1985 Peugeot 205 Lacoste (XR) review from Norway
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing essential before:
Steering shaft, 115.000km/11 years.
Fuel gauge.
Electric windows, motor.
R. bearing arm (in English?), 125.000km.
Clutch, 125.000km.
Gear transmission, 128.000km.
Distributor (regulator), 130.000km.
Exhaust pipe rusty, 130.000km.
L. bearing arm, 135.000km.
Washer pump front (electrical fault).
Heater regulator (electrical fault) 139.000km/15 years.
Leakage, sun roof (since new).
A bit of rust here and there (extremely damp surroundings).
General comments?
Great car for snowy, steep Norwegian hills, always gets me where I want to go.
Quick, fun to drive.
Easy to repair (use your ears!).
First model in '83, but still got "the looks".
She was my second 205 and my 4th Peugeot. My 5th Peugeot is a 309. Five Peugeots out of seven cars says it all.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1986 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 140000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Peugeot 205 |
| Date of Entry | 26th January, 2001 |