1998 Peugeot 106 rallye review from UK and Ireland
"Rare performance idol, better than a VTR"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
New disks and pads all round within a week of purchase - car not driven for months previous.
Back box came off - replaced with stainless steel system - too loud!
Two off side drop links.
Two front bearings.
CV joint failing.
Gear crunch.
General comments?
This car handles and drives like no other and the engine pulls aggressively throughout the rev range.
Slightly weaker acceleration than the gti and other more powerful cars gets frustrating at times, but the car revs so willing and can tackle any corner at any speed, it makes up for it.
My car is so loud though, long hauls can be very draining, and driving through town causes everyone to look either in disgust or to admire - I've seen more Nissan Skylines on the road than rallyes since I bought mine 18 months ago!
The ride is reassuringly firm - not for the girls and make up! And body roll is minimum.
No other car can offer this much fiz for so little cash, but build quality will not mach even ford. My car got broken into the other day by the door being bent open from the top and was quoted £800 for a new one from Richwoods at Goole! No chance.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 22000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Suzuki Swift |
| Date of Entry | 1st December, 2003 |