Peugeot 307 Hatchback (2001 - 2007) 2.0 XSi 5d (AC) (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That i couldnt afford a golf gti but in the end im very glad i got this car instead.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
they cant belive ive still got it as i normally only keep my cars 18 months
Would you buy this car again and why?
Nope the wifes getting this after we get rid of her vw polo. But i would buy a peugeot again this 307 has done 100000 miles and you really wouldnt be able to tell.
What are you likely to buy next?
not sure really looking for something for a familey so either a diesel jag s type sport or a new shape volvo s80 d5 se 185
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,550
When did you buy the car?
September 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
good price for the year with low milage
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I wanted something like a golf gti but couldnt afford one,But it looks good drives well and it was 3 years younger and had 30000 miles less than the golf of the same sort and i have to say i feel like ive made a very good choice and i feel its aged better the the golf aswell.
What was the dealer like?
very good he put it up on ramps so i could have a good look round and we took it on a 25 mile test drive found 2 issues which where fixed within a hour while i waited.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
very good ive had a lot of fun with it and have surprised many people with its speed and handling.although its not very good in the snow!
What's it like to park?
a dodle no need for parking sensors on a car this small.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
only one electrical nigle at 2am it desided to put on the auto lights and turn on the stereo on which nackered the battery but when i changed the battery it solved the problem otherwise very good ive done over 60000 miles in 3 years and i dont give it an easy time although i do clean it twice a week.
What's most practical about your car?
its small nimble and quick and with the rear seats down it seems to swallow anything
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
good stereo, auto lights and wipers o and ive just fitted a dvd player and heated seats.
