1992 Peugeot 405 Mi 16 review from Australia and New Zealand
"This is not a city car, it likes a winding, open road"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Gearbox crunchy, synchromesh slow.
Power steering seems to take a while to warm up.
Catalytic converter burned out.
Radiator cap replaced.
Harmonic balance replaced 130,000km plus timing chain.
General comments?
I bought this car on the net from Melbourne and drove it immediately to Brisbane, 1850 km, over two days. It did not miss a beat.
I decided to buy it rather than a BMW 318is, which is also 1900cc, but slower and dearer. The Peugeot handles brilliantly, has 30mpg consumption, but a heavy and slow gearbox. Some models came with timber trim, but this one has the glass sunroof, leather, 5 speed box with a very tall first gear and all electrics.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 145000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 150000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan EXA |
| Date of Entry | 27th March, 2005 |