I honestly think this is one of the best car reviews I've ever seen (and I watch plenty of them). Also, you guys are absolutely terrific! It's great that Elton's given you so much pleasure but, believe me, sharing your adventures with such generosity has brought so much joy into my life, and I'll never be able to thank you enough 😀🤣🥰

I have my Ami since two weeks, 1000km made and it makes so much fun to drive! Even as a Tesla owner 😅

Great review. Elton has brought a lot of us joy. Without him this channel would be very different, and I wouldn’t have a t-shirt, bag, mug and key rings 😀. I think I will own an Ami one day. My Smart EQ ForTwo suits me better right now - I have to drive longer distances in our very rural area, and often on fast roads. I was lucky enough to drive the first Ami in the UK, and it reminded me of when I first had a Smart in 2001. Everyone was smiling and waving, and I just laughed the whole time 😂

Wow......the 18 months have certainly flown by. A great review 👍. Years ago back in the 80s, we were skint with 2 young children. We needed a car to replace our clapped out one, and decided to buy a Lada. As you probably know, the Lada was a cheap car and it's design totally ridiculed, but like the Ami, it served it's purpose in transporting us around. Any mode of transport has pros and cons, so as you stated, best to do your research before purchasing.

I’m ‘considering’ one - if it eventually gets here in rural, hilly Ireland, well my bit anyway - to replace my 1970 FIAT 500. 499cc of air-cooled, slow entertainment. A local, fun runaround. My main car being a Citroën C3 Aircross. I had an original, tatty Ami estate back in Sussex in 1978…. Loved it! Love your video’s too. (I'm nearly 66 now - 'speed' days gone. :-)

Love your review, I have found everything you say on this to be true in my case as well. I have had mine since the 5th of January, done nearly 2000 miles, and have enjoyed every minute of the snow, ice, rain and sunshine. It takes all the boxes I required, and put a smile on everybody’s face!! Also rainX anti fog on the inside windows works very well. Keep up the good work!

Great video Tim. Good to know Elton still going strong + It's been driven mostly with two people + dog in it. + luggage + several action cams attached. - So not just a flimsy little plastic car that's gonna fall apart after 5 minutes.

Best thing about your Ami is that it's introduced you to us, and I've really enjoyed this window on your lives and your lovely locale. You should be paid by the local tourist board 😊

Another midweek video ❤ I’ve had my Ami Tonic for 4 weeks and have covered 150 miles and just love it. Your right it’s the most looked at vehicle and I think we will see many more. Great videos 👍👍❤️

That really was a superb review Tim covering all areas of ownership and importantly being brutally honest. You have both been good ambassadors for the Citroen Ami and probably helped to sell a few too 😉 I would say you’ve become quite attached to your little Elton

Congratulations guys. 5,000 miles of experiences, fun and entertainment. Great value for money too. Roll on the next 5,000 miles 🙂

Really enjoy your videos! Sadly mine had leaking issues from start and some other problems. Today after a few months a replacement arrived and it was even worse. Flimsy, poorly aligned, hump in the floor and even the badge on back was falling off. Real shame as love driving the Ami, I just want a good one! Hopefully will be third time lucky! Best wishes Ant

Hi, nice balanced review. A benefit I have is that you having an Ami brought me to the channel initially and I've spent many happy hours watching, including pre Elton content.

great in depth review and milestone for Elton, I guess this little car (quad) is very suitable for urban environment and minor open road trips, low running costs and amazing value for money. these midweek videos are truly wonderful, thanks Tim.

