Peugeot 206 (1998 - 2009) 2.0 HDi LX (90bhp) 3d (AC) (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I don't really care! It's a stylish little car, but it is knocking on a bit now and replaced by the 207 and 208.

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

Friends and family like the look of it, but don't like sitting in the back (3dr) !

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, because it is reliable, very nippy, really economical and well equipped.

What are you likely to buy next?

Nothing for a while... something bigger.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,050

When did you buy the car?

February 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, the seller had spent £1000 on the car in the last 6 months, and I bought it for £1050!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Drove well, had lots of history and was a great price.

What was the dealer like?

N/A private seller.

What's it like to drive?

Fun and characterful! Acceleration is very good, and you need never go above 3000 rpm. Keeps up very well on the motorway. Ride is very comfortable. Gearchange is a little notchy when cold, though, and no ABS. In the wet, understeer is dreadful, probably due to the heavy engine.

What's it like to park?

Easy, it's only small.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing, apart from the trip computer has shown a couple of engine warning messages, took it to the garage to re-set and there was nothing actually wrong.

What's most practical about your car?

The back seats are really cramped, but the boot is a reasonable size. Lots of little cubby holes. Fuel consumption is great - I average around 53 mpg with mixed roads.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auto headlights and wipers are very nice. This one has the electric sunroof which I love, even though it does squeak / rattle a little bit.