Peugeot 308 SW (2008 - 2014) 1.6 HDi (90bhp) S 5d (2008/58) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Pratical, family, not pretentious.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nice motor.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Without hesitation. Did I mention the brilliant mileage?
What are you likely to buy next?
A bone of contention between my spouse and I.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
We think so. Ex company lease car with 100k miles on the clock but full service history.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Versatility, seven seat option, economy.
What was the dealer like?
A used car salesman!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nice, comfortable ride, positive steering. Gearbox a touch notchy engaging bottom two gears and clutch a little on the grabby side. Long low sloping windscreen for great drag coeffient means a slightly more visability intrusive pillar than most cars. Hardly ever need to fill the damn thing up. This car defines frugal.
What's it like to park?
O.K. It's no Smart, but no Cadillac either. Steering lock acceptable.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No. Only thrown comsumables at it.
What's most practical about your car?
Cavernous boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The fuel gauge which barely moves downwards.