Thanks Time for the thoughtful and thorough recap, much appreciated, I for those with only time enough for the 'full-meal' review, your summary from 18:00 seems to cover the last 18 months quite well. At 9:00 and in regards to extension cables, at 220v and about 2000 watts of charge, you are only going to need about 9amps of current, so a 50ft (15m), #14 wire gauge extension cord should only lose about 3volts and 30watts energy. I'd probably suggest using at least #14 (smaller numbers are larger wire) and not #16 or #18 extension cable. In regards to the Hell's Angels and Quentin Crisp's take, the Hell's Angels used to have their national reunion at a Rodeo in 'Angels Camp' California my father used to help produce and MC, and along with several of his cowboy buddies ended up picking a fight with Sonny Barger, the most infamous "Big Daddy" of the Hell's Angels and the leaders of the gang. 'The Angels' got the worst of the thumping and and spent a night in jail, while the cowboys were heroes in the eyes of the police and locals. But the next day after bailing out of Jail Sunny and his leaders, after the Rodeo came back to the rodeo and offered a hand of friendship, and my father and other cowboys honorary life-time memberships in the Hell's Angels. My father accepted the offer and apologized sucker-punching Sunny, to which Sunny replied "I'm a lover not a fighter". Over the years Sunny and my father became friends and, from what I recall of the Hell's Angels of the time, they were more a society of rebels and misfits with a sense justice, than thuggish criminals, and I enjoyed your brief homage.

That was a positive review. Keep the good times rolling...

Well that is quite clear, you are really very satisfied with your Citroën AMI just like I am with my Opel Rocks Electric. I haven't had it as long as you, but I'm very pleased with it! It has become a really nice review, thank you!

A very balanced realistic review of a great little car. Very helpful to those of us thinking of buying one.

Thank you very much for this. I have been debating whether to get the Ami for a while. This helps a lot in the decision-making process.

Good review! Not for everyone but for those who can accept its limitations and the intended purpose of the Ami, it might just bring joy and light to your life.

Thanks for the great, honest and down to brass tacks review. Really glad you have enjoyed your year with the Ami. Looking forward to seeing future journeys and vistas. Maybe Citroen will give you a free Mark 2 Ami, if and when that might happen, for all you review work. Thanks again. Maurice from Malvern Uk.y

That was really interesting Tim. I do wonder how an Ami would cope with hilly Sheffield in the freezing winter. Like you say, don't expect it to be supercar and enjoy it for what it is. You certainly can't complain at those running costs! Anyway, love the channel and so glad I discovered you a few months ago, hope to see lots more content chaps. 🐶

Bravo guys, thank you so much for all your efforts

Ours is due to arrive in August. We're looking forward to it. We are in our 80s and just potter around our suburb. I've so enjoyed the journey with you guys.

this was by far the best review that I saw about this car, thank you it really helped me

Great advice, Tim .. i have owned a Smart 450 for 17 years now from new ... and i wanted to go electric.. but a new Smart E is ridiculous money .. So the Ami fits the bill ...just as you say people like Barrie C and others on KZfaq have put me off and being in the UK driver's ain't to courteous to say the least even in the Smart i get pushed around a lot by other road users ... So im still in two minds ... You have seriously made me feel better about the Ami so fingers crossed 🤞.. take care as always 🙏 thanks 👍

Excellent and fun channel but very professionally made. More please :-)

Most of the things you mentioned would be actually easily upgradable / improvable, but what we should absolutely never expect is style like a Bentley. This is the right thing for cheap and easy transport around town. It is the right thing for elderly people, for students and for everyone who prefer going longer distances by using public transport. You made that very clear. Fair and knowledgable assessment!

I think if you live in France without a driving licence it makes perfect sense. In the UK, where you need a car licence - less compelling.

I always enjoy your videos and will continue to watch them because you always put a great big smile on my face , however the Citroen garage near me talked me out of buying one😅😅😅

Mister Me and Mister Boo and Elton! Can't believe how time has elapsed, but it has,& if anyone is fit to give an update on Ami ownership it's you Tim! Bloody hell its been to the moon & back 😅😅🎉 seriously though i think you hit the nail on the head...people need to realise it is NOT a car as such, but people being people expect a lot out of nothing!!!!!!!!! The Ami is fine for certain conditions fact! The okd saying ' A man must know hos limitations' also goes for owning an ami too! Really enjoying watching your adventures on the channel & youvhavw a great blend of humour & fun & everything that makes the channel 'work' 😊😊 stay well & obviously stay charged 🎉

Great honest review. I really the little Ami, got to sit in one at FullyChargedLive however it just wouldn’t suit my lifestyle or usage case unfortunately. Love your channel and humour, it’s a little bit of escapism watching your adventures around the French Riviera

Great review. In 2025 these will pay uk road tax like all evs. I can pick up a bimmer forr under 2k, the gorgeous e39, which leaves 6k for fuel and repairs.

