1975 Peugeot 504 GL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Best car ever?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake load compensator.
Brake master cylinder.
Carburetor worn.
Steering rack boot.
Front springs.
HT leads, belts, plugs, thermostat and other service items.
General comments?
Bought this car cheap to drive and fix up. When I first got it, someone had painted it in red oxide and cut the front springs. I have since re-painted it in its original dark green and done a bit of work to it.
It now goes great, though not the fastest car on the road, it is very comfortable and quite reliable.
Most of the work I have done so far was due to neglect from previous owners, the air filter element was disintegrated from old age for instance. It is one of the best cars Peugeot (or anyone else) has made, far better than the Porsche 924 it replaced or the Peugeot 306XSI I also own.
Buy one that has been well looked after and it will be great for many years.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1975 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 82000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 101000 miles |
| Previous car | Porsche 924 |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2009 |