hasithawanniarachchi Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Hi Guys, I'm thinking of buying a used Peugeot 307. (2001) any advice you got for me before I go for it, maybe key things to check about the vehicle. This would be my very first EUR car. Many thanks in advance. Hasitha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 tilvin Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Is it manual or triptronic? Petrol or Diesel? What is the trim level? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 TheFlyingFox Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Peugeot 307. I will start with the cons this car , there are “more” electrical components instead of mechanical components for functions like the throttle for example. It is a electric motor which drives the power steering fluid instead off a pully on the engine. What this translates is that there is a lot to go wrong in this car. Parts are rare and because of this they have high demand. Some parts will fetch insane prices while some will be reasonable. This also has the same AL4 auto gearbox which has a track record of failing frequently. Power steering oil, auto gearbox oil , very expensive. The blaupunkt CD changer brakes all the time. The good , it is well equipped, for that time things like a trip computer was a big thing. Most models comes with climate control. It is very very comfortable for it’s size. Very stable at high speeds. Decent pickup with the 1.6 engines while the 1.4 engines provide better economy. 5 people can travel in very good comfort. Boot space is generous. Since it is your first euro think about getting a nice 206. They are not as complicated and have much better reliability. This too suffer from the AL4 auto gearbox but if you get a manual you can overcome this. It is also a very comfortable car for its size. It is much More fun to drive than the 307, especially the manual one. Although it’s not fast (in the real world) with the 8 valve engines , one gets a feeling of accelerating very fast , maybe due to the short gearbox. Cons , the rear suspension is a bit complicated. It has a bar like thing which houses all the razors etc. rarely does it go wrong but when it does you have the replace the whole bar which can cost quite a lot. Rear passenger space is cramped. Most cars come with winder windows in the rear. The meter board has a tendency to go wrong and the speed meter has its own magic of working and not working. The 206 is a lovely little car if you can find one from a genuine owner who took proper care of it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 hasithawanniarachchi Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 On 10/19/2018 at 7:15 AM, tilvin said: Is it manual or triptronic? Petrol or Diesel? What is the trim level? Expand Hi Tilvin, It is; Model:307 Model year:2002 Transmission:Tiptronic Fuel type:Petrol Engine capacity:1,587 cc Mileage:160,000 km Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 hasithawanniarachchi Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 On 10/19/2018 at 7:47 AM, TheFlyingFox said: Peugeot 307. I will start with the cons this car , there are “more” electrical components instead of mechanical components for functions like the throttle for example. It is a electric motor which drives the power steering fluid instead off a pully on the engine. What this translates is that there is a lot to go wrong in this car. Parts are rare and because of this they have high demand. Some parts will fetch insane prices while some will be reasonable. This also has the same AL4 auto gearbox which has a track record of failing frequently. Power steering oil, auto gearbox oil , very expensive. The blaupunkt CD changer brakes all the time. The good , it is well equipped, for that time things like a trip computer was a big thing. Most models comes with climate control. It is very very comfortable for it’s size. Very stable at high speeds. Decent pickup with the 1.6 engines while the 1.4 engines provide better economy. 5 people can travel in very good comfort. Boot space is generous. Since it is your first euro think about getting a nice 206. They are not as complicated and have much better reliability. This too suffer from the AL4 auto gearbox but if you get a manual you can overcome this. It is also a very comfortable car for its size. It is much More fun to drive than the 307, especially the manual one. Although it’s not fast (in the real world) with the 8 valve engines , one gets a feeling of accelerating very fast , maybe due to the short gearbox. Cons , the rear suspension is a bit complicated. It has a bar like thing which houses all the razors etc. rarely does it go wrong but when it does you have the replace the whole bar which can cost quite a lot. Rear passenger space is cramped. Most cars come with winder windows in the rear. The meter board has a tendency to go wrong and the speed meter has its own magic of working and not working. The 206 is a lovely little car if you can find one from a genuine owner who took proper care of it. Expand 16 Dear Flying Fox, That's a paradox I'm in right now. 307 or 206. after reading your's I feel 307 could be a terrible choice especially when thinking about the electrical components and the high maintenance cost. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Crosswind Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 On 10/19/2018 at 7:55 AM, hasithawanniarachchi said: Dear Flying Fox, That's a paradox I'm in right now. 307 or 206. after reading your's I feel 307 could be a terrible choice especially when thinking about the electrical components and the high maintenance cost. Thanks Expand Dude... you are buying a 16-year old car. Expect problems irrespective of whether its a 307, 206 or a 121. Its ridiculous to say things like: don't buy a 307, buy a 206 What's more important, is how the actual car has been maintained. If you find a 307 with repairs done on time and is in mechanically sound condition, will you accept @TheFlyingFox's advice and go for a 206? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-1 TheFlyingFox Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 (edited) On 10/19/2018 at 9:09 AM, Crosswind said: Dude... you are buying a 16-year old car. Expect problems irrespective of whether its a 307, 206 or a 121. Its ridiculous to say things like: don't buy a 307, buy a 206 What's more important, is how the actual car has been maintained. If you find a 307 with repairs done on time and is in mechanically sound condition, will you accept @TheFlyingFox's advice and go for a 206? Expand Who asked not to buy a 307 and to buy a 206? Since he is a first time “euro” car buyer the logical thing to do is to get something that won’t hurt his pocket or his time. I only “recomended” for him to look at a “well looked after” 206 If you had owned a 307 it is as rediculous to recommend it to someone even if it had been properly maintained. The 307 worldwide is a very unreliable car, recalled for many things. Two many new first time components were put into it. The 206 is a more simpler car which relies on more mechanical components opposed to more electronic components on the 307. EDIT: http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/peugeot/307/2002/single-page/ http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/peugeot/206/2001/single-page/ for whoever who wants to get an idea. Edited October 19, 2018 by TheFlyingFox 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 hasithawanniarachchi Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 On 10/19/2018 at 9:09 AM, Crosswind said: Dude... you are buying a 16-year old car. Expect problems irrespective of whether its a 307, 206 or a 121. Its ridiculous to say things like: don't buy a 307, buy a 206 What's more important, is how the actual car has been maintained. If you find a 307 with repairs done on time and is in mechanically sound condition, will you accept @TheFlyingFox's advice and go for a 206? Expand Hi Mate, thanks for the input. No, if the 307 is in good condition I wouldn't go for 206. I'm just balancing my thoughts among various suggestions. I have phoned up few of the Peaugot garages around the city and still didn't made up my mind for anything yet. All the advice, critics are welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 hasithawanniarachchi Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 On 10/19/2018 at 9:37 AM, TheFlyingFox said: Who asked not to buy a 307 and to buy a 206? Since he is a first time “euro” car buyer the logical thing to do is to get something that won’t hurt his pocket or his time. I only “recomended” for him to look at a “well looked after” 206 If you had owned a 307 it is as rediculous to recommend it to someone even if it had been properly maintained. The 307 worldwide is a very unreliable car, recalled for many things. Two many new first time components were put into it. The 206 is a more simpler car which relies on more mechanical components opposed to more electronic components on the 307. EDIT: http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/peugeot/307/2002/single-page/ http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/peugeot/206/2001/single-page/ for whoever who wants to get an idea. Expand Thanks, mate, I value your inputs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Twin Turbo Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 (edited) At 17 years,.. it's not new in any way,.. and maintenance plus replacements due to age and usage will have to be done. Edited October 20, 2018 by Twin Turbo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I'm thinking of buying a used Peugeot 307. (2001) any advice you got for me before I go for it, maybe key things to check about the vehicle. This would be my very first EUR car. Many thanks in advance.
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