1997 Peugeot 306 GTi 6 review from UK and Ireland
"Wonderful to drive, just watch that cam-belt!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Small leak in aerial allowed rainwater in, damaging remote alarm sensor. Required reseal and new sensor approx £80 total.
Cam-belt snapped at 52000 miles!!!
Peugeot recommends replacement after 72000 miles. Cost approx £2400 with Peugeot paying 30% of that.
General comments?
This car is fantastic fun to drive and the performance is superb.
However Changing the Cam-belt at half the recommended mileage is a must as Peugeot have got it wrong. I think they have based their estimations on a basic 306. Shame they know so little about their own cars.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 52500 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 323 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd January, 2003 |