Faults:

Rust in the wiring loom cost us 500 notes to sort out, took some tracing as the problem was actually the engine fan cutting in at will when the car was parked up flattening the battery.

Head gasket went at 59K miles, another 700 notes, watch out for this one as Peugeot have now redesigned the head gasket and the replacement is nothing like the original (poor initial design I fear).

Cooling problems, this time was caused by the radiator cap.

General Comments:

A great car to drive, very nippy, all the power is 4500 RPM plus so if you want the pulling power, leave those gear changes late.

Handles like a dream pitches into corners great and holds on, can't help feeling it has so much more to give if you've got a real big pair between your legs.

Downsides, basic inside (although seats are very nice), no where to put drinks, food or other basic storage needs, dash rattles at high speeds. Ashtray in a stupid place and a nightmare to use while driving. Glovebox the most stupid thing I've ever seen.

Faults:

Both electric window motors have needed replacing.

New starter motor at 48000 miles.

New windscreen wiper motor at 50000 miles.

Doors lock and unlock themselves while driving along.

General Comments:

Overall, the car has been very reliable.

The engine performance is impressive - even at 133000 miles it does not require oil top ups between servicing.

Having said this, the electrical problems have let the car down badly.

Faults:

Airbag light kept coming on - apparently a common fault due to wires being chaffed under drivers seat when sliding forward to get to rear seats.

Front seats upholstery although not coming off, is badly designed allowing the filler to be visible if not tidied up.

General Comments:

Gear ratio set for quick acceleration and fast low gear corners, which the car does fantastically well.

Downside is that 5th gear is perfect for 30mph in town, but then has to drive you through the rest of the speed clock up to 100mph+

Fuel economy not bad for engine size ~ 33mpg for usual driving, but drinks shed lots more over 75mph.

Faults:

There are a few creaks from the dashboard at low speeds.

The front seats are starting to wear.

General Comments:

The car is great fun to drive, it handles brilliantly.

The fuel return is superb, even when driven hard.

This is a car that will become a classic due to its gorgeous looks and ageless styling.

My previous car was an Orion Ghia with EFi, compare the two cars on every pointer and the D turbo wins every time.

The D turbo has to be the best car in its class, its performance, reliability and its gorgeous looks make it stand out from the rest by a very long way.

Faults:

Air bag warning light flashing at 46,500 miles. Dealers sorted the problem out under warranty.

Air bag warning light flashing, again, a day later, but the problem was sorted for good.

Dashboard rattles a little occasionally.

Excessive wind noise at 60+MPH.

General Comments:

Generally I am pleased with the car.

Handling is very good.

The performance is very quick for a diesel.

Quite a lot of engine mods for this car, if you're into that sort of thing.

Looks damned sexy too!