Peugeot 406 Saloon (1996 - 2004) 2.0 GTX 4d (AC) (2000/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That we chose a good, comfortable smart car.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They like it because it is roomy and smooth running.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes. The only thing that I don;t like about this car is that it is getting older

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Peugeot if it as good and as pleasing to drive as this

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£20,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2000

Did you get a good deal and why?

They didn't reduce the price but we had 50% of the purchase price interest free over 2 years. The warranties were good too, better than BMW

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

It was spacious, comfortable, had a big boot, good roadholding, good to drive. And a much more sensible price than the BMW 3 series. On the BMW the accessories we wanted cost twice what Peugeot charged.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly. He was pleasant to deal with and gave us confidence.

What's it like to drive?

On long journeys very relaxing - the automatic, cruise control and climate control take care of that. It can be very involving and satisfying, especially with the sport option on the automatic gearbox and very good road holding.

What's it like to park?

Easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

The BMI board - part of the computer system - failed at about 3 years, but it was replaced easily. A switch on the handvrake needed to be replaced. Otherwise, nothing. A trailing arm was replaced at 92,000 miles; at 104,000 we have just had a wheelbearing replaced

What's most practical about your car?

Spacious interior, comfortable seats, big boot and adaptable with a split fold down rear seat back.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Automatic transmission, cruise control, climate control, CD autochanger