1993 Peugeot 405 GLX review from Norway
"Undervalued. A future classic."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Turn signal relay replaced.
One heater control dashboard light burnt out; a lot of time to replace.
Engine oil disappearing; not sure why, suspect a leak somewhere. Don't see any blue smoke in the exhaust.
Radiator hose leak.
Heated seats don't get warm.
Replaced battery in key, remote central locking worked for a couple of days, now doesn't work anymore (though central locking works via key in driver's door).
Tiny rust spots on top of back doors; sanded off and retouched.
General comments?
I bought this car as a cheap runabout just for getting to work; but I often leave my other, newer, car in the garage because the 405 is such a pleasure to drive.
I bought it 10 years old from the proverbial "one careful owner from new" and it is in very good shape, inside and out.
Great styling. Doesn't look dated even though it was first produced in the '80s.
Nice driving position and ergonomics. A bit basic, but doesn't feel cheap.
Very comfy, also in the back. The kids like to take this car, even though our other car is a minivan.
Good-sized luggage area.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 91000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 95000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Primera |
| Date of Entry | 4th April, 2004 |