if that can happen then we shall talk for it or atleast for my new car

34. on 08 Jan 2007 at 1:28 pm34Gunvinder

    Hello Everybody,

    I own a 1968 Fiat 1100. It was then that Premier Automobiles started using the current body shape on Fiat 1100. My car has original Italian engine. Has been with me since 1983. Once, it had been under flood waters for 2 months. After about 6 months, nothing of its seats and electricals was left. But using a spare battery, it cranked to life in second attempt itself.

    I really like this car. Though we have newer cars in our family, we still love our Fiat.But, sadly, it is in need of a full body overhaul. It is at present stationed at Ludhiana. If somebody could help me with a body kit of Premier Padmini, I would be highly obliged. If somebidy from Ludhiana here, do contact me at gunvinder@gmail.com. As I stay at Delhi, I know about Mayapuri and Chandni Chowk. But it will be difficult to shift a body kit from here to Ludhiana. Please help!

35. on 13 Jan 2007 at 12:35 am35ramish

    hello everybody,
    once going to our farmhouse we had two cars one maruti gypsy king (driven by a famous car showroom owner of delhi), and other a fiat, we started together,i was in gypsy we stopped for 5-7 minutes for refuelling of gypsy, made fun of the fiat all the way, we were not sure weather the fiat will reach the destination some 50 kms without any technical snags leave alone reaching on time……but when we reached at the farmhouse we were surprised “the FIAT people were already there waiting for us ”
    salute to the makers of this great car

36. on 13 Jan 2007 at 6:03 pm36Raj

    Hi. I am a Padmini lover. Really wanna buy this car. If any body from Kolkata is interested to sell this car in good condition & all up-to-date papers then please email me with car’s current condition and your asking price (should be bet. 10-15k)

37. on 16 Jan 2007 at 11:44 pm37Jinu Jacob

    Hi All
    I purchased a Premier Padmini 137D seven months back and I am addicted to it b now. I am getting a diesel mileage of 22kmpl without A/C and 20 kmpl with A/C on highways. jinumattathil@yahoo.co.in

38. on 31 Jan 2007 at 3:16 pm38Ramprakash

    Hi,

    I would like to buy a PADMINI 118NE.
    Can any one of you please let me know the IF’s and BUT’s of 118NE.
    When i said that im going to buy 118NE, buy friend are making fun out of me, but im firm to buy it. Please give a good direction and information. Thanks for your valuable time.
    EMAIL to “mail2knrp@yahoo.com”

39. on 06 Feb 2007 at 12:03 pm39Vikram

    Hi I am interested in fitting an AC to my redoe Premier Padmini. Can anyone let me what capacity AC is required and what is the coast associated.

    Thanks and Regards

    Vikram

40. on 09 Mar 2007 at 12:33 pm40Amitava

    I had purchased a 2nd hand Padmini Deluxe BE 1991 model in the year 2000. I paid Rs. 30,000/- and the first owner had by that time driven it for 21,250 kms. I am quite satisfied with its performance and wish to continue with this car. The only apprehension is the vailability of spares in future. Even now the available spares are not as durable as it used to be earlier.

41. on 09 Mar 2007 at 12:48 pm41Amitava

    I forgot to add that my brother in law drives a Padmini too. 1989 model purchased second hand in the year 1995. Its also giving a great service.

42. on 21 Jan 2008 at 5:01 pm42sumit sinha

    yes i want to buy it.. please tell me your location and the amount u want to sell it…

    tell me fast.. i want it right now.
    my no is
    09828818738

43. on 23 Jan 2008 at 2:11 pm43Fiat 118 ne

    I have 118 ne 95 with A/c, Man its amazing, Not to worry about dents. Power , space. Am just loving it …

44. on 27 Jan 2008 at 2:06 pm44Adheesh

    Hey All Fiat Fans, visit http://www.team-bhp.com/forum (remember the dash) and under the vintage Vintage Car Section you’ll find a dedicated thread from the Fiat Classic Car Club Of India (FCCCI) Hope you enjoy it.

