1999 Peugeot 406 Rapier review from UK and Ireland
"I hate it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fuel sender unit at tank went after 3000 miles.
Fuel sender unit at tank went again after 30000 miles.
Loss of power on motorway due to engine management fault at 50000 miles - fixed by an independent garage.
Car went on fire on its own after a fifty mile journey at 125000 miles - front half burnt out - write off.
General comments?
Don't leave children alone in this car - it may go on fire.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 HDI Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125000 miles |
| Previous car | Renault 19 |
| Date of Entry | 25th August, 2007 |