Excellent and honest review Tim :)

Great review :) I charge my leaf on 2.2kw cable all the time with a home made 30m extension . It's very heavy duty and it doesn't even get warm so it's fine to use extension , just make sure it's good quality :)

A very articulate and well thought out review

That is the most balanced review I’ve seen on the Ami. Well done but we want to see more of Twiggy please🥰

Great review. To me the ami makes perfect sense for commuting into work; into the city and doing the local shopping trip. I’m glad Citroen created this

A fair and honest review 👏🏼

Big thumbs up for this interesting review! Best, Rob

A very balanced view on a vehicle which was designed as an affordable mode of transport and is of course not a car as we know having owned an old 2 cv many years ago cheap to run and paid peanuts for it do get a bit peeved when I see some of the silly comments on build quality it is what it is

Brilliant review, as usual

Lovely honest review. I ditched my ICE car 2 years ago and bought an e-bike. My daily work commute is 4 miles each way on mostly cycle lanes. Even in winter in Scotland, I’ve managed just fine. Some decent waterproof and warm clothing and it’s no problem. For longer trips, I take the bike on the train. If I ever needed a car, and so far I haven’t, I can just hire one. I have two large panniers on the rear rack that easily fits 2 big shopping bags for the weekly grocery shop. It is definitely possible to live without a large car, it just depends on your personal circumstances. No road tax, no high fuel costs, no expensive annual servicing and replacing parts, no expensive insurance, and yes you can save plenty of money.

Never heard about this one before but it looks awesome! I need a go-to-work car and this would suit me just fine. It even has way more range than I really need!

Great balanced review! For me, this is the future of electric cars; not huge heavy SUVs. One question: how would one perform in climbing a steep hill with 2 people and a full weekly shop on board?

Driving the MINI SE watching this. Mine is bought around same time as yours. Of course mine is an actual car and has Air conditioning, etc. but done way more than 5000 miles. Too bad that i can't keep it when i get the Porsche Cross Turismo

Awesome reviens! Thank you very much!

One subject not addressed: Safety (actual and perceived)

I wonder what the total cost of ownership for something like this is over its entire designed service life, and what the manufacturer's expected lifespan actually is.

Ive visited the Château de Chambord, designed by Leonardo da Vinci. They once jammed some holes in the bottom of the staircase which is à piece of art. They found that it was too cold and didn t understand all this air circulation between two walls. But after a while, humidity settled into the walls. So they removed the insulation and it came back to normal. All that air circulation was designed to dry up condensation. So this to say that you shouldn t try to jam these holes in the car for they help keep the steam lower than with the holes stuck . There are some very useful anti steam cloth that help fighting the steam to settle in.

Great informative videos! 👏👏They’ve inspired me to get an ami! One question though if you don’t mind me asking, what insurance have you got for it? I’m struggling to find one as all the insurers still ask for a drivers license!

An honest review of the Ami. Pros and Cons and FUN.

I really need help! Do I buy a normal Citroën Ami or the Citroën Ami Buggy??? I live in the Netherlands and don’t know what to choose…

Ami has a magic that i cannot explain… I own a Tesla which also shares that kind of magic. I believe both these cars have found a balance between joy, practicallity, and mainly putting the driver at the center of attention. I finally decided and bought an Ami buggy just a month ago, because of your videos. The buggy is excellent for southern countries like Spain, Italy, Greece (my location) and etc.. Because of the lack of doors, there is no need for air conditioning, so it is like riding a motorcycle. Winter is not too cold, so you just dress in a warmer jacket, and you are fine. Keep doing these videos and spreading this magic to everyone👍

I'd love to get one, though they're not available in Canada. I suspect they wouldn't fare well during a Canadian prairie winter when temperatures drop to -25ºC and lower … and that's before calculating the windchill.

Hello! I have been following your videos which I think are fantastic. I own an Ami that has 5000km on it. Currently when driving I hear a noking behind the left wheel, more when the road is uneven. In Portugal, the roads with granite stone parallels make it very noisy in the interior. OK! But the noise is very unpleasant. Any ideas to solve this problem? Thank you so much.

