1990 Peugeot 405 GLD review from UK and Ireland
"Superb engine trapped in a dungeon of dodgy French electronics!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Needed new head gasket as soon as I bought it.
CV joints knock badly.
Some sort of electrical fault. If I leave the battery terminal on over-night, battery is flat come morning guaranteed. Tried all manner of things, from new alternators, batteries, fuses the lot. Checked electrical system and it shows an all clear!
Rear doors don't unlock with remote.
General comments?
A superb car to drive. Plenty of space and nice and comfy on long runs.
The good old diesel has done over 218000 miles, and still runs fine providing I take the battery terminal off every night.
It has a few problems, but rest assured it just keeps on going, soldiering on.
Runs excellent on Bio-Diesel, pulls a good 50-55 MPG, and although it has a few faults I just can't bare to part with it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 210459 miles |
| Most recent distance | 218739 miles |
| Previous car | Fiat Uno |
| Date of Entry | 30th December, 2003 |