45. on 06 Feb 2008 at 5:12 am45Sundar

    Hi, I own a 1992 Premier Padmini & love it sooo much. This vehicle is converted to LPG & is giving 300 Kms to 1 cylinder.

    FIAT stands for — Fit Item at All Times.

46. on 14 Feb 2008 at 8:04 am46praveen mishra

    hello all of u,

    i have a padmini in runing condiction which we dont want to sell cause it is very close to our hearts and is serving us for a long time . Instead we r looking for some really cool car modifier in delhi who can give our car a great look, if anybody know anyone like this pls mail me at

    praveen_1480@rediffmail.com

47. on 18 Feb 2008 at 8:05 am47philip

    hi all,

    am from kerala. i bought a 1990 premier padmini petrol car two years back. its very powerful in climbing hilly roads in full load even in third gears and often in second gear.I maintain a speed of 100 Km/hr in highways ..iam planned to sell this car and buy a new car…But now i think i shud not sell it..its just amazing. i Am planning to modify my fiat..

    but i cant find any of the modified fiat pics in the net…
    So friends please help me out with some nice pics of premier padmini…PLZ PLZ PLZ………

48. on 18 Feb 2008 at 8:05 am48philip

    hi all,

    am from kerala. i bought a 1990 premier padmini petrol car two years back. its very powerful in climbing hilly roads in full load even in third gears and often in second gear.I maintain a speed of 100 Km/hr in highways ..iam planned to sell this car and buy a new car…But now i think i shud not sell it..its just amazing. i Am planning to modify my fiat..

    but i cant find any of the modified fiat pics in the net…
    So friends please help me out with some nice pics of premier padmini…PLZ PLZ PLZ………

    My EMAIL ID is philipjoel98@yahoo.co.in..

49. on 07 Mar 2008 at 3:28 pm49anand

    i have some lyrics , do u interested. reply me on my email ID

50. on 15 Mar 2008 at 10:35 pm50B.JAYARAMAN

    dear fiat comrades,

    Premier padmini is with me since 1991(model 1989). I am enjoying it.

    I love long drive. to be frank it never gave any trouble in the highway.

    Even Some minor repairs happen, I found some mechanic work shop near by.

    I wonder! Thanks to designer. It is the ONLY ONE CAR, even though seems to be old,

    with running condition giving the pleasure of driving to the PROUD owners.

    Enjoy driving our favourite Premier Padmini!n- All the Best.

    b jayaraman chennai
    16/3/2008

51. on 26 Mar 2008 at 1:44 pm51parth

    I also own a Padmini 1990model. I can still drive it at a good 115 kmph. Recently I started thinking of modifying it to the rally sport.
    Change interiors, gear box, alloy wheels and the stuff. I am from Pune. I donot know where u r from but if u r from but it would be great if u could send me some details as to how to go about this modification task.my no is 09760205211

52. on 14 Apr 2008 at 9:27 am52Sameer

    Hi, I recently got a Premier Padmini 1982 model from my Aunty and want to know more abut this old but great car, can i make it more fuel efficiant and easy steering.

    Sameer

53. on 15 Apr 2008 at 12:50 am53bulletking

    iv a 1975 premier padmini. its a fairly new engine (reworked). its a reliable car ( off course the electricals arent). once this car touches 80 km/hr driving speed.. therez lots of sound in the cabin of the car.. really not tolerable! could anyone tell me how to have this cabin sound reduced!
    another, how do u install airconditioning in such an old car?
    i want to install a new engine, wats the best alternative for hard core raw power?
    where in bangalore could i get a real good garage to carry out these modifications to the engine?
    thankyou guys! id be real oblidged to get all this information

    9880081251

54. on 17 Apr 2008 at 3:35 pm54Samarendra Das

    Dear All
    I am a software engineer working in Hyderabad. I want to buy one fiat and modify it. If any body knows pls make a call 9490926309.

    Thanks and regards

    S. Das

55. on 03 May 2008 at 4:01 pm55A. Chatterjee

    Dear Kapil,

    I am from Chennai and I want to modify my premier padmini and give it a coupe look. Can you lend me some design where from I can have some idea?

    Regards,

    Anir

56. on 06 May 2008 at 8:38 pm56vijai Edilbert

    Dear fans of premier,
    I am using a premier padmini model of 1992. The performance of the vehicle is simply superb.

57. on 25 May 2008 at 9:45 am57Yogesh, Sumit,Ladi, Gauri, Sukhi,Raman

    To day (25/5/2008) we hv purchased a Padmini Premier. We all r passionate abt it.
    We r going to modify it. We love it. It’s so……….cool. u will see it our website soon

    Thanks

58. on 25 May 2008 at 9:46 am58Yogesh, Sumit,Ladi, Gauri, Sukhi,Raman

    To day (25/5/2008) we hv purchased a Padmini Premier(Model: -1965). We all r passionate abt it.
    We r going to modify it. We love it. It’s so……….cool. u will see it our website soon

    Thanks

59. on 02 Jun 2008 at 6:59 am59Krishnamachary VG

    Hi.. I am from Hyderabad. I want to buy Fiat 1100 car and modify it… if any body knows it please let me know.. thanks a lot in advance… vgkchary@hotmail.com

60. on 04 Jun 2008 at 1:55 pm60prakash

    Padmini is the car, which india will never forget
    FIAT RULES INDIA

61. on 04 Jun 2008 at 1:58 pm61Tony

    Padmini / 118 NE, you will never like to be apart from it, once you have driven it.
    just change to radial tyre, bucket seats, bumper, face lift of exterior lights, BET there is no other car on the india roads to beat it.

62. on 08 Jun 2008 at 8:31 am62Ankush

    Hi, All.

    I own a 1986 Premier Padmini. I live in pune. I wanted to find out the address of FiaT Owners club in Pune and also its phone no.
    If anyone knows it please send me the information on ankush.mulay@yahoo.com

63. on 12 Jun 2008 at 5:07 pm63srikanth reddy

    Hi all:
    I’m interested to buy Fiat 118NE diesel, 1995 or later model only in hyderabad with very good running condition. please contact me at 09766399503 or mail me at srikanthreddy@videoconmail.com.

64. on 14 Jun 2008 at 9:33 am64S.RAMASAMY VU3RNO

    HI fiat fans,
    I am RAM from tamilnadu ,nattrasankottai .After Reading all here i am very intersted to buy Fiat 118NE.It is a majestig look and comportaple no one beat it on indian road .thanks to kapilmohan.com

65. on 24 Jun 2008 at 11:32 am65Ajay

    Hey Guys,

    My name is Ajay leaving in Mumbai, im interested in buying a premier padmini close to 90’s model excellent condition. Any help would be appreciated.

    Regards,
    Aj

66. on 24 Jun 2008 at 10:22 pm66Daredevil

    i need wiring diagram for premier padmini where to get it,.,,,,,,,,,,,,, plz help

67. on 26 Jun 2008 at 3:32 am67Nilesh

    Hi all the Guys :
    I’m interested to buy Fiat 118NE diesel, 1995 or later model only in Mumbai with very good running condition. please contact me at 09766399503 or mail me at tikekarnilesh@yahoo.com.

    Regards,

    Nilesh

68. on 28 Jun 2008 at 1:57 pm68Ramesh

    Hi all,

    I am interested in buying an Premier NE 118 -after 1990 model in good running condition. I am from Chennai and I request friends to help me in getting a good vehicle from Chennai.

69. on 02 Jul 2008 at 11:59 pm69ashutosh mishra

    Hello friends,

    Can anyone let me know a website where all great Premier Padmini Workshops, mechanics, parts and all are listed. I am a fan of this car which belonged to dad who departed a few years ago and I have been cheated so far by mechanics who did shoddy work and have not provided me any satisfaction. Please email me on ashutoshprayag@gmail.com Thanks for your help gentlemen. Ashutosh

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