Great review. Will it ever come to America? Also, what will new versions be like? Will they have solar windows or Perovskite coatings to trickle charge the car, possibly enough so it never needs external charging? Will they fix the steam/AC issues?

Hanging on to my zero road tax 60mpg Alto for as long as poss.

yes,the "ami" looks great and i would be eager to buy one, but it seems to be impossible to get one in switzerland. i find it is really a shame ,that i can not get one in swiss after this vehicule is by now nearly 3 years in production.

i got mine yesterday and it is all your fault! thank you for testing everything out !

A brilliant presentation!

That certainly seems to be built reasonably well. If they'd make one that'd maintain 55mph, it'd probably sell well in the USA. Heck, if there was an affordable car that did 55 and would do 80 miles and charge off 120v in 8 hours or less, I'd be interested.

Brilliant car. Well done Citroen, we need more of this leftfield approach.

Great - what camera do you use as the video quality is amazing 🤔

Cool channel and quadracycle! Please balance your audio so that the interstitial music isn’t so much louder than your voice. It’s jolting.

I have subscribed to your channel right now for one reason only . You said you have never been able to drive before this car is battery run , needs no license in uk . I’m 60 years old at 17 they would not allow me to take a test because I couldn’t see the number plate at 20 meters , even tho I wore glasses from the age of 9years . ALL MY LIFE IVE WANTED TO DRIVE , , HAD MY EYES CHECKED REGULARLY , ALWAYS SAME REPLY YOU CAN SEE THE SIZE IN LETTERS AS AREON A NUMBER PLATE ,,, BUT CANT DO IT OUTSIDE , what made you get one please because now I’m very excited to test drive and buy . Please Please reply . Great video now I will check the rest of them . Thanks

First chinese diesel night heater conversion? Want a MK1 as newer ones seem poor build quality

im 18 and considering getting this as my first car. Torn between either this or an m2 competition; with this i could buy it upfront but with the m2 ill have to pay credit

Ooh to the err, to the M-iss-us! I haven't been flashed in decades!

To stop the windows steaming up rub shaving cream into the glass then wipe it off it sounds crazy but it works!

How about tinting the glass a bit instead of the shade still see out clearly and bring the temperature down and when parked cover the car with a cheap outside cover seconds to take off and seconds to put on that will keep the car an awful lot cooler

For the top window, i use a mirror film, is much more efficient to reduce T° than the simple curtain...

Hiya from Charente Maritime.Must be ok cos you have been running it for how long?

First impression: It’s built for looks, and I bet you get some!

Totally fair review. Great quadracycle not a Rangerover replacement. Although better built than a Fiat panda....🥴

Hey Tim, Fiat has just unveiled the Topolino which is their version of the Ami, what is your opinion on it?

Really intrigued about the Ami

We live on a fairly steep hill-----Is there a limitation on the gradient that it will climb that you have had trouble with?

Now you are an experienced driver, Tim, do you fancy taking a driving test for an automatic hybrid car to get a better range??

That's silly that the Regen doesn't start until it drops down that much. But v cool car. Wish we had one over here in the states

I can’t believe you only traveled 8,000 km in 18 month’s! Glad you’re happy with your Elton 🎉

Tim. you no speak with forked tongue - agree 100%

Seeing the 3D print to plug the "ventilation", I got an idea about making some device for the charging stations missing a door.

hI THERE I HAVE BEEN FOLLWING your videos which are great , l am thinking of buying one in the UK , it comes with a 2 pin plus socket do you or can you plug it in to your home electric socket , because l am thinking if you can with an uk 13amp adaptor i could get over the charging problem

I wonder what the NCAP rating is on the Ami

I hate that journos always call these 'city cars'. As your reviews have proved, they're equally suited to low mileage rural or semi-rural use. My mountain home in Portugal is 13km from the nearest shop and 25km to the nearest city. We do 600-800km per month in our Hyundai i20 and an Ami would cover 95% of my daily mileage. Saving up for one right now.

