Pug 307 2002

Brainz

Hey,

Looking for some advice on this - the girlfriend is looking at ditching her 99 206 (thank god) and is looking at this 307

http://www.carzone.ie/search/Peugeot/307/1.4--XR-/200945195788282/advert?channel=CARS

Any advice on the pro's and con's of the 307?

Brainz

bump:D

bazz26

That's a bit expensive considering you could probably buy this year younger and higher spec one for similar money:

http://www.driving.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=200944195698291

Try and aim for the 16 valve 1.4 litre engine, it was lauched in mid 2003 and is nippier and better on fuel than the old 8 valve 75bhp version found in older models. Also make sure the electrics work as they are hit and miss with the 307.

Brainz

her budget is only circa 3.5k so thats a bit out of reach but it is a nice car - is the car she's looking at bad on fuel?

bazz26

I reckon with a bit of good haggling she would buy that 03 close to her budget. Its a year younger and has higher spec, I'd do my best to find the extra cash to be honest.

Re: fuel, the 16 valve version is more fuel efficent than the older 8 valve unit.

smash

Brainz, that car is way too expensive. I got one of that year and spec last year for 2700 in Merlin car auctions. It had lower mileage, less owners, NCT and Tax, better interior and nicer colour.

Brainz

Thanks for the response lads -gonna have a look around for something better - anyone have any recommendations for a car in this category -

bazz26

Ford Focus:
http://www.driving.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=200951196200214

pajero12

If my experiences are anything to go by i would recommend you stay away!
Ours is an 04 and it gives nothing but bother