Peugeot 206 Coupe Cabriolet (2001 - 2007) 1.6 HDi Allure 2d (DAC+CC) (2006/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I thought it might say classy to begin with - but soon changed my mind when I realised what a rubbish car it is

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They think it looks good - some friends have or have had peugots and all feel sorry for me - they've all had problems

Would you buy this car again and why?

Absolutely not - I just wish I could get rid of it

What are you likely to buy next?

I really don't know - the main thing I will do before I making a decision is to look at hundreds of reviews to make sure I don't make a bad choice again

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£15,000

When did you buy the car?

September 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Standard price for new car

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

seemed to be good value - aesthetic appeal

What was the dealer like?

Terrible - apart from 2 of the staff they were rude, ignorant, patronising - a downright disgrace

What's it like to drive?

Not much power for a 1.6 - had small cars that seem to have more power

What's it like to park?

No problem

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes - too many things to mention all: 4 weeks after purchase I had to have a completely new gearbox All oil had to be changed after 6 weeks constant problems cropping up with automatic transmission - cutting out whilst driving - doesn't start - i could go on and on

What's most practical about your car?

Nothing

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The hard hood option for cabriolet - though I hate it so much I have rarely bothered to use it