i have the opel rocks e and year tire issue has it as well but they dont want to fix it. they claim this is no issue for driving stability and the wear if the tires wont matter because the tires are cheap. there is driving stability issue with that if it is wet the car hops left to right on a straight road if you drive over manholes and hydrants. also the steering geometry is also not right, on bumpy corners the steering angle the inner and outer tire changes massively some times i have the feeling the car floats like a boot and it is wet this is a safety concern. the problem here is the suspension is not adjustable and even it is the car is to narrow for standard alignment systems. i drove mine to a aixam dealer and they where shocked how poorly this thing is made. they found i had a broken suspension arm in the rear. this box welded thing where your wheelbase is connected to. a first they won work on an said i should go to opel and let it repair it for free because it is a safety concern made from factory. i told them i was by opel and they cant fine any issues so i drove it to you. they called opel and after 3h or so they called me back and said they will repair this and try to fix all the other issues i had and opel pays for under warranty. now my rocks e drives straight but they had to do some work to get it right it took 3 weeks to fix this. they had some welding to do in order to make it right. i know the ami/rocks e are cheap but build quality is in some places dangerous especial on places they shouldn't. they looked up the battery and charger system but there was no issue at all. this structure is solid and well made and the electronics and wiring are good quality. they told me the charger is capable of 14A (3000W) continuously but set to 8A (1800w) i thoght about to change it but i have at home only 8A and 10A breakers so i dont want is to change because they also said me this is a basic passive top leveling charger without inbound power control so no adaptive power draw. if you set it on 8A it draws 8A if you set ist on 14 it will draw 14A it does not test if your circuit can handle this. it is like a normal battery charger like for your phone or your 12v car battery. funny thing the 12v battery gets charged from a DC to DC converter that is directly connected to battery leads after the safety contractor thats activated if you charge or your ignition is on and this is able of 500w so a 12v cigarette lighter connector would be possible. maybe PSA thought about this option and scraped it in the end. i have now a better understanding how everything works and why those limits are where they are. I have no doubt that this thing won't last 15 years or more on the first battery, but as for the frame, I don't know. I think the electronics will survive longer than the frame. Some areas are not well coated and are already rusting.

Sounded like a very balanced review. 8.000km already??? I feel like i have been with you for at least 4.000 of them 🤣 and my driving experience with you and mon ami has been great! I cannot remember that you ever mentioned tax or insurance for the ami - isn't that a part of the running cost as well? For many, many more kilometers to come - all the best!

How easy it to change the battery pack over ? Friend of Dorothy wants to know.

Excellent Information Given. It is undeniable the Ami was made for Warm Countries. In the UK it's life expectancy is two and a half years because of the very bad Manufacturing. No real Manufacturing Company would allow such bad welding. The Metal Frame starts rusting very quickly. Citroen was Informed but as always, they have done nothing to fix those problems.

Did you read about the italian guy upgrading (reflashing) the central unit to 70kmh for 400 euros? I know it is illegal, but maybe this could be tested on private roads. You might be able to get a deal.

Its the modern day 2cv, Quirky, Fun, odd looking and cheap to buy and run as was the 2cv. And like the 2cv its not a limo or a drivers car but it will do a job.

I would love to buy one….

Hi guys 🇬🇧

We should get our Ami next week but are finding the insurance quotes ridiculous:900 euro per year with 600 euro excess. Anyone know if this is the going rate? We have driving licences but no no claims bonus.

I would love to have one or the new topolino but sadly in Finland these things are priced at 12-14k € used and with that price its just no go.

as a trained mechanic, and years of experience, I think you will find that when the ani is loaded the outside of the wheel at the top is angled in a way that lifts the outside of the wheel off the road surface, it is a common fault with trail (swing) arm suspension, is as the arm goes up, the worse the angle of the wheel. two ways to counter act this both require firming up the suspension so not really advisable on the ami, is because firming up the suspension means a harder ride. and that is to either replacing the springs for harder coils, or getting spacers put onto the suspension coils. my advice would just be to replace the tires every few thousand miles, as long as not every 7000 miles.

I want one!👍

I love the Ami, want to buy one primarily to embarrass my older kids and make people laugh at me. My 11 year old is a fan. Not for sale in Ireland though but might import one from France.

When I was in Colorado, I was scared to go fast down the mountains. The locals would honk and give me the finger and whip around me. I wonder if this guy took his tiny little car up and down any mountains with the locals honking. I'd love to drive a little car like that, but not with the big rude SUV's you'll see on our roads.