1991 Peugeot 405 Mi16 review from North America
"A beautiful piece of junk!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My timing belt broke at only 37,000 miles, which caused all 16 valves to bend!
Climate control computer broke down at about 38,000 miles. I had A/C, but I didn't have heat! $2800.
Anti-freeze leaked on my pedals all the time.
Plenty of electrical trouble.
Three water pump troubles.
Twice had to replace the starter.
Leaking sunroof.
Many other problems, too many to write about.
General comments?
The Mi16 is a beautiful car.
The Mi16 is fun to drive, whenever you are able to get it out of the repair shop.
I bought the car for $24,000. I put on the ground effects. I chromed the rims. I tinted the windows. It made people turn their heads. But, I was only able to get $5600 for the car.
My advice to all Mi16 owners: Get rid of the car if you still have it!
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| 1990 - 405 mi16 1.9 twin cam 16v High performance, lacking in build quality |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 14 miles |
| Most recent distance | 54000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 16th January, 2002 |