Peugeot 206 (1998 - 2009) 1.1 Sport 3d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

If you're like me you just love the looks and want something that looks ok around town etc.

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

Most people will tell you your car looks nice whatever make or model really.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I most likely will stay away from Peugeot's in future. That driving position and pedal arrangement along with the gearbox wont justify spending money on another.

What are you likely to buy next?

I have owned German and Japanese cars in the past. After this car I fancy another if I am blunt.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,100

When did you buy the car?

October 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. The car was fairly priced and had low miles

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

The price and the looks

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

I can't say it's great. The first thing you notice is the pedals are very close together so unless you have a small pair of trainers on you most likely will clips the other pedals. Bulky trainers or boots can cause issues. The driving position is really awkward to put it mildly. Your arms are strecthed out and legs always bent at the knees. The best you can hope for is an OK position that you will get used to rather than a comfortable one to start with. The gearbox is another thing that many words could be used to describe such as 'loose' and 'vague'. 1st gear can be difficult to select which is annoying at junctions etc and the whole experience just seems clunky. Visibilty isnt great due to those sweeping curves at the rear glass so parking and reversing takes extra care.

What's it like to park?

The car is fairly small and the steering very light so on the whole its simple enough. The main thing is the rear visibilty isn't great.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not yet touch wood

What's most practical about your car?

I can't say it has any standout features that would out perform other cars of its class but it's small enough for easy parking and has alot of storage pockets that come in handy. The remote locking is good if your hands are tied up with shopping etc

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The electric air con and heating unit is different from the standard dial arrangement on some smaller cars and gives the dashboard a nicer look.