Peugeot 306 Hatchback (1993 - 2001) 1.8 XS 3d (AC) (2000/W) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

People always say its a tidy motor and how much it cost? they seem to suggest its a nice looking car without being flash, while also not seeming like a cheap car. It probably has a better image than the top of the range gt6 mind the green colour isnt the best colour being by the sea side.

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

They seem to like it, my auntie whose cousin owned it misses being driven around in it compared to a new astra, she saids it was a smoother drive(?)

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes without a doubt, it has the right amount of pace for 99% of occasion without being too thirsty, its practical fun to drive and most of all looks fantastic, it doesnt look 7 years old!!!

What are you likely to buy next?

I had considered maybe a 307 but i have heard stories of unreliabilty which i dont like. Something with style and bit of pace but not too much, after all the speed limit on the motorway is 70mph so whats the point of a 155mph car??

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,300

When did you buy the car?

March 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a good deal bearing in mind the rareness of this model in the adverts, the only problem i have is the air conditioning currently not working but everything else does so i am happpy and i will get the air condition done for a price for which i could still sell the car.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I bought it as my cousin had owned the car nd i knew it would was a great car to drive and was in great condition so great to own!

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Its fantastic in short!!!! The brakes are sharp so work at all speeds relatively well, The tyres and alloys provide the confidence in corners to enjoy it where legal and yet feel totally safe. The engine has power in all areas and so can be just nippy around town if needs be or quick on a country road for overtaking or speeding up on motorway. The only little niggles are the slightly stiff clutch and the ride can be a tad hard over pot holes.

What's it like to park?

Its relatively easy with a surprisingly flat back and power steering, even has electric mirrors so can check you havent curbed alloys in tight gaps parking.

Have you had any problems with the car?

The cd player needs a lense cleaner cd but every button on the car still works.!!! A fog light went recently but i know its just a bulb that needs replacing so will be cheap to replace. I use the car regularly over a surprising long distance for a student at university but nothing major or unexpected has gone wrong.

What's most practical about your car?

Despite being bearly bigger than my old polo (it is only slightly), i can carry 4 adults with comfort, take a big boot load of luggage and despite a big engine get 35 easily on a run without being a christian driver.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The remote stereo controls and the automatic windscreen wipers combine with the excellent stereo and great alloys and tyres to give a great combination of fun handling and relax driving!