1987 Peugeot 305 GTX review from Malaysia
"An understated car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Motor rebuilt after 12 years.
Suspension replaced after 8 years.
Dashboard meter cover cracked after 10 years.
Brake rotor discs replaced after 9 years.
Seat cloth worn out.
Needs a good repainting job.
General comments?
Undercarriage still good. Excellent torque and pulling power at lower revs. Still manage to get 16km/liter (38 mpg) on the highway. Comfort level excellent. Car is great on long distances. Body still okay - no rust. Great suspension.
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| This model of Peugeot is the perfect concept of an automobile: efficient, no-nonsense and reliable. |
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| Bullet Proof |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 226000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Daihatsu Charade |
| Date of Entry | 24th March, 2000 |