2003 Fiat Ducato reviews

Fiat Ducato 11JTD double cab 2003

We bought this van secondhand because we had to make regular 1000 mile trips with bulky loads and several people. It is fitted with a custom double cab and the 11JTD engine. The turbo was whistling like a banshee when we purchased, but Fiat replaced it under the 2 year guarantee without any quibbles. Since then we have had no serious problems at all with it. Minor complaints are the lack of power (not a problem in flat country, but annoying in mountains), wind noise at speeds over 65 mph (especially with cross winds), and frequent bulb failure in the headlights. Virtues are the excellent driving position and ergonomic driving seat, excellent visibility when manoeuvering and reliability. Now she’s 8 years old and has 160k on the clock she’s showing signs of dowdiness and must be replaced. I hope we can find a suitable